Job Highlights:
- Work from Home
- Equipment Provided
- US-Based Client
- Nightshift Schedule
We are looking for an experienced US Senior Tax Manager with strong U.S. tax expertise. This position will play a key part in taking on advanced preparation, review, and client-facing responsibilities, while helping strengthen the tax practice's overall workflow and team capabilities.
The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of handling complex returns, managing client relationships, and mentoring a team. This role is designed for someone ready to take a substantial workload off senior leadership and step into broader strategic responsibilities over time.
Key Responsibilities:
U.S. Tax Preparation & Review
- Prepare and review complex U.S. federal, state, and local income tax returns for various entities.
- Perform high-level technical review to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable tax laws.
- Handle advanced tax research and provide recommendations on complex tax matters.
- Ensure accuracy, compliance, and high-quality workpapers
Audit and Risk Management
- Manage and facilitate federal and state tax audits, serving as the primary liaison between the organization/client and tax authorities (e.g., IRS).
- Preparing responses to tax authorities, gathering documentation, and mitigating risks.
Client Relationship Management
- Serve as the main point of contact for assigned U.S. tax clients.
- Manage client expectations, respond to inquiries, and proactively address tax planning opportunities.
- Provide proactive tax planning strategies tailored to client needs.
Team Leadership & Development
- Supervise, mentor, and train staff and senior tax accountants.
- Review team workpapers and provide constructive feedback to support development.
- Help build team capacity and uphold quality standards.
Support for Senior Leadership
- Manage a large volume of preparation, review, and email communication
- Assist in managing deadlines, workflow, and peak season demands.
- Identify process improvements and contribute to operational efficiency.
Strategic and Leadership Growth
- Collaborate with leadership on department goals and client service initiatives.
- Support business development or client expansion opportunities.
- Demonstrate leadership readiness for a future Director-level position.
Qualifications:
- CPA license is nice to have, but not required. US licensure is a plus.
- Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy (BSA)
- Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in US taxation, preferably within a public accounting firm or a multinational corporation.
- Strong technical knowledge of U.S. federal and state tax codes, compliance requirements, and US GAAP.
- Proficient in CCH Axcess tax software
- Strong skills in tax preparation, not just review.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills for handling complex tax issues.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for explaining complex tax matters to non-tax professionals and clients.
- Demonstrated leadership and project management skills, with the ability to oversee teams and manage tight deadlines
- Keen attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Proactive, with a willingness to take on broader leadership responsibilities
- Long-term interest in growing within the firm.
- Flexible and comfortable working on EST schedule, 7am-4pm. (7pm-4am Manila time, Mon-Fri)
Benefits:
- Guaranteed 13th-month pay
- Government Mandated Benefits (SSS, PHIC, HDMF)
- HMO and Dental coverage with 2 dependents
- Annual Medical Reimbursement
- Emergency Assistance
- 15 days PTO
- Performance Bonuses
- Birthday Treats (free meals)
- Cash Advance
- Employee Wellness and Events
