Senior Tax Accountant

2 days ago

Johannesburg or Cape Town Hybrid, South Africa GCO Partners Full time R120 000 - R180 000 per year


Exciting Opportunity

Our client is a leading US-based firm specializing in tax consulting and advisory services, catering to a diverse clientele from individuals to businesses across various industries and includes business owners, real estate investors, and high networth individuals, many of whom have complex or crossborder needs. Renowned for their expertise and commitment to excellence, they offer a unique opportunity for talented professionals to join their team remotely from South Africa.

Employment Type: 12 Month Annual Renewable Contract

Location: Johannesburg or Cape Town (Hybrid)

Role Overview: We are seeking a technically strong and highly reliable Senior Tax Accountant to support our clients U.S. tax team remotely. This role is ideal for someone with excellent experience in U.S. tax preparation, strong accounting knowledge, and the ability to deliver consistent, high-quality work with minimal supervision. We are looking for someone who can handle complex tax filings, communicate clearly with internal team members, and maintain accountability for assigned deliverables.

Requirements:

  • Prepare U.S. tax returns for individuals, partnerships, S-corporations, and LLCs.
  • Work with internal team leads to meet filing deadlines and provide timely updates.
  • Review and reconcile accounting data provided via QuickBooks Online and other sources.
  • Prepare tax workpapers, schedules, and documentation for review.
  • Assist with cross-border compliance such as Form 5471, FBAR, and PFIC reporting (training/support provided if needed).
  • Maintain internal tracking tools and follow procedures for consistent, up-to-date deliverables.
  • Ensure work is well-organized, accurate, and presented in a way that enables easy review and finalization.

Requirements:

  • Minimum 5+ years of experience in U.S. tax preparation within a public accounting firm (CPA practice)
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. tax for businesses and individuals
  • Ability to prepare tax returns independently and meet U.S. tax season deadlines
  • Comfortable working with cloud-based tools (e.g. Lacerte, QuickBooks Online, Google Workspace)
  • Reliable, self-motivated, and able to manage own tasks without oversight
  • Strong attention to detail, consistency, and follow-through
  • Familiarity with international components such as Form 5471, FBAR, and PFICs is ideal  but willingness and ability to learn is essential.

Application Process: If you meet the above qualifications and are eager to contribute your expertise to a prominent US accounting & tax firm, we invite you to apply. Please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience.

Join our team and play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality tax consulting services to our esteemed client. We look forward to welcoming a dedicated professional to our growing team in South Africa


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