Job Title: Tax & Accounting Associate (US Practice)

Location: Ahmedabad

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

We’re looking for a detail-oriented and technically strong Tax & Accounting Associate to support our US clients. This role involves hands-on tax preparation, bookkeeping, and financial reporting, with exposure to a wide range of individual and business tax scenarios. It’s a valuable fit for someone who enjoys precision, deadlines, and building domain expertise in US taxation

Key Responsibilities

Tax Compliance & Preparation

- Prepare and review US individual and business tax returns (Form 1040, 1120, 1120S, 1065)

- Work on state tax filings and multi-state apportionment

- Assist in preparation of extensions, amendments, and estimated tax calculations

- Handle basic international reporting forms (FBAR, 5471, 8865, 8938) where applicable

- Identify tax-saving opportunities and flag risks

Accounting & Bookkeeping

- Maintain books using accounting software (QuickBooks, Xero, or similar)

- Perform bank/credit card reconciliations and journal entries

- Assist in month-end and year-end close processes

- Prepare financial statements (P&L;, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)

Client Coordination

- Gather and organize client documents and financial data

- Communicate with clients for clarifications and missing information

- Ensure timely delivery of work within deadlines

Compliance & Quality

- Maintain documentation and audit trails

- Follow internal SOPs and US compliance standards

- Ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency in deliverables

Qualifications & Skills





- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CA Inter / CPA pursuing is a plus)

- 1–4 years of experience in US taxation and/or accounting

- Robust understanding of US tax concepts and filing requirements

- Proficiency in accounting tools (QuickBooks, Xero) and Excel

- Familiarity with tax software (Drake, ProSeries, Lacerte, UltraTax, etc.) preferred

- High attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines

Nice to Have

- Experience with multi-state taxation

- Exposure to IRS notices and basic resolution

- Understanding of tax planning concepts

- Prior experience working with US-based CPA firms

Work Environment & Expectations

- Ability to work during overlapping US hours (as required during peak season)

- Strong ownership mindset and accountability

- Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment

Growth Opportunities

- Exposure to complex tax scenarios and planning

- Opportunity to specialize in niche areas (international tax, state tax, advisory)

- Pathway toward senior roles and client-facing responsibilities

Compensation

- Competitive salary based on experience

- Performance-based incentives

How to Apply

Send your resume to [email protected] with the subject line: Application – Tax & Accounting Associate (US)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹200,000.00 - ₹300,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Thaltej, Ahmedabad, Gujarat: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

- Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: In person

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