Job DescriptionThe Role: This role will focus on US Taxation with specialized knowledge of international tax provisions (1116 + 2555), and review capabilities — someone who can deliver high-quality work and communicate effectively with clients and teams.

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- Total Experience: 3-5 years in US Individual Taxation, primarily focused on preparing and reviewing Form 1040 (U.S. Individual Income Tax Return).
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- Enrolled Agent certification is mandatory for manager level.
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nKey Technical Expertise:

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- Solid hands-on exposure to Form 1040 – candidates should have prepared/reviewed a high volume of complex 1040 returns.
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- Mandatory experience in: Form 1116 (Foreign Tax Credit) – specifically for Employment Income.
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- Form 2555 (Foreign Earned Income Exclusion).
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- These indicate the roleinvolves clients with international income (expats, foreign residents, or employees working abroad).
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- Review Experience (Critical for certain candidates): If the candidate has worked on Form 1040 GMS (Global Mobility Services / expatriate tax returns), they must have at least 1 year of review experience.



Pure preparation experience without review may not suffice for GMS candidates.
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nSkill Set & Soft Skills:

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- Technical Skills:
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- Deep knowledge of US tax rules related to foreign income, credits, exclusions, and deductions.
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- Proficiency in tax preparation software (e.G., Lacerte, UltraTax, or GMS-specific tools).
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- Ability to handle complex scenarios like dual-status taxpayers, foreign housing exclusions, etc.
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nCommunication Skills (Very Important):

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- Strong verbal andwritten English communication.
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- Experience in client-facing interactions, query resolution, or coordinating with US clients / onshore teams.
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- Other Desirable Traits:
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- Ability to work in a fast-paced, process-driven environment (typical of KPO/BPO tax teams).
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- Attention to detail andquality focus (review-level accuracy expected).
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- Team player with mentoring potential (as it's a Senior Associate role).
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nIdeal Candidate Background :

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- Education: CA, CPA (preferred), CMA, or relevant tax qualifications. Strong commerce/tax background
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📌 Sr. Associate - Us Tax (Individual) (Bengaluru)
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