: Enrolled Agent (EA) – US Taxation

Location: Remote – India Employment Type: Full-Time Working Hours: US business hours (EST/CST shift, IST-aligned; see Work Schedule) Function: US Tax Preparation, Review & Compliance

About the Role

We are looking for a qualified Enrolled Agent (EA) with hands-on experience in US taxation, tax return preparation, and compliance. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of federal tax regulations, experience handling individual and business tax returns, and the ability to work independently with US-based clients and accounting teams.

Work Schedule The role follows US business hours, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM in the US time zone (EST or CST)

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare and review US federal tax returns for individuals and businesses.
- Handle individual returns (Form 1040) and business returns (Forms 1120, 1120-S and 1065), based on experience.
- Review financial records, tax documents and supporting schedules for accuracy and completeness.
- Identify tax-saving opportunities and ensure compliance with applicable IRS regulations.
- Assist with tax planning, tax estimates and related compliance requirements.
- Research tax issues and resolve discrepancies in tax filings.
- Manage tax return preparation and filing deadlines.
- Respond to client queries and coordinate with clients to collect missing information.
- Maintain organized tax documentation and workpapers.
- Support IRS notices, correspondence and tax-related inquiries as required.
- Stay updated on changes in US tax laws and regulations.

Required Qualifications
- Active IRS Enrolled Agent (EA)



credential (mandatory). A general tax preparer without the EA credential will not meet this requirement.
- 2+ years of hands-on experience in US tax preparation, review or compliance.
- Strong knowledge of US federal taxation and IRS regulations.
- Practical experience with individual tax returns and familiarity with business tax returns.
- Understanding of tax deductions, credits, tax liabilities and supporting schedules.
- Experience with tax preparation software such as UltraTax, Drake, ProSeries, Lacerte or similar tools.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
- Willingness to work during US business hours.

Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with US accounting firms or CPA practices.
- Experience reviewing tax returns and identifying errors or compliance risks.
- Familiarity with multi-state tax returns and complex individual tax situations.
- Experience handling IRS notices and communicating with tax authorities.
- Experience supporting small businesses, partnerships, S corporations and corporations.
- Familiarity with QuickBooks Online, QuickBooks Desktop or Xero (an advantage).

Ideal Candidate A credentialed Enrolled Agent with solid US tax knowledge, sound technical judgment and practical experience preparing or reviewing tax returns. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive and comfortable working remotely with US-based clients and accounting teams.

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