US Accountant

We are looking for a US Tax Accountant for our Group Reporting Team — a key role responsible for bringing US tax accounting, compliance, and reporting in-house as our business continues to scale. Reporting into the Group Reporting function, you will take ownership of US federal, state, and local tax compliance and the income tax provision under US GAAP (ASC 740), partner with internal and external stakeholders, and help build a robust, well-controlled US tax function. This is an opportunity for a licensed CPA to make a direct impact on the design of accounting and reporting processes in a fast-growing, internationally owned fintech.

 

Challenges that await you:

• Own US federal, state, and local income tax compliance — prepare and review corporate income tax returns (Form 1120 and related forms and schedules), estimated payments, and extensions — transitioning these activities from external providers to an in-house function
• Prepare and review the income tax provision under ASC 740 (US GAAP), including current and deferred tax computations, the effective tax rate reconciliation, deferred tax asset and liability rollforwards, valuation allowance assessments, and uncertain tax positions (ASC 740-10)
• Support quarterly and annual financial reporting for income taxes, including income tax footnote disclosures and related workpapers for SEC and statutory reporting purposes
• Manage applicable indirect tax and information-reporting obligations, including sales and use tax, Forms 1099, and FATCA/CRS filings
• Coordinate transfer pricing documentation and intercompany arrangements between US and non-US entities
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close, including tax account reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries
• Respond to IRS and state and local tax authority notices, audits, and information requests
• Maintain and enhance tax-related internal controls and documentation in support of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX 404) compliance
• Lead and participate in process optimization and automation initiatives across the tax function
• Partner with external advisors and service providers, and collaborate closely with Accounting, Finance, and Treasury to ensure compliance and reporting accurac

What makes you a great fit:

• Active US CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of US corporate tax experience, covering both income tax compliance and the ASC 740 tax provision
• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP and US federal, state, and local tax requirements
• Proven experience managing US tax compliance and reporting processes end to end
• Hands-on experience with Oracle ERP
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong analytical mindset, attention to detail, and the ability to own complex processes independently

Your bonus skills:

• Experience in fintech, banking, or another regulated financial-services industry
• Public accounting (Big 4 or national firm) experience, ideally with a multinational client base
• Experience supporting an SEC registrant or an IPO-readiness / first-time SEC reporting environment
• Familiarity with tax provision and compliance software

Our ways of working:

• Innovative Spirit: A commitment to creativity and groundbreaking solutions
• Honest Feedback: valuing open, transparent communication
• Supportive Team: a strong, collaborative community
• Celebrating Achievements: recognizing our wins together
• High-Tech Environment: a team full of smart and revolutionary people who date to challenge the status quo of incumbent finances

Our benefits:

• Flexible work from our office or remote
• Healthcare Coverage
• Education Budget: Language lessons, professional training and certifications
• Wellness Budget: Mental health and fitness activity reimbursements
• Vacation policy: 20 days of annual leave and paid sick leave