US Tax Associate

Job Title: US Tax Associate (Founding Hire)

Start Date: February

Location: Ahmedabad(On-Site)

Experience: 36 years

Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview

We are launching our US Tax practice and are looking for a self-starter US Tax Associate to take the first seat in this function. This role requires someone who can independently prepare, review, and send US tax returns, set up processes, and work with minimal supervision.

This is a high-ownership role with strong growth potential as the US Tax team expands.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review US tax returns (Individuals & Business)
• Forms such as 1040, 1065, 1120, 1120S
• Independently review returns and finalize for client delivery
• Handle basic client queries and follow-ups
• Maintain clean workpapers and documentation
• Coordinate with leadership to build US tax workflows and processes
• Ensure compliance with IRS regulations and deadlines

Required Experience & Skills

• 36 years of hands-on US tax experience
• Strong working knowledge of US tax forms and filings
• Ability to work independently end-to-end
• Experience reviewing returns (not just data entry)
• Familiarity with US tax software (Drake, UltraTax, ProConnect, Lacerte, etc.)
• Strong attention to detail and ownership mindset

Qualifications

• CPA / EA / CA (preferred, not mandatory)
• Commerce / Accounting background required

What Makes This Role Unique

• First hire in the US Tax vertical
• High visibility and leadership exposure
• Opportunity to grow into US Tax Manager / Lead role
• Real ownership, not just execution