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