US Tax Accountant (South Africa)

Location: South Africa (100% Remote) Employment Type: Full-time Independent Contractor (exclusive commitment) Compensation: $1,700–$2,400 USD per month (commensurate with experience and skills) ABOUT THE JOB Be the expert clients trust at the moment it matters most—tax time. As a US Tax Accountant (or Tax Manager, depending on experience), you’ll prepare and review complex returns, lead smart tax planning, and turn dense regulations into practical guidance. You’ll collaborate with US-based teams, mentor junior staff, and help modernize how small businesses and CPA firms handle compliance and advisory. Note: This is a full-time independent contractor role. Exclusivity is required—no part-time or freelance work once hired. ABOUT THE ROLE You’ll own the work that keeps leaders calm and compliant: multi-entity 1040/1065/1120/1120-S preparation & review, clear planning memos, airtight workpapers, and timely sign-offs. You’ll spot elections, credits, and apportionment issues before they become problems, then explain them in plain English. You’ll sharpen playbooks—checklists, review notes, and close calendars—so every busy season feels a little less busy. WHAT YOU’LL DO Deep-Dive: Tax Preparation & Review - Own tax intake end-to-end: Drive organizers, smart document requests, and kickoff calls; map client TBs and prior-year returns to this year’s workplan. - Entity expertise (1065/11...