Senior Accountant (Tax & Bookkeeping)

**Job Type:** Full\-time **Location:** Remote (U.S.\-based preferred) **Compensation:** Starting at **$50/hour**, with higher compensation available based on experience and expertise. About the Role We are seeking an exceptional **Senior Accountant** with strong tax and bookkeeping expertise to join our growing team in a fully remote capacity. This is not a standard bookkeeping position, we are looking for a highly skilled accounting professional who can oversee complex accounting functions, review financial records for accuracy, identify tax implications, and provide trusted financial guidance to clients. The ideal candidate is confident managing full\-cycle accounting, possesses strong experience in **U.S. tax preparation and tax planning**, and has the ability to support tax engagements when needed while leading and mentoring a team of bookkeepers. This is a long\-term opportunity offering consistent, full\-time work for someone who takes pride in delivering high\-quality accounting services and thrives in a fast\-paced, client\-focused environment. Key Responsibilities * Lead and oversee day\-to\-day accounting operations for multiple clients. * Review and approve bookkeeping work to ensure accuracy and compliance. * Manage the month\-end and year\-end close process. * Prepare and review journal entries, adjusting entries, and general ledger reconciliations. * Perform bank, credit card, balance sheet, and account reconciliations. * Analyze financial statements and identify accounting discrepancies or tax\-related issues. * Prepare accurate Profit \& Loss Statements, Balance Sheets, Cash Flow Statements, and other financial reports. * Ensure books are clean, accurate, and tax\-ready for year\-end tax preparation. * Collaborate with tax professionals to support business and individual tax return preparation. * **Support tax preparation and tax planning engagements as needed, with the ability to confidently step in and assist with business and individual tax matters when required.** * Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, sales tax, and 1099 reporting. * Answer client accounting and tax\-related questions with professionalism and confidence. * Train, mentor, and review the work of junior bookkeepers as needed. * Recommend process improvements and implement best practices to increase efficiency. * Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities. * Support internal and external audits by preparing required documentation. Qualifications * **5\+ years of experience in U.S. accounting and bookkeeping.** * Strong understanding of **U.S. tax principles** and preparing books for tax return preparation. * **Demonstrated experience with tax preparation and tax planning for individuals and businesses, with the ability to confidently support and contribute to tax engagements when needed.** * Advanced knowledge of **QuickBooks Online**. * Experience with **ProConnect, TaxDome, ClickUp**, and Microsoft Excel.