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Kruze ConsultingTax Accountant
Kruze Consulting operates as a boutique CPA firm delivering accounting, tax, finance, payroll, and bookkeeping services to more than 750 venture-backed startup companies. The firm is…
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Kruze Consulting operates as a boutique CPA firm delivering accounting, tax, finance, payroll, and bookkeeping services to more than 750 venture-backed startup companies. The firm is hiring a full-time Tax Accountant, also designated as an Income Tax Accountant, to join its growing tax division of over 30 specialists. This permanent position carries a salary range of $100,000 to $110,000 per year and operates on a fully remote basis for individuals…
Job Description
Kruze Consulting operates as a boutique CPA firm delivering accounting, tax, finance, payroll, and bookkeeping services to more than 750 venture-backed startup companies. The firm is hiring a full-time Tax Accountant, also designated as an Income Tax Accountant, to join its growing tax division of over 30 specialists. This permanent position carries a salary range of $100,000 to $110,000 per year and operates on a fully remote basis for individuals located anywhere within the United States.
This role centers heavily on corporate tax preparation, review, and client consultation. Approximately 60 percent of the daily routine involves handling federal and state corporation tax returns and associated forms, while 30 percent focuses on advising clients, answering tax queries, managing audits, and supporting mergers and acquisitions. The remaining time involves administrative tasks such as tracking monthly billing reports and giving progress updates to senior leadership.
Successful candidates will possess strong technical tax competencies, meticulous attention to detail, and a disciplined approach to remote work. The position requires adherence to strict deadlines in a fast-paced setting alongside high-quality colleagues and innovative startup clients.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and review 150 to 200 corporation 1120 tax returns
- Handle forms such as 5471, 5472, 3115, and 3921
- Complete state income tax returns, state apportionment, and state modifications
- Answer client tax inquiries and resolve federal and state notices as well as audit requests
- Gather documents and respond to due diligence requests for mergers and acquisitions transactions
- Review monthly client billing reports for accuracy and completion
- Update senior management regarding tax process status, goals, delays, and roadblocks
- Participate in weekly all-hands and tax team meetings
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years of corporate income tax compliance or accounting experience
- Bachelor degree in Accounting or Tax
- Demonstrated knowledge of federal and state corporation income tax returns
- Experience preparing, reviewing, and giving feedback on corporation tax returns
- Proficiency with tax software systems like CCH Axcess
- Willingness to work core business hours in local time zones, roughly 8 AM to 5 PM
- Ability to execute a high volume of nuanced tasks with meticulous attention to detail
- Capability to manage a fast-paced environment with a strong sense of urgency and strict deadline adherence
Qualifications
- Master degree in Accounting or Tax
- Licensed CPA, eligibility to sit for the CPA exam, or Enrolled Agent designation
- Familiarity with international tax reporting forms 5471 and 5472
- Understanding of income tax provision and deferred tax concepts
- Prior background working in a fully remote, people-centric culture
- Exposure to high-growth, startup, or entrepreneurial settings
- Familiarity with modern software platforms such as Slack, Salesforce, 1Password, Airtable, Box, and Monday.com
Core Skills
Benefits
- Fully remote work arrangement enabling savings on time, money, and stress
- Annual company offsite meeting
- Flexible and autonomous scheduling based on meeting client and project deadlines
- Exposure to a variety of industries including SaaS, eCommerce, Healthcare, Biotech, Crypto and Manufacturing
- Professional development and career growth opportunities
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the salary range for this position?
The expected base pay range is between $100,000 and $110,000 per year, depending on qualifications.
Is this job fully remote?
Yes, the position is fully remote for individuals located within the United States.
What experience is required to apply?
Applicants need at least three years of corporate income tax compliance or accounting experience, a bachelor degree in Accounting or Tax, and familiarity with federal and state corporation tax returns.
What will I be doing most of the time in this role?
Roughly 60 percent of your time will be spent preparing and reviewing corporation tax returns and related state filings, while about 30 percent involves client consulting and merger and acquisition support.
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