Remote Remote Tax Accountant jobs

About the Role

We are seeking a detail‑oriented Tax Accountant who can deliver high‑quality tax compliance and consulting services from anywhere in the United States, while being rooted in the vibrant professional community of Denver, Colorado. In this role you will partner directly with our Director of Finance and the broader Tax Advisory Team to prepare federal, state, and local returns for a portfolio of small‑ to mid‑sized businesses. Your work will help our clients navigate complex tax codes, minimize liabilities, and stay audit‑ready, directly influencing their bottom line and our firm’s reputation for excellence. You will report to the Senior Tax Manager and collaborate daily with remote auditors, payroll specialists, and technology partners, ensuring every filing meets our rigorous standards of accuracy and timeliness.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare & Review Returns: Deliver 100+ individual, partnership, S‑corp, and C‑corp federal and state tax returns per year using Intuit ProSeries, Drake Tax, and Xero while adhering to a 95% on‑time filing rate.
• Compliance Monitoring: Conduct quarterly compliance checks for clients in Denver, Colorado and beyond, flagging potential exposure and providing actionable recommendations within 48 hours of discovery.
• Tax Research & Analysis: Utilize CCH Axcess, Microsoft Excel, and Power BI to research statutory changes, model tax impacts, and produce concise briefing notes for senior leadership.
• Client Advisory: Serve as a remote tax advisor, responding to client inquiries via Slack and Zoom with an average resolution time of 2 business days, maintaining a client satisfaction score of 4.8/5.
• Documentation & Workflow Management: Manage engagement files in SharePoint and Google Workspace, ensuring all supporting documentation is securely stored and audit‑ready for a minimum of seven years.
• Collaboration with Payroll & Accounting Teams: Partner with the payroll squad (using ADP) and accounting staff (on QuickBooks Online) to reconcile year‑end figures, verify expense classifications, and validate tax withholdings.
• Process Improvement: Lead at least two process‑efficiency projects annually, leveraging automation tools (e.g., Zapier, Microsoft Power Automate) to reduce manual data entry by 30%.
• Mentorship & Training: Coach junior tax associates remotely, conducting weekly 1‑on‑1 sessions and quarterly virtual workshops to cultivate a high‑performing tax practice across the Denver corridor.
• Audit Support: Provide documentation and explanations during state and federal audits, achieving a 90% success rate in defending client positions without adjustments.
• Regulatory Reporting: File quarterly sales‑tax returns for clients in multiple jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with varying rates and exemptions in Denver, Colorado and neighboring states.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA or EA certification preferred but not mandatory).
• 3–5 years of hands‑on experience preparing corporate, partnership, and individual tax returns in a public‑accountancy or corporate tax department.
• Proficiency with Intuit ProSeries, Drake Tax, Xero, QuickBooks Online, and Microsoft Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables, and macros).
• Strong knowledge of federal and state tax codes, including sales‑tax, franchise, and payroll tax regulations relevant to organizations operating in Denver, Colorado.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in a fully remote environment, with a track record of meeting strict filing deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable presenting complex tax concepts to non‑technical stakeholders via Zoom and Slack.
• Reliable high‑speed internet (minimum 25 Mbps download) and a dedicated home office setup that meets data‑security standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA, EA, or specialized tax certification (e.g., Certified Payroll Professional).
• Experience with Power BI or Tableau for creating tax dashboards and visual analytics.
• Prior exposure to multinational tax compliance or state‑specific nuances in the Mid‑Atlantic region, particularly in Denver, Colorado.
• Leadership experience managing a small remote tax team or supervising interns.
• Familiarity with automated tax workflow platforms such as CCH Axcess or Thomson Reuters ONESOURCE.
• Proven success in implementing tax technology upgrades that reduced processing time by at least 20 %.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $85,000 – $110,000 annually, commensurate with experience and certifications.
• Annual performance bonus up to 15% of base salary.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage