Tax Specialist (U.S. Tax Compliance)

TL;DR

Tax Specialist (U.S. Tax Compliance): Managing comprehensive tax preparation, compliance, and strategic planning for individual and business entities with an accent on U.S. federal and state regulatory requirements. Focus on ensuring 100% on-time filing accuracy, minimizing compliance risks, and identifying tax-saving opportunities within a remote, high-impact finance environment.

Location: Must be based in South Africa or Kenya. Work schedule: Must align with U.S. Business Hours.

Company

hirify.global is a professional services firm focused on financial operations and tax strategy.

What you will do

• Prepare and review individual (1040), corporate (1120), and partnership (1065) tax returns.
• Manage federal and state compliance, including quarterly estimated taxes and extensions.
• Monitor updates to IRS guidance and state/local tax regulations to minimize compliance risks.
• Identify opportunities for deductions, credits, and liability reduction through strategic tax planning.
• Maintain audit-ready documentation and respond to IRS or state tax inquiries.
• Collaborate with accounting teams and finance leadership to ensure alignment between tax and financial reporting.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in tax preparation, compliance, and accounting.
• Deep understanding of U.S. federal tax laws, state compliance, and IRS filing requirements.
• Proficiency with tax software such as UltraTax, Drake, Lacerte, or ProSeries.
• Strong analytical skills with advanced proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets.
• Must be based in South Africa or Kenya and available to work during U.S. Business Hours.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage strict deadlines.

Nice to have

• CPA or EA certification.
• Master’s degree in Taxation.
• Experience with international tax matters (FBAR, FATCA, transfer pricing).
• Background in SaaS, real estate, or high-net-worth client environments.

Culture & Benefits

• Remote-first work environment with long-term growth potential.
• High-impact role with exposure to complex tax structures and strategic advisory.
• Collaborative culture working closely with finance leadership.

Hiring process

• Initial phone screen and video interview with a recruiter.
• Practical tax assessment.
• Client interview with finance and tax leadership.