US Tax Accountant (Fintech)

TL;DR

US Tax Accountant (Fintech): Managing US federal, state, and local tax compliance and ASC 740 income tax provisions for a scaling fintech company with an accent on transitioning tax functions in-house. Focus on building robust tax reporting processes, ensuring SOX 404 compliance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support financial reporting.

Location: Flexible, remote or hybrid work available.

Company

A fast-growing, internationally owned fintech company dedicated to challenging the status quo of incumbent financial services.

What you will do

• Own US federal, state, and local income tax compliance, including preparation and review of corporate tax returns.
• Prepare and review income tax provisions under ASC 740, including deferred tax computations and valuation allowance assessments.
• Support quarterly and annual financial reporting, including tax footnote disclosures for SEC and statutory purposes.
• Manage indirect tax obligations, information reporting (1099, FATCA/CRS), and intercompany transfer pricing documentation.
• Maintain and enhance tax-related internal controls and documentation to support SOX 404 compliance.
• Partner with external advisors and internal Accounting, Finance, and Treasury teams to ensure reporting accuracy.

Requirements

• Active US CPA license required.
• Minimum of 5 years of US corporate tax experience covering compliance and ASC 740 provisions.
• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP and US federal, state, and local tax requirements.
• Hands-on experience with Oracle ERP.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex tax processes independently.

Nice to have

• Experience in fintech, banking, or regulated financial services.
• Public accounting experience (Big 4 or national firm) with a multinational client base.
• Experience supporting an SEC registrant or IPO-readiness environment.
• Familiarity with tax provision and compliance software.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements with options for remote or office-based work.
• Healthcare coverage provided.
• Education budget for professional training, certifications, and language lessons.
• Wellness budget for mental health and fitness activities.
• 20 days of annual leave plus paid sick leave.