Posted Oct 24, 2026 11 views
ibex. is recruiting on behalf of a client for the position of Tax Preparer – Business & S-Corporation Tax (Associate) based in Karachi and Lahore, Pakistan. This role operates on a night shift schedule aligned with U.S. business hours. The successful candidate will primarily support U.S. business tax compliance for small businesses and S-Corporations. This position involves organizing client records, preparing tax return data, maintaining detailed workpapers, and identifying missing or unusual information for review by senior tax professionals. While CPA or Enrolled Agent certification is not required, attention to detail and familiarity with business tax processes are essential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Organize business tax documents including prior-year returns, trial balances, general ledgers, fixed asset schedules, payroll records, and owner-related information.
- Prepare and input data for Federal and State Business Tax Returns under supervision.
- Assist in preparing Form 1120-S and Form 1065 tax returns.
- Support the preparation of Schedules K, K-1, M-1, and M-2.
- Reconcile tax return inputs with trial balances, general ledgers, and supporting documentation.
- Assist with book-to-tax adjustments, depreciation calculations, fixed asset reporting, shareholder/partner activity, and distributions.
- Roll forward prior-year workpapers and verify changes for accuracy.
- Identify missing information, unusual balances, and discrepancies that require further review.
- Maintain organized workpapers and respond promptly to reviewer comments and queries.
- Follow established procedures related to tax software, e-filing, document retention, confidentiality, and compliance standards.
Required Qualifications:
- 1–3 years of hands-on experience in U.S. Business Tax Preparation or Tax Support.
- Exposure to Form 1120-S, Form 1065, or similar business tax filings.
- Basic understanding of accounting records and their relationship to tax return preparation.
- Familiarity with trial balances, general ledgers, fixed assets, depreciation, and owner transactions.
- Experience using professional tax preparation software.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow structured workpaper processes.
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
- Willingness to work night shifts and extended hours during peak tax seasons.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience preparing S-Corporation tax workpapers and K-1 reporting.
- Knowledge of shareholder basis, distributions, officer compensation, and accountable-plan items.
- Exposure to partnership returns, state business returns, and business property tax filings.
- Experience working with QuickBooks or other accounting platforms.
- Previous experience in a U.S. CPA Firm, Tax Consulting Firm, or Business Tax Practice.
This role offers the opportunity to develop expertise in U.S. business tax compliance within a dynamic environment, supporting a diverse client base. Candidates who are detail-oriented, organized, and eager to grow their tax preparation skills in alignment with U.S. tax standards will find this position rewarding.
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