Bookkeeping Specialist & U.S. Tax Preparer (Remote)

We're seeking a Bilingual Bookkeeping Specialist & U.S. Tax Preparer (Remote) People residing in Venezuela, Colombia, Argentina, Ecuador, Peru, Nicaragua.Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9 am - 5 pm ESTLanguage: Fluent written and spoken English (C1/C2)Only resumes in English will be considered!About UsAt Valatam, we are passionate about building extraordinary remote teams in Latin America for growth-minded businesses across various industries in the US. Our values drive everything we do, ensuring that we deliver exceptional service to our clients and create a supportive and dynamic work environment for our team members. You will love it here if you embrace our core values: ACTION - You have an action bias. You get things done fast CARE - You take pleasure in helping others and doing things the right way OUTSTANDING- You have the highest standards and run things like a well-oiled machine DEPENDABLE - If someone asks you to do something, they KNOW it will get done ENERGY - You bring a positive, enthusiastic, can-do attitude to work every day. THE ROLEWe're seeking an experienced U.S. Tax Preparer with strong bookkeeping skills to join our remote team. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who understands both individual and business tax preparation and can maintain clean, accurate books throughout the year.Prepare and review individual (Form 1040) and business tax returns (Forms 1120, 1120S, 1065)Assist with year-end adjustments, depreciation schedules, and reconciliationsEnsure compliance with IRS and state filing requirementsReview client data for accuracy and completeness prior to filingMaintain and reconcile QuickBooks Online (QBO) accounts for assigned clientsRecord and categorize transactions, reconcile bank and credit card statements monthlyPrepare and maintain financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Trial Balance)Post journal entries, record payroll transactions, and assist in monthly and year-end closingsIdentify and correct bookkeeping errors to ensure books are tax-readyOur projects may include other related tasks, this is not the final job description. The specific tasks will vary depending on the client and the exact JD.RequirementsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fieldC1/C2 English and Spanish writing and speaking skills3+ years of experience in U.S. individual and business tax preparationStrong understanding of U.S. tax forms: 1040, 1120, 1120S, 1065, Schedule C, Schedule E, etc2+ years of bookkeeping experience with QuickBooks Online (required)Prior experience working with a U.S.-based CPA firm is strongly preferredA quiet home office with a desk and office chairStable internet with at least 10 MBPS download & 2 MBPS upload speedA laptop/desktop with 8GB RAM, a 1.6GHz processor, and 50GB of free hard-drive space, a headset, and a smartphoneAccess to a backup place of work in case they suffer a power cut or internet failure, as well as a secondary backup internet option (mobile hotspot, Multibam, WiPod, etc.)BenefitsCompetitive USD paymentOngoing pay increments at each work anniversaryDiscretionary client bonuses (over 80% of our clients award significant end-of-year bonuses to their team members)Full-time client placements also allow you to enjoy the following benefits:7 US federal holidays as paid time off4 days paid time off (over 65% of our clients provide even more PTO days)Monthly stipend for medical insurance (after an induction period)Birthday/Anniversary bonusesGym/Wellness allowanceUnlimited online fitness classes with our online personal training partnerInvites to our annual Christmas parties and other in-person or online gatherings