Remote Senior Accountant

We get a lot of applications, to make sure your application is seen, fill this 3-minute Jotform Application (copy/paste into browser):https://form.jotform.com/253374337213151Job Title:Remote Senior Accountant - U.S. Tax & Payroll Company:Ascenturi (formerly Sales Match)〡LinkedIn〡Website Location:Remote – Work from Home Schedule:U.S. Time Zones Type:Full-Time, PermanentSummary:Ascenturi (formerly Sales Match), a rapidly growing BPO business that grew to over 100 team members globally in under a year. This is a unique opportunity to step into a high growth role, work with U.S.-based leaders, and help shape the systems and team culture from the ground up.We are looking for a highly skilled person who is excited to join a rapidly growing company and build an Accounting department from scratch. This is a high-growth leadership role with significant autonomy, ownership, and upward mobility.You will manage full-cycle accounting for U.S. clients, oversee tax filings (including K-1s and foreign partner structures), run payroll, support entity setup (LLC, S-Corp, C-Corp), and create scalable systems that will support the company’s expansion. As the business grows, you will take the lead in hiring, training, and developing a full accounting team.The ideal candidate has 5+ years of U.S. accounting and tax experience, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and wants a long-term role where they can grow into senior leadership.Perks & Benefits Fully remote, work-from-home role Major growth potential — opportunity to become Director or Head of Accounting Direct involvement in building processes, systems, and a full team High autonomy with real decision-making authority Supportive culture that rewards ownership, initiative, and problem-solvingJob ResponsibilitiesHigh-Growth Leadership & Team Building Build the Accounting department from the ground up, including future hiring and training Develop scalable workflows, systems, and SOPs Introduce automation tools and process improvements to increase efficiency Provide leadership, mentorship, and performance guidance as the team expands Play a key strategic role in the company’s rapid growth and operational infrastructureFull-Cycle Accounting Oversee daily and monthly accounting operations for multiple U.S. entities Manage general ledger, reconciliations, month-end close, accruals, and reporting Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements Establish internal controls to ensure accuracy and complianceTax Preparation & Compliance Prepare and file federal and state tax returns (1040, 1120, 1120-S, 1065) Prepare K-1s, including for foreign partners Handle quarterly estimated taxes and compliance calendars File payroll taxes, W-2s, 941/940, 1099-NEC, and 1096 forms Review and respond to IRS or state notices when needed Ensure IRS and GAAP compliance in all accounting workPayroll Administration Process payroll using systems like Gusto, ADP, QuickBooks Payroll, etc. Ensure proper worker classification (W-2 vs. 1099) Manage payroll tax filings and year-end complianceEntity Setup & Advisory Support clients with LLC, S-Corp, C-Corp, and Partnership setup Apply for TIN for foreign owners. Assist with EIN registration, S-Corp elections, state filings, and compliance Advise clients on best entity structures based on tax and operational needs Assist with foreign-owned U.S. entity obligations and withholding requirementsClient Management & Communication Serve as the main point of contact for accounting and tax matters Present clear financial insights, recommendations, and analysis Manage deadlines and deliverables across multiple clients Build long-term client relationships based on trust and expertiseQualificationsRequired 5+ years of U.S. accounting and tax filing experience Strong experience with corporate and partnership returns (1120, 1120-S, 1065, K-1s) Hands-on experience preparing filings for 1099s, W-2s, payroll taxes, and foreign partner structures Proficiency with QuickBooks, Xero, and payroll platforms Demonstrated ability to create systems or processes from scratch Strong communication and leadership skills Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities High sense of ownership and accountabilityPreferred CPA or EA certification is a plus Experience managing or mentoring junior staff Knowledge of multi-state filings and foreign-owned U.S. entity rules Experience with accounting automation tools or CRMs