Senior Remote Accountant – Bookkeeping, Payroll

We get a lot of applications, to make sure your application is seen, fill this 3-minute Jotform Application (copy/paste into browser): Title: Remote Senior Accountant - U.S. Tax & PayrollCompany: Ascenturi (formerly Sales Match)〡LinkedIn〡WebsiteLocation: Remote – Work from HomeSchedule: U.S. Time ZonesType: 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 & BenefitsFully remote, work-from-home roleMajor growth potential — opportunity to become Director or Head of AccountingDirect involvement in building processes, systems, and a full teamHigh autonomy with real decision-making authoritySupportive culture that rewards ownership, initiative, and problem-solvingJob ResponsibilitiesHigh-Growth Leadership & Team BuildingBuild the Accounting department from the ground up, including future hiring and trainingDevelop scalable workflows, systems, and SOPsIntroduce automation tools and process improvements to increase efficiencyProvide leadership, mentorship, and performance guidance as the team expandsPlay a key strategic role in the company’s rapid growth and operational infrastructureFull-Cycle AccountingOversee daily and monthly accounting operations for multiple U.S. entitiesManage general ledger, reconciliations, month-end close, accruals, and reportingPrepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statementsEstablish internal controls to ensure accuracy and complianceTax Preparation & CompliancePrepare and file federal and state tax returns (1040, 1120, 1120-S, 1065)Prepare K-1s, including for foreign partnersHandle quarterly estimated taxes and compliance calendarsFile payroll taxes, W-2s, 941/940, 1099-NEC, and 1096 formsReview and respond to IRS or state notices when neededEnsure IRS and GAAP compliance in all accounting workPayroll AdministrationProcess 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 & AdvisorySupport clients with LLC, S-Corp, C-Corp, and Partnership setupApply for TIN for foreign owners.Assist with EIN registration, S-Corp elections, state filings, and complianceAdvise clients on best entity structures based on tax and operational needsAssist with foreign-owned U.S. entity obligations and withholding requirementsClient Management & CommunicationServe as the main point of contact for accounting and tax mattersPresent clear financial insights, recommendations, and analysisManage deadlines and deliverables across multiple clientsBuild long-term client relationships based on trust and expertiseQualificationsRequired5+ years of U.S. accounting and tax filing experienceStrong 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 structuresProficiency with QuickBooks, Xero, and payroll platformsDemonstrated ability to create systems or processes from scratchStrong communication and leadership skillsAbility to work independently while managing multiple prioritiesHigh sense of ownership and accountabilityPreferredCPA or EA certification is a plusExperience managing or mentoring junior staffKnowledge of multi-state filings and foreign-owned U.S. entity rulesExperience with accounting automation tools or CRMs