Tax Associate – U.S. Taxation

Location: Kūkatpalli

Location:

Kukatpally, Hyderabad

Employment Type:

Full-Time, Year-Round
Work Mode:  On-Site

Company Description Universal Tax Filer is a U.S. tax services organization supported by a team of experienced tax professionals and accounting specialists. We provide comprehensive tax solutions to individuals and businesses across the United States, including tax planning, preparation, filing, advisory, IRS representation, bookkeeping, and related services.
Our firm is built on a strong foundation of integrity, technical expertise, regulatory compliance, accountability, and client service. We are committed to delivering accurate, timely, and reliable tax solutions while helping clients navigate U.S. tax requirements with confidence.
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Role Description We are seeking a  motivated, experienced, and detail-oriented Tax Associate  to join our growing U.S. taxation team.
This is a full-time, year-round position responsible for managing the end-to-end tax preparation and filing process for assigned clients, with a primary focus on U.S. individual taxation. The ideal candidate should have strong hands-on experience preparing  Form 1040 and Form 1040- , handling supporting schedules and related forms, researching tax issues, communicating directly with clients, and resolving tax-related matters with limited supervision.
The Tax Associate will be expected to take ownership of assigned client files, ensure accurate and compliant filings, maintain proper documentation, and work closely with  tax managers and senior team members  on more complex matters.

Key Responsibilities  Prepare, review, and file U.S. individual income tax returns, including  Form 1040 and Form 1040- .
Prepare applicable federal tax schedules and supporting forms, including  Schedules A, B, C, D, E, and other relevant forms .
Manage assigned client tax files from document collection through final filing.
Review and analyze tax documents, financial records, and supporting information for accuracy and completeness.
Identify missing information, inconsistencies, tax implications, deductions, credits, and potential compliance issues.
Conduct independent tax research using applicable U.S. tax laws, IRS guidance, and regulatory resources.
Handle or assist with  IRS notices, tax inquiries, amendments, and client correspondence .
Communicate directly with clients regarding document requirements, tax positions, filing status, deadlines, and outstanding items.
Prepare and maintain accurate work papers, notes, supporting schedules, and client documentation.
Review returns for accuracy, completeness, and compliance before submission.
Track multiple client engagements and ensure timely completion of federal and state filing requirements.
Collaborate with tax managers and senior team members on complex tax matters and escalate issues when necessary.
Support tax planning discussions and identify opportunities or concerns based on client circumstances.
Maintain strict confidentiality of client financial, tax, and personal information.
Contribute to internal quality-control processes, workflow improvements, and tax-season operational efficiency.
Support the team during peak U.S. tax filing and extension periods.

Required Qualifications  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Taxation, Business, or a related field.
Proven hands-on experience preparing and filing U.S. individual income tax returns.
Strong working knowledge of Form 1040, Form 1040-, and related schedules and forms.
Strong understanding of common individual tax matters
Ability to research tax-related issues and independently interpret applicable IRS rules and guidance.
Experience communicating directly with clients and resolving tax-document and filing-related…