Senior Tax Preparer – Business & S-Corporation Tax

ibex · Karachi division, Pakistan

Ibex. is hiring for one of its clients for the position of Senior Tax Preparer - Business & S-Corporation Tax in Karachi and Lahore, Pakistan . This is a Night Shift role aligned with U.S. business hours .

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Business Tax Preparer to manage and prepare U.S. Business Tax Returns , particularly S-Corporation filings and related reporting requirements. This role requires strong analytical skills, the ability to work independently, review supporting documentation, identify tax-related issues, and collaborate with Tax Managers on complex matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review Federal and State Business Tax Returns , primarily Form 1120-S and Form 1065 .
• Analyze trial balances , general ledgers , financial statements , fixed asset schedules , payroll records , and prior-year tax returns .
• Prepare and review tax workpapers , depreciation schedules , book-to-tax adjustments , K-1s , shareholder activity schedules , and partner activity schedules .
• Review S-Corporation transactions , including shareholder distributions , basis calculations , officer compensation , shareholder loans , reimbursed expenses , and accountable-plan activity .
• Reconcile return data with client accounting records and document unresolved variances.
• Identify issues related to state filings , payroll taxes , nexus considerations , estimated taxes , apportionment , and owner reporting requirements .
• Review associate-level work to ensure accuracy, completeness, and proper documentation.
• Prepare client information requests and provide concise summaries for escalation to Tax Managers .
• Assist with extensions , amended returns , tax notices , estimated tax calculations , and compliance follow-up activities .
• Monitor deadlines and manage multiple tax engagements simultaneously.
• Adhere to procedures for review , e-file authorization , data security , and record retention .

Required Qualifications:

• 4-7 years of practical experience in U.S. Business Tax Preparation .
• Strong expertise in Form 1120-S Preparation and Shareholder Reporting .
• Experience with Form 1065 and Partnership Taxation .
• Ability to analyze trial balances , financial statements , general ledgers , and supporting schedules.
• Strong understanding of book-to-tax adjustments , depreciation , fixed assets , K-1 reporting , and owner activity .
• Experience using professional tax preparation software .
• Ability to review workpapers , identify discrepancies, and ensure compliance.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets skills.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills .
• Ability to work independently and appropriately elevate technical tax matters .
• Willingness to work night shifts aligned with U.S. business operations .

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience handling multi-state business tax returns and state apportionment reporting .
• Expertise with S-Corporation shareholder basis calculations and distribution reporting .
• Exposure to partnership allocations , capital accounts , guaranteed payments , and partner basis calculations .
• Experience managing tax notices , amended returns , extensions , estimates , and business property tax filings .
• Prior experience reviewing, mentoring, or coaching junior tax professionals .
• Experience working within a U.S. CPA Firm , Tax Consulting Organization , or Tax Outsourcing Environment .