US International Tax Senior (remote)

Bright!Tax

1d • $36,000 - $80,000 • Remote

About The Position

US International Tax Senior (remote) Important Note: This role is part of our structured June 2026 onboarding cohort. Please only apply if you are available to begin full-time work on June 24, 2026 . Candidates with notice periods or commitments extending beyond this date will not be considered for advancement in the hiring process. About Bright!Tax Bright!Tax is a leading provider of US tax services to Americans living abroad. We are a dynamic, forward-thinking firm delivering US tax compliance services to clients in every corner of the world. Our team is diverse, ambitious, and united by a spirit of adventure, freedom, and excellence. Role Overview As a US International Tax Senior at Bright!Tax, you are an advanced technical contributor on the tax team. You review, sign, and deliver US tax returns across a range of complexity levels, provide clear and constructive feedback to Associates, and support seamless client delivery in close coordination with Client Success Managers. This role is ideal for a credentialed tax professional who leads through quality, takes ownership of their work, and is ready to serve as a technical anchor within the team. Seniors do not manage client relationships independently or lead pods, but they play a meaningful role in elevating the team around them through rigorous review, thoughtful coaching, and reliable delivery.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in US expat tax preparation and signing.
• Demonstrated experience with international forms including Form 2555, Form 1116, and Form 8833.
• Proven ability to review tax returns across varying complexity levels with accuracy and consistency.
• BA in Accounting, Tax or a related field.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills, clear and professional in both client-facing and internal contexts.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and reliable, with the ability to manage workload independently within a fully remote team structure.
• Willingness to contribute as a team player, support Associates, and coordinate across internal teams.

Nice To Haves

• Current US CPA license or IRS Enrolled Agent (EA) status. This credential is strongly preferred and will be a meaningful factor in our evaluation.
• Prior experience in a reviewing, mentorship, or senior contributor capacity.
• Experience working in a 100% remote, globally distributed team environment.
• A habit of staying current on IRS updates, international tax treaty changes, and evolving expat tax guidance.
• Experience with Form 5471, Form 8865, Form 8858, Form 3520, and Form 8621 is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Technical Review, sign, and deliver US expat tax returns across complexity levels, with a focus on specialty areas such as country-specific returns, Form 5471, Form 3520, Form 1120, and others as assigned.
• Continue preparing returns as needed, particularly in niche or specialty areas.
• Maintain consistent formatting, documentation standards, and technical accuracy across all work product.
• Provide clear, constructive review notes that support the development of Associates.
• Draft client-ready delivery messages for the Client Success Manager to work with.
• Coordinate with CSMs, Associates, and Managers to ensure a seamless and on-time delivery flow.
• Handle client debrief calls or follow-up clarifications occasionally.
• Meet on-time delivery expectations in line with workboard assignments and production calendars.
• Offer guidance to Associates through detailed review notes and shared learning moments.
• Share observations with your Manager regarding team member readiness, including promotion-readiness or performance concerns.
• Participate in Reviewer Roundtables and Office Hours.
• Contribute to quality and consistency across pods, even without a formal leadership designation.

Benefits

• The Freedom to Move: Fully remote, globally distributed team with the flexibility to live and work anywhere.
• Authentic Culture: A positive, enriching work environment with firm-sponsored annual events and team meet-ups.
• Growth and Mentorship: Opportunities for professional development in a supportive, high-growth firm.
• Transparent Compensation: We openly share how pay is calculated, using a formula that accounts for tenure, credentials, and seniority. Your earning potential grows through your own efficiency and our annual pricing reviews.
• Performance Incentives: Additional bonuses issued June 15th and October 15th for exceeding baseline KPIs.
• AI-Enabled Future: We use technology to automate manual tasks, empowering you to focus on high-value, complex work that maximizes your expertise and earning potential.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior