Tax Associate - Private Clients

Orbiss Inc. Overview

Orbiss Inc. is a tax and accounting firm specializing in business growth within the United States. Launched in 2020, Orbiss has successfully helped hundreds of small and medium-sized international companies scale up and thrive in the dynamic American market.

We focus on personalized solutions, offering fully tailored support for our clients’ cross-border tax, accounting, and consulting needs. Our vision is modernity, driving us to adopt an innovative approach that prioritizes process automation and quality assurance, while always keeping our people at the heart of our mission. At its core, Orbiss is an innovative, modern, and young firm that believes an established industry can still embrace new methods. We are dedicated to the development of our people and guiding you through the learning process.

Tax Associate Responsibilities

As a Tax Associate, you will be responsible for:

• Preparation of individual, estate, and fiduciary tax returns for US and non-US residents under the supervision of senior staff.
• Servicing entrepreneurs and co-founders of corporate clients with net worth over $10M.
• Participation in tax planning and consultation processes for clients through close collaboration with tax lawyers and wealth management firms.
• Preparation of international tax forms, including 5471, 8865, 8858, and 114.

Qualifications and Requirements

If you possess the following:

Education and Experience

• Education: At least a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, a related field, or actively working towards completion.
• Experience: At least 1-2 years of general tax or accounting experience to establish a strong taxation foundation.

Technical and Soft Skills

• Technical Skills:
• Aptitude for using tax software and accounting tools, including international tax compliance software and Microsoft Excel.
• Developing the ability to identify and address complex international tax issues and propose practical solutions.
• Soft Skills:
• The ability to work autonomously while maintaining a strong team spirit.
• Reliability in meeting deadlines or proactively communicating potential delays.
• Collaborating effectively with colleagues across various departments to deliver holistic client solutions.
• Upholding high ethical standards and ensuring client confidentiality.
• A continuous eagerness to learn and practicing professional skepticism.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Working towards a CPA is a plus.
• French language proficiency is a plus.

Benefits and Perks

• Health Insurance covered 100%, with HSA and FSA options available.
• 401(k) plan featuring a 100% match up to 6% after 3 months of service.
• Unlimited paid time-off policy (with a required minimum of 2 weeks/year).
• Transportation programs available (Commuter Benefits and CitiBike membership offered).
• Opportunity to work from our offices (NYC, Boston, San Francisco, Austin) with a flexible remote policy.
• Office perks include morning breakfast and afternoon snacks, plus Happy Hour on Thursdays.