Remote Paralegal – U.S. Accounting and Tax Firm

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Philippine-licensed lawyer to work as a Remote Paralegal for a U.S.-based accounting and tax firm.

The successful candidate will support the firm with legal research document preparation regulatory correspondence client coordination deadline tracking and other legal and administrative matters related to U.S. accounting taxation and business compliance.

The ideal candidate has previous experience working with a U.S. accounting tax or professional services firm. Strong written and spoken English excellent judgment confidentiality and the ability to work independently are essential.

Key Responsibilities
Provide legal and administrative support for matters involving U.S. accounting taxation and business compliance.
Draft review proofread and organize legal correspondence agreements resolutions authorizations and other business documents.
Assist with business registrations entity formation annual filings and corporate record maintenance.
Conduct legal and regulatory research related to tax business employment and compliance matters.
Assist with preparing responses and supporting documentation for IRS state tax agency and government correspondence.
Review client documents for completeness accuracy consistency and compliance with firm requirements.
Communicate professionally with clients regarding documents deadlines appointments and outstanding requirements.
Coordinate with accountants tax professionals clients government offices and other involved parties.
Monitor filing deadlines client follow-ups regulatory requirements and outstanding requests.
Maintain accurate confidential and well-organized electronic client records.
Prepare summaries reports trackers and internal documentation using Microsoft Word Outlook and Excel.
Handle sensitive financial legal and personal information with discretion.
Assist with additional legal compliance and administrative duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor of Laws Juris Doctor or equivalent law degree.
Must be a licensed attorney and member in good standing of the Philippine Bar.
At least 12 years of relevant legal paralegal compliance tax or accounting-firm experience.
Previous experience supporting a U.S. accounting tax or professional services firm is required.
Familiarity with U.S. tax documents IRS correspondence business entities or regulatory filings.
Excellent written and spoken English.
Strong legal research drafting proofreading and document-review skills.
Excellent organization time management and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple clients assignments and deadlines.
Strong critical-thinking problem-solving and follow-through skills.
High level of confidentiality discretion and professionalism.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word Outlook and Excel.
Ability to quickly learn accounting tax document-management and client-management systems.
Comfortable working full-time during U.S. Pacific Time hours.
Reliable computer stable internet connection and professional remote workspace.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with U.S. CPAs accountants enrolled agents or tax attorneys.
Familiarity with U.S. federal and state tax procedures.
Experience handling IRS notices entity formation documents corporate records or compliance filings.
Knowledge of U.S. business entities including LLCs partnerships S corporations and C corporations.
Experience using tax accounting legal or practice-management software.
What We Offer
Competitive monthly compensation based on experience and qualifications.
Performance-based and annual bonuses.
Professional development and long-term growth opportunities.
Supportive and collaborative remote work environment.
Long-term opportunity with a U.S.-based accounting and tax firm.

Important: This is a legal-support position. The successful candidate will not independently provide U.S. legal advice represent clients or perform activities requiring admission to a U.S. state bar unless appropriately licensed and authorized.

Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1