US Payroll & Sales Tax Expert + Bookkeeper (Full Time)

Job ID: 40120065

Budget: $2 – $8 USD

Payroll & Sales Tax Accountant (Full-Time, US Hours)

Company: Flat Rate Bookkeeping
Position Type: Full-Time (W2/Contractor – specify if needed)
Work Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST (US Time Zone)
Location: Remote
Compensation: 50,000 INR per month

About the Role

Flat Rate Bookkeeping is a U.S.-based bookkeeping firm serving small businesses across the United States. We are seeking a full-time Payroll & Sales Tax Accountant to manage payroll and sales tax compliance for approximately 50 U.S. small business clients.

This is a high-responsibility, firm-style role, not a single-client position. You will be expected to handle recurring compliance work accurately and on time. During lighter payroll and filing periods, you will assist with bookkeeping cleanup projects.

Key Responsibilities
• Run payroll for ~50 U.S. small business clients (weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and monthly)
• Manage payroll tax filings and payments (federal, state, and local)
• Prepare and file U.S. sales tax returns (monthly, quarterly, annual)
• Ensure compliance with U.S. payroll and sales tax regulations
• Communicate with internal team regarding missing data or discrepancies
• Perform bookkeeping cleanup and catch-up work during non-peak times
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for all accounts
• Meet strict deadlines consistently

Required Qualifications
• Proven experience handling U.S. payroll (multiple clients)
• Strong understanding of U.S. sales tax filing requirements
• Experience working in a bookkeeping or accounting firm
• Ability to manage high volume (up to 50 accounts)
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Comfortable working 9–5 EST, full time
• Reliable internet connection and ability to work independently

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with payroll software (Gusto, ADP, Paychex, QuickBooks Payroll, etc.)
• Experience with QuickBooks Online
• Prior bookkeeping cleanup or catch-up experience
• Strong written communication skills

What We Offer
• Stable, full-time position
• Consistent workload in a growing firm
• Clear expectations and structured processes
• Long-term opportunity for the right candidate