Tax Associate (Remote)
About Us
Fondo is an all-in-one accounting platform built for startups, automating bookkeeping, taxes, and tax credits for 1,000+ high-growth companies. We combine powerful automation with expert in-house accountants who know startups inside and out—helping you stay compliant, maximize runway, and focus on growth. Our customers receive an average of $21k cash back from the IRS each year (up to $500k). Joining Fondo means becoming part of a passionate and collaborative team dedicated to delivering an exceptional experience for startups. We’re a globally distributed, primarily remote team with our headquarters in San Francisco and an office in Austin. We believe in the potential of every team member and foster a diverse, inclusive culture where people learn from each other and grow together. We work in a highly collaborative, iterative way: teams share context openly, ask questions freely, and continuously improve based on real client feedback. Backed by Y Combinator, Money Forward, Liquid 2 Ventures, and Motley Fool Ventures, Fondo is reshaping financial management for startups — and as part of our team, you’ll play a meaningful role in helping founders stay compliant, confident, and set up for growth.
About the Role
As a Tax Associate at Fondo, you will be providing various federal and state tax compliance and consulting services to a diverse set of clients. You will be partnering closely with the Fondo Accounting and Operations teams in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment to meet client deliverables. We offer a competitive compensation package and opportunities for career advancement.
Responsibilities
- Data input into ProConnect Tax Software and conduct international tax return review
- Review and occasional support of financial statements
- Maintain customer project list
- Assist with various State and Federal filing deadlines
- Continually check client Slack channels for potential support needs
- Maintain filing system in cloud-based software
- Research of problems or questions from clients
- Implement strategy with sales and marketing teams
- Additional projects and duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree required (concentration in Accounting or Finance preferred)
- CPA certification preferred
- 1+ years of experience in accounting
- Strong knowledge of general accounting and tax accounting
- Extensive experience with business and individual tax returns (federal and state), particularly C-Corps.
- Working knowledge of international tax
- Proficient in ProConnect, QuickBooks Online, and Microsoft Excel
- Excellent priority management skills
- Experience managing financials for multiple clients
- Ability to clearly describe accounting systems and processes in written correspondence and procedure manual format
- Knowledge of research techniques to analyze data and make recommendations
- Proficient in using accounting and information systems to organize and present financial data
- Ability to prepare statistical reports and analyze financial reports
- Adaptable and comfortable with ambiguity, able to problem-solve creatively and manage multiple client and filing deadlines at once
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive Salary: Earn between $60,000 and $85,000 annually, based on your experience, qualifications, and location.
- Bonuses: Eligible for performance-based bonuses.
- Health Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans to ensure the well-being of you and your family.
- Retirement Savings: Benefit from our 401(k) plans, including Roth options, with a generous company match of up to 4%.
- Flexible Paid Time Off: Take time when you need it, plus 16 paid company holidays.
- Work Environment: Thrive in a collaborative, ambitious, innovative, and inclusive culture.
How to Apply
Excited about this opportunity? Submit your application and upload your resume along with a brief cover letter sharing why you’re the right fit for this role at Fondo. We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer At Fondo, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We proudly uphold the principles of equal opportunity employment, ensuring that all employment decisions are based solely on job-related factors and individual merit. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job