Tax Accountant

Job Description

Mowery & Schoenfeld is seeking ambitious and curious tax professionals to join our team in Makati City. This opportunity is open to candidates at different experience levels, with the final title and responsibilities determined by the candidate’s background.

The U.S. Tax Accountant will support a variety of tax engagements and work closely with colleagues in both the Philippines and the United States. The ideal candidate has experience preparing U.S. tax returns, strong attention to detail, and an interest in continuing to develop within public accounting.

This is an on-site position based in our Makati office and is not available as a remote role.

Job Duties

• Prepare and review U.S. federal, state, and local tax returns based on experience level
• Support tax engagements involving individuals, partnerships, S corporations, C corporations, trusts, and estates
• Prepare tax workpapers, supporting schedules, book-to-tax adjustments, estimates, and extensions
• Review financial information for completeness and accuracy
• Identify missing information, discrepancies, and potential tax issues
• Research tax questions and clearly document findings
• Assist with tax planning, projections, and responses to tax notices
• Communicate with U.S.-based team members regarding engagement progress, questions, and outstanding information
• Use professional tax software and research tools to complete assigned work
• Manage multiple engagements while meeting quality standards and deadlines
• Maintain the confidentiality of client, tax, and financial information
• Take on additional preparation, review, and client-support responsibilities based on experience

Job Requirements

We are seeking someone who is curious, self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable working as part of a collaborative team.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Accounting, Finance, or another relevant discipline
• Previous experience preparing U.S. tax returns
• Public accounting experience is strongly preferred
• Familiarity with common U.S. individual and business tax forms
• Philippine CPA designation is preferred but not required
• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Experience using professional tax preparation or research software is preferred
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities during deadline periods
• Willingness and ability to work full-time from the Makati office

Candidates may be considered for Tax Associate, Senior Tax Associate, Tax Supervisor, or another appropriate level based on their experience and technical background.

Join a Firm That Expects More and Gives More

We’re building a firm of people who take pride in doing things the right way.

We’re looking for individuals who are:

Intellectually curious: You think critically, ask better questions, and don’t settle for surface-level answers.

Hardworking: You bring determination and follow-through, especially when it matters most.

Personable: You build trust naturally with clients and teammates.

Driven: You care about growth, accountability, and becoming exceptional at your craft.

Client service oriented: You understand that responsiveness, quality, and relationships define great firms.

What Makes Us Different

We believe our people want:

• Meaningful client relationships, not just compliance work
• A team of high performers
• Clear expectations and accountability
• Opportunities to grow into leadership roles
• A voice in shaping the firm’s future

We’re intentional about building a culture where performance matters, collaboration is real, and people take ownership.

Who Will Thrive Here

You’ll do well here if you:

• Take initiative without waiting to be asked
• Care about both the details and the bigger picture
• Communicate clearly and confidently
• Are career-driven and motivated
• Want to be part of a team that pushes each other to improve

About Mowery & Schoenfeld

Mowery & Schoenfeld, LLC is an accounting and advisory services firm headquartered in Lincolnshire, Illinois, with additional offices in the Chicago Loop, Miami, and Makati City, Philippines. Our organization is focused on providing personalized service and building lasting, trusted client relationships.

With 20 partners and more than 200 employees, Mowery & Schoenfeld ranks among the top ten accounting firms in Illinois and has been recognized as one of the largest accounting firms in Chicago by Crain’s Chicago Business.

We take culture seriously and provide a supportive environment focused on growth. Our firm has been recognized as a Best Firm to Work For and a Best Firm for Women by Accounting Today, as well as a Best Place to Work in Chicago by Crain’s Chicago Business.

Mowery & Schoenfeld provides comprehensive tax, assurance, transaction advisory, outsourced accounting, wealth management, international tax, and business advisory services.

Through our M&S Cares program, we prioritize giving back and provide opportunities for team members to support the communities in which we work.

Mowery & Schoenfeld is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, or age.