Junior Tax Accountant - French Accounting Background | USA

EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

Company Overview

Jade Fiducial has been a trusted provider of accounting and tax services since 2003, specializing in French expatriates, international entrepreneurs, and cross-border taxation. As part of the Fiducial Group since 2015, we benefit from the strength of a major international firm founded in France in 1970.

Today, Jade Fiducial operates across 12 offices worldwide, including Paris, Montreal and key U.S. cities such as New York, Miami, and San Francisco. We support individuals and small businesses in navigating complex U.S., French, and international tax environments, ensuring compliance while optimizing financial outcomes.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Junior Tax Accountant eager to develop hands-on experience in U.S. accounting and taxation while leveraging a French accounting background.

This role is ideal for candidates trained in French accounting, cabinet comptable, or PCG , who wish to grow their career in an international environment covering U.S. and cross-border operations.

You will work with small businesses and individuals, both domestic and international, under the guidance of experienced tax and accounting professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform general bookkeeping and monthly write-ups for clients
• Reconcile bank and company accounts
• Review and analyze clients' financial statements
• Prepare outsourced bookkeeping for small business clients
• Prepare sales tax returns
• Process payroll for clients
• Assist with preparation of: Individual tax returns, Corporate tax returns, Partnership tax returns

Required Qualifications & Experience

• 2+ years of accounting or tax experience
• Experience in a public accounting firm or cabinet comptable strongly preferred
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Taxation
• French accounting qualification (DUT / BTS Comptabilité, DCG, DSCG) welcomed
• Knowledge of QuickBooks or similar accounting software preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines

Languages

• French fluency is a strong plus
• Professional working proficiency in English required (training provided for U.S. standards)

Why This Role Is Ideal for French Accounting Profiles

• French accounting experience is valued and transferable
• Training provided on U.S. tax rules and US GAAP
• Exposure to international and cross-border tax matters
• Opportunity to build a long-term accounting career in the U.S.
• Experience with U.S. GAAP or U.S. taxation is a plus, but not mandatory. Candidates with a solid French accounting background will receive training.

The Ideal Candidate

• Client-oriented with strong communication skills
• Detail-focused and organized
• Self-motivated with a desire to grow professionally
• Team player with a collaborative mindset
• Demonstrates integrity, reliability, and accountability

International Candidates & Work Authorization

• This position is open to candidates who are legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application.
• International applicants with a strong French accounting background are encouraged to apply. Visa or work authorization options may be discussed depending on the candidate's profile and business needs.

Benefits & Perks

At Jade Fiducial, we invest in our people and their long-term success.

• Competitive salary based on experience + performance bonuses
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Generous PTO and 10 paid holidays per year
• Ongoing professional training and career development opportunities
• Hybrid work options (role dependent)
• Employee Referral Program

Why Join Jade Fiducial?

Jade Fiducial offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of French and U.S. accounting and taxation . You will join a global team helping entrepreneurs and international clients succeed across borders while developing highly marketable expertise in international tax and accounting.

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time

Rate of Pay
$50,000 - $70,000 depending on experience and qualifications

Exempt/Non-Exempt
Exempt

Location
Jade - Los Angeles


This position is currently accepting applications.