Ian Matimu

I’m a highly analytical Junior Accountant with in-depth experience preparing and reviewing U.S. Individual Income Tax Returns (Form 1040), including all related schedules, credits, adjustments, deductions, and supplemental IRS forms. I focus on accuracy, documentation, and timely performance—especially in high-volume environments.

In my current remote role as a Junior Accountant with Solvo Global Colombia (Medellin), I prepare complete Form 1040 returns for clients with simple to highly complex income situations and cross-check every calculation for accuracy. I determine proper filing status, validate dependents using qualifying child/relative tests, and apply IRS rules to get returns right the first time.

My work spans core tax areas including itemized versus standard deduction application, capital gains reporting, self-employment income, rental property reporting, pass-through income, and Affordable Care Act reconciliation. I translate complex tax documentation from W-2s, 1099s, 1098s, and K-1s into accurate and compliant federal and state tax returns, while also supporting state sales tax preparation, data reconciliation, and compliance filing.

Before this, I supported tax compliance at Kenya Electricity Generating Company PLC in Nairobi, assisting with corporate, VAT, PAYE, and withholding tax returns, and helping review transactions to identify potential tax-saving opportunities. I also bring strong accounting fundamentals from earlier account assistant experience—entering transactions, preparing invoices/payments, reconciling bank statements and ledgers, and maintaining organized records—along with ongoing Certified Public Accountant training (CPA sections 3 and 4) and exposure to SAP.