Tax Manager - CPA Required $165k/yr

Our partner, a specialized CPA firm in Wakefield, MA, is seeking a leadership-track Tax Manager to join their progressive, growth-oriented team. This client-facing role offers real influence, strong support, and a flexible hybrid schedule—ideal for an experienced Tax Manager or Tax Supervisor ready to advance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise tax engagements in accordance with firm and professional standards
• Plan and schedule engagements, balancing client expectations and internal resources
• Build and maintain direct client relationships through ongoing advisory (not just compliance)
• Review complex tax returns and workpapers; ensure quality, accuracy, and timeliness
• Conduct tax research and apply findings to planning and advisory work
• Provide coaching, training, and oversight to develop staff and strengthen delivery
• Manage engagement economics (budgets, production goals) and support business development
• Support consulting and special projects as needed

Requirements

• 10+ years of public accounting experience (tax-focused)
• Active CPA license required
• Proven experience leading multiple client engagements and managing deadlines
• Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with common tax/accounting tools (QuickBooks, ProSystem fx Tax, MS Word/Excel)

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior supervisory/managerial tax experience (review, mentoring, and engagement leadership)
• Comfort supporting business development and expanding client relationships

Benefits

• 401K with matching
• Strong health, dental, and vision insurance package
• Life and short-term disability coverage
• Monthly team gatherings, annual holiday party, and end-of-tax-season celebration
• Summer outing and quarterly philanthropic initiatives
• Charitable foundation awarding scholarships to local accounting students

Pay

$140,000–$165,000 base salary, plus annual bonus eligibility (final offer based on experience, skills, and internal equity)

Schedule

Hybrid (in-office Tues/Wed/Thurs; remote Mon/Fri)

Why This Role?

• True leadership seat: join the leadership team and drive engagement execution, client strategy, and team development
• Strong compensation and benefits package with bonus opportunity
• Flexible hybrid schedule with set in-office collaboration days
• Progressive, growth-oriented culture with clear advancement opportunities
• Supportive team environment with a "grow together" mindset

Location: Wakefield, MA