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Overview The primary function of the Patient Accounting Billing Specialist I is the daily management of an assigned portion of the accounts receivable, typically allocated based on alphabetical splits. Responsibilities o…
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Tax Specialist jobs in Boston, MA
Tax specialists prepare returns and plan around tax law for individuals or businesses. They track changing regulations, find legitimate savings, and keep filings accurate and on time.
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Overview Reporting to the Director of Patient Financial Services, the Revenue Protection Specialist is responsible for managing and responding to external audits from government and commercial insurance companies as well…
$110k - $135k
Do you want to develop your career and make an impact in the fast-growth, fast-moving B2B technology space? At Informa TechTarget, you’ll collaborate and grow alongside some of the industry’s most respected experts. You’…
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We are seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to support the accounting and finance function of a growing organization. This role will partner closely with senior leadership to oversee financial reporting, month-end…
$122k - $177k
Reporting to the Controller, the Assistant System Controller will support the Controller and the Finance Leadership team in managing BMCHS’s (BMC, St. Elizabeth, and Good Samaritan hospitals ) accounting, internal contro…
$117k - $150k
We're seeking an Internal Audit Manager to lead and execute risk-based internal audits across financial, operational, and compliance areas. This role will supervise a team of senior and staff auditors, drive audit qualit…
Employment Type: Full time Work Location: Remote: 100% off site Overview The primary function of the Patient Accounting Follow-Up Specialist is the daily management of an assigned portion of the accounts receivable, typi…
ensure appropriate treatment of costs incurred pre- and post-LNTP across the project portfolio Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors to support annual audits and tax filings, including any partnership or pas…
Kforce's client is seeking a Manager of IT Audit to work in the Greater Boston Area, hybrid 2-3 days a week. This role offers competitive base, bonus, and equity/incentives Summary: This role will lead a variety of techn…
We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Sr. Associate - Lead Civil Engineer to join our team in our Boston, MA Office . The Lead Civil Engineer will play a crucial role in overseeing various projects invo…
$62.52k - $93.83k
About Us Baker Newman Noyes (BNN) is a top 100 tax, assurance, and advisory firm in the U.S. and holds a Best of Accounting™ recognition for superior client service. BNN was founded to create opportunity for our employee…
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Tax Senior/ Reviewer A boutique full-service tax preparation firm - handling everything from simple individual returns to more complex small business, S-corporation, estate, and trust returns - our client is seeking a ta…
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What tax specialists earn in Boston
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $31–$42 | $64k–$87k |
| Mid level | $42–$59 | $87k–$122k |
| Senior | $55–$80 | $115k–$166k |
Adjusted for the Boston market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Federal and state tax lawTax return preparationTax researchTax software (UltraTax, Lacerte)Tax planning strategiesIRS correspondenceExcelDeadline managementClient communication
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
What types of returns have you prepared, and at what volume?
Be specific: individual, partnership, S corp, or multi-state, and roughly how many per season. Complexity handled matters more than raw count.
How do you stay current with tax law changes?
Name real habits — IRS updates, CPE, firm alerts, or research platforms like Checkpoint — and one recent change you applied in practice.
Walk me through how you research an unfamiliar tax question.
Show the hierarchy: code and regulations first, then rulings and guidance, then documenting the position and its support before advising.
Tell me about a tax-saving opportunity you found for a client or employer.
Describe how you spotted it, the rules that made it legitimate, and the dollar amount saved. Keep the tone factual rather than clever.
How do you handle an IRS notice or examination?
Explain reading the notice carefully, gathering documentation, responding within deadlines, and keeping the client calm and informed throughout.
How do you manage the workload of filing season?
Talk about early document collection, workflow tracking, and triage by deadline and complexity, plus knowing when to extend rather than rush.
What do you do if you discover an error on a previously filed return?
Show integrity and process: quantify the impact, advise on amending, and follow the correction rules rather than hoping it goes unnoticed.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For tax specialists specifically — generic advice costs you here
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List return types and volumes per season, including multi-state or consolidated work, since firms match on complexity.
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Quantify savings you identified for clients or the company, even as a range.
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Name your software precisely — UltraTax, Lacerte, ProSystem fx, OneSource — because it shortens onboarding.
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State credentials clearly: CPA, EA, or exam progress, each of which changes what work you can sign.
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Include IRS representation or notice-resolution experience; it distinguishes preparers from advisors.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Tax Preparer
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Tax Specialist
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Senior Tax Specialist
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Tax Manager
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