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Finance & Accounting · Boston, MA
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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Fund Accountant - Family OfficeOverview:A private family office is seeking a Senior Fund Accountant to support accounting, reporting, tax coordination, and cash management for its pooled investment vehicles (“the Funds”)…
$105k - $132k
Job DescriptionDewberry is currently seeking a full-time Pursuit/Proposal Manager to support our Federal and Northeast Marketing team. The position requires a minimum of 10 years of AEC marketing experience with specific…
$113.1k - $153k
exchange, debt, insurance, and other key financial risks to support decision-making.Partner cross-functionally with Accounting, FP&A, Tax, Legal, IT, and other teams to support Treasury initiatives and broader business o…
$130k - $170k
OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Tax Manager that has ambitions of becoming a Partner, and potentially even an owner, to join our team! Based in beautiful Marlboro, MA, we are a small CPA firm that has been providin…
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Tax Accountant to support tax research, preparation, and compliance activities for a contract position based in Boston, Massachusetts. This role is well suited for someone with a str…
Staff Accountant to support the finance team on a Contract basis in Boston, Massachusetts. This role is ideal for an accounting specialist who can step into a fast-paced environment and help maintain accurate financial r…
$128k - $218k
As an Actuary on the Rate Indications team you will lead and perform most complex analysis for the full range of actuarial activities related to insurance pricing for personal lines property. Lead complex models and proj…
$100k - $130k
DescriptionKforce's client, a highly successful Accounting & Consulting company located just outside Boston, is in search of a Senior Tax Associate/Manager. This company offers a highly-proven career trajectory, an excel…
a leading professional services advisor to middle-market businesses nationwide. With industry knowledge and expertise in accounting, tax, advisory, benefits, insurance, and technology, CBIZ delivers actionable insights t…
$115k - $125k
summaries requested by clients* Month-end reconciliations* Provide continuous support on improved processes and efficiencies* Support tax group w/tax workpapers* Various financial projects for clientsRequirements* BS in…
$112.5k - $147.5k
documentation, testing readiness, and identification of control gaps in line with ICFR/SOX expectations.Take ownership of SOX, audit, and tax compliance efforts by maintaining detailed documentation, proactively managing…
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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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Tax Director
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