Senior Tax Manager (Hybrid) in Wakefield

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Tax Manager
Location: Middlesex County, MA (Hybrid – 3 days onsite, 2 days WFH)
Firm Type: Certified Public Accounting Firm

About the Firm:
Our client is a growing mid-sized CPA firm in Middlesex County, MA, offering personal and small business tax services. The firm prides itself on a family-first, collaborative culture where work-life balance, professional growth, and client service excellence are valued. This role provides a clear path to partnership and leadership within the firm.

Position Overview:
The firm is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Manager to lead tax engagements, manage a team, and provide advisory services to clients. This position is ideal for a CPA with strong technical expertise, multi-state filing knowledge, and leadership experience who is looking to grow professionally in a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage multiple personal and small business tax engagements, ensuring compliance and accuracy
• Prepare and review 1040, 1041, 1065, 1120, 1120S returns
• Advise clients on complex tax and financial matters
• Lead, mentor, and develop junior and mid-level staff
• Collaborate with partners on tax planning, consulting, and process improvements
• Support a paperless, tech-forward work environment

Qualifications:

• CPA license required
• 7+ years of personal and small business tax preparation and consulting experience
• Experience with multi-state filings for individuals and small businesses
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Office Suite; experience with CCH ProSystem FX or CCH Axcess is a plus
• Strong technical knowledge of tax laws, regulations, and accounting principles
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Leadership experience managing staff or projects

What’s Offered:

• Competitive salary: $120K+ (based on experience)
• Hybrid work schedule: 3 days in office, 2 remote
• Supportive, collaborative, family-first culture
• Clear path to partnership and professional growth
• Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plan, PTO, performance bonuses, and professional development support
• Flexible work arrangements during and outside busy season

How to Apply: Interested candidates are encouraged to apply directly or contact Kaitlyn Opdahl at kaitlyn.opdahl@gogpac.com to learn more.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.