20 Results for Tax Preparer Jobs in Boston, MA

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Tax Preparer

Chelmsford, MA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Tax Preparer to support clients with accurate tax compliance and dependable financial insight. This role blends hands-on preparation of individual and business tax filings with careful review of financial records and accounting activity. The ideal candidate brings strong technical judgment, stays current on regulatory changes, and works effectively across multiple engagements while maintaining a high standard of client service. Responsibilities: • Prepare and review federal and state tax returns for individual and business clients, ensuring complete and accurate filings. • Analyze financial statements, account activity, and supporting documentation to confirm accuracy and alignment with applicable accounting standards. • Maintain the integrity of general ledger records by reconciling accounts and contributing to month-end or periodic close activities. • Advise clients on tax implications based on their financial position and identify practical opportunities to improve tax efficiency. • Evaluate reporting trends and financial performance to recommend stronger accounting practices and better business outcomes. • Collaborate with team members to address complex tax or accounting matters and deliver client work on schedule. • Track updates to tax law, reporting obligations, and related regulations to support ongoing compliance. • Manage several client assignments at once, prioritizing deadlines while meeting quality expectations and role requirements. • Protect sensitive financial information and build trusted client relationships through reliable, confidential service.
2026-10-28T00:00:00Z

Tax Manager

Lowell, MA
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Temporary / Contract
59.375 - 70 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Tax Manager to join a corporate tax team on a Contract assignment in Westford, Massachusetts. This role is suited for a hands-on, detail-oriented tax specialist who can contribute quickly during a high-demand reporting period and provide reliable support across provision, compliance, and tax accounting activities. Working closely with tax leadership, the selected individual will help keep filings, calculations, and disclosures accurate and on schedule in a fast-paced corporate environment. Responsibilities: • Prepare and review quarterly and year-end income tax provision work in alignment with ASC 740 requirements. • Evaluate book-to-tax differences, calculate state tax impacts, reconcile tax-related accounts, and document necessary adjustments. • Contribute to the preparation of tax disclosures included in quarterly and annual financial reports such as 10-Q and 10-K filings. • Maintain quarterly tax calculations related to areas such as stock-based compensation, uncertain tax positions, and purchase accounting effects. • Support U.S. federal and state income tax compliance by reviewing returns, extensions, and estimated tax payment calculations. • Partner with external tax advisors and service providers to facilitate timely filings and ensure supporting documentation is complete and accurate. • Track tax deadlines, manage information requests, and oversee compliance items such as unclaimed property filings and Form 1042 obligations. • Research federal and state tax issues, assist with responses to tax notices, and collaborate with accounting, treasury, legal, and finance teams on tax matters including sales tax and W-9 or W-8BEN-E reporting. • Assist with strengthening tax controls, improving workflows, and handling additional tax-related projects as business needs arise.
2026-11-04T00:00:00Z

Tax Manager

Westborough, MA
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Temporary / Contract
55 - 75 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Tax Specialist to support an organization in Westborough, Massachusetts through a Contract assignment. This role focuses on trust, estate, and fiduciary tax work, requiring strong technical judgment and the ability to manage deadlines in a detail-driven environment. The position offers the opportunity to collaborate with attorneys, clients, and internal professionals while handling a steady volume of specialized tax filings. Responsibilities:• Prepare and review fiduciary, estate, and trust tax filings, including Forms 1041 and associated schedules, with accuracy and timeliness.• Collect financial records and tax documentation from multiple sources, then evaluate and reconcile the information before return preparation.• Investigate complex tax questions and provide support on compliance matters related to trust and estate reporting.• Coordinate closely with attorneys, clients, and internal team members to ensure all required materials are received and submitted by filing deadlines.• Use CCH ProSystem Fx tax software to complete, review, and process returns efficiently throughout the engagement.• Manage a substantial workload of income tax and fiduciary returns while maintaining quality standards during high-volume periods.• Assist with additional tax assignments and related projects as priorities shift during peak filing cycles.
2026-10-21T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Andover, MA
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Temporary to Hire
22 - 28 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Accountant to join a team in Andover, Massachusetts in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position supports accurate payroll administration while also contributing to billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial record maintenance. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, a high level of accuracy, and experience working with payroll and accounting systems in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Process regular payroll and 1099 payments with a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, and compliance. • Assist with billing operations by preparing invoices, reviewing payment activity, and resolving discrepancies as needed. • Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including transaction entry, payment application, and follow-up on outstanding items. • Perform account reconciliations to verify financial records and help maintain clean, balanced ledgers. • Enter and maintain payroll and accounting data in internal systems, ensuring records remain complete and up to date. • Handle payment processing tasks and confirm transactions are properly recorded and documented. • Work within platforms such as Veracross and related accounting tools to support day-to-day financial operations. • Provide general accounting and administrative support related to payroll, invoicing, and financial reporting activities.
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

Sr. Tax Accountant

Westborough, MA
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Temporary / Contract
40 - 50 USD / Hourly
Job Title: Sr. Tax AccountantJob Type: Contract Job Description:Our client is seeking an experienced Sr. Tax Accountant & Preparer for a seasonal contract assignment running from December through May. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented tax professional with deep experience preparing individual and business tax returns, ensuring compliance, and supporting clients through the busy tax season. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, businesses, and/or trusts.</li><li>Gather, analyze, and organize financial records and tax documents to ensure accurate filings.</li><li>Identify tax issues, research applicable regulations, and apply appropriate tax treatment.</li><li>Ensure compliance with current tax laws, deadlines, and filing requirements.</li><li>Communicate with clients to clarify tax information, resolve discrepancies, and provide filing updates.</li><li>Support amended returns, extensions, and tax notices as needed.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality and accuracy in handling sensitive financial information.</li></ul>
2026-10-26T00:00:00Z

Tax Senior - Public

Lancaster, MA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Tax Senior to join a public accounting team in Lancaster, Massachusetts. This position focuses on preparing a range of tax filings for businesses and individuals while helping clients stay organized and on schedule throughout the tax cycle. The ideal candidate is comfortable handling assignments independently, communicating clearly with clients and colleagues, and maintaining a high standard of accuracy and compliance. Responsibilities:• Prepare and review federal and state tax returns for C corporations, S corporations, partnerships, and individual taxpayers with a strong focus on accuracy and completeness.• Guide clients in gathering and organizing financial documentation so filings are submitted efficiently and within required deadlines.• Analyze tax information to identify discrepancies, missing details, or items that require clarification before submission.• Partner with colleagues to address bookkeeping concerns and work through more complex tax questions as they arise.• Manage multiple engagements at once while meeting deadlines and maintaining consistent quality across assignments.• Complete tax work with minimal oversight, applying current regulations and sound judgment to ensure compliance.• Use UltraTax tax software to process returns, maintain supporting documentation, and support an efficient preparation workflow.
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Tax Senior - Public

Boylston, MA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Tax Senior to join a public accounting team in Boylston, MA. This position is suited for a detail-oriented tax specialist who can manage a range of business and individual returns while maintaining high standards of accuracy and client service. The role offers the opportunity to work closely with clients and colleagues to resolve tax matters, keep filings on schedule, and support a smooth year-round compliance process. Responsibilities:• Prepare and examine federal and state tax filings for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, and C corporations, ensuring each return is complete and accurate.• Communicate with clients to collect financial records, clarify open items, and keep the preparation process moving efficiently toward filing deadlines.• Review tax data carefully to spot inconsistencies, omissions, or issues that require follow-up before returns are finalized.• Collaborate with internal team members on bookkeeping questions and assist in resolving more involved tax matters.• Oversee several client engagements at the same time while maintaining strong organization, timely delivery, and dependable work quality.• Perform tax assignments independently by applying current tax rules, sound judgment, and compliance standards.• Use UltraTax software to prepare returns, retain supporting files, and maintain an organized workflow throughout the engagement cycle.
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Fiduciary Tax Manager

Boston, MA
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Permanent / Full Time
130000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Fiduciary Tax Manager to lead tax compliance activities for a diverse book of trusts, estates, foundations, and retirement accounts in Boston, Massachusetts. This role is central to ensuring accurate filings, sound interpretation of governing documents, and timely responses to fiduciary tax matters. The ideal candidate brings deep technical knowledge, strong judgment, and the ability to work closely with internal partners and external advisors in a deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities: • Direct the end-to-end tax reporting cycle for a broad portfolio of fiduciary entities, ensuring filings are completed accurately and on schedule. • Oversee the preparation and final review of federal and state fiduciary returns, along with associated informational forms and supporting documentation. • Analyze trust and estate instruments to determine proper tax treatment, including matters related to transfer tax considerations. • Evaluate quarterly and annual tax obligations, confirm estimated payments, and track ongoing compliance deadlines across multiple accounts. • Work closely with trust administration and other fiduciary partners to resolve tax questions and support account-specific planning needs. • Serve as a point of contact for tax agencies by addressing notices, responding to inquiries, and helping bring outstanding issues to resolution. • Maintain strong oversight of fiduciary tax data, documentation, and reporting processes to support audit readiness and regulatory compliance.
2026-11-04T00:00:00Z

Property Bookkeeper

Shrewsbury, MA
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Property Bookkeeper to oversee full-cycle accounting for a portfolio of residential and commercial real estate assets as well as active development projects in the Shrewsbury, Massachusetts area. This role is responsible for keeping financial records accurate, current, and organized across multiple entities, while supporting timely reporting for leadership. The ideal candidate brings strong bookkeeping experience, confidence working in property management environments, and a hands-on approach to managing daily accounting activity. Responsibilities:• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping for multiple property and project entities, ensuring complete and accurate financial records across each account.• Record tenant-related transactions, including recurring charges, incoming payments, adjustments, and other ledger activity within the property management system.• Monitor rent collections, review past-due balances, and coordinate with property operations staff to support follow-up on outstanding accounts.• Administer security deposit and prepaid rent accounting in accordance with Massachusetts requirements, including account tracking, documentation, and interest-related obligations.• Handle accounting tied to resident turnover, such as move-in setup, final account reconciliation, and preparation of deposit return calculations when applicable.• Process vendor invoices, assign expenses to the correct property or project, and manage payment activity for accounts payable and other receivables.• Reconcile operating, reserve, and deposit bank accounts and complete month-end close activities with timely financial reporting for ownership and management.• Support construction and development accounting by tracking project spending, assisting with draw documentation, and maintaining records related to financing compliance.• Prepare financial schedules and supporting documentation for external tax and accounting partners, while also assembling data requested for strategic transactions and reporting needs. FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION PLEASE CALL ME DIRECTLY, ERIC LEBOW 508-205-2127. ALOS, BE READY TO SHARE YOUR MOST UPTO DATE RESUME
2026-10-28T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Bedford, MA
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Temporary / Contract
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for an organization based in Bedford, Massachusetts. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for an individual who can manage day-to-day financial activities with accuracy, maintain reliable records, and contribute to timely reporting. The role offers the chance to work across general ledger processes, tax-related tasks, and routine accounting close activities in a collaborative environment. Responsibilities: • Prepare and record journal entries to ensure financial transactions are accurately reflected in the accounting system. • Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, researching variances and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner. • Support corporate tax activities by organizing documentation and assisting with filings and related compliance requirements. • Handle sales tax processes, including reviewing transactions, preparing reports, and helping ensure accurate submissions. • Assist with the preparation of corporate tax return support schedules and related financial information. • Participate in month-end and period-end close activities to help deliver complete and accurate financial results. • Review accounting records for consistency and completeness while strengthening internal documentation and controls.
2026-11-03T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Nashua, NH
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
Looking for a skilled Staff Accountant to join a growing organization! This is a great opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and is looking to continue developing their career. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.</li><li>Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reports.</li><li>Manage general ledger activities and ensure financial accuracy.</li><li>Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.</li><li>Analyze financial data and assist with budgeting and reporting.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiencies.</li></ul>
2026-10-30T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Marlborough, MA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 94000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a motivated Staff Accountant to join our accounting team in Marlborough, Massachusetts. This role offers broad exposure across core accounting and financial planning activities while working closely with the Controller in a hands-on, growth-oriented environment. The position is well suited for someone who wants to build a strong foundation in corporate accounting, expand into analysis and forecasting, and take on increasing responsibility over time. Responsibilities: • Support the month-end close by preparing journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, and helping ensure financial records are accurate and complete. • Contribute to financial reporting activities, including consolidating results, assembling monthly reports, and examining budget-to-actual fluctuations. • Assist with planning processes by helping prepare budgets, forecasts, and cash flow reports used for business decision-making. • Perform general ledger analysis and maintain supporting documentation to strengthen accuracy, consistency, and audit readiness. • Provide backup assistance for payroll-related tasks and other essential accounting operations as needed. • Participate in annual physical inventory activities and help reconcile inventory results within the financial records. • Work closely with the Controller to learn a wide range of accounting and FP&A functions while gradually assuming additional ownership of key processes.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Tyngsboro, MA
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a financial services team in northern MA. This position is ideal for an accounting specialist who enjoys balancing tax work, client bookkeeping, and financial reporting responsibilities in a client-focused environment. The role offers the opportunity to support a range of accounting functions while building strong relationships and delivering dependable, accurate service. Responsibilities:• Prepare and review tax filings for individuals, businesses, and trusts with careful attention to accuracy and deadlines.• Maintain client financial records by handling bookkeeping tasks, reconciling accounts, and keeping general ledger activity up to date.• Contribute to monthly and annual closing activities by posting journal entries and assisting with the preparation of financial statements.• Provide support for payroll processing and sales tax reporting requirements as client needs arise.• Serve as a responsive point of contact for clients, offering clear guidance on accounting and tax matters.• Manage assigned engagements independently while prioritizing workload based on timing, complexity, and experience level.• Uphold strong quality standards by ensuring work is compliant, organized, and completed with a high level of precision.
2026-10-21T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Westborough, MA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a collaborative team in Westborough, Massachusetts. THIS ROLE IS 100% REMOTE!! This position is well suited for a hands-on, detail-oriented accounting specialist who enjoys managing day-to-day financial activity, improving processes, and contributing across a growing organization. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting skills, sound judgment, and a proactive mindset, with the ability to support both routine operations and broader business needs. For Immediate Interview please contact Victor Muller at 508 205 2136 Responsibilities:• Manage day-to-day accounting activity by processing vendor payments, issuing customer invoices, recording journal entries, and maintaining accurate general ledger balances.• Perform regular account reconciliations, including accruals and prepaid expenses, to ensure financial records are complete and reliable.• Review daily cash transactions, track available balances, and prepare cash flow forecasts that help inform planning decisions.• Work closely with sales and internal stakeholders to maintain billing timelines, support advance invoicing, and ensure revenue-related records are accurate.• Contribute to quarter-end and year-end close activities by preparing schedules, supporting reconciliations, and assisting with financial reporting requests.• Handle sales tax filings and maintain documentation for contractor payments, including support for annual 1099 preparation and reporting.• Communicate with client accounts payable contacts to resolve invoice questions, follow up on outstanding balances, and maintain a consistent and respectful collections process.• Identify ways to improve accounting workflows, strengthen accuracy, and support operational projects as responsibilities expand over time.
2026-11-04T00:00:00Z

Senior Tax

Beverly, MA
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Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
Our client is a boutique Wealth Management firm in the north-shore looking to add a Senior Tax person to their team. This role is 4 days a week in office. Senior Tax Professional – Wealth Management (North-Shore) An established wealth management firm is seeking an experienced tax professional to support high-net-worth clients across tax compliance and planning. Responsibilities:Prepare and review federal/state tax returns for individuals and trustsManage client data intake, workpapers, and filing accuracy during tax seasonDevelop tax projections and estimated payment schedulesProvide ongoing tax planning, respond to notices, and complete extended returnsPartner with internal teams and interact directly with clients
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Worcester, MA
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Permanent / Full Time
52000 - 57000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a multi-site workforce in the WORCESTER, Massachusetts area. This position plays an important role in maintaining payroll records, reviewing time data, and producing reports that help the organization stay organized and compliant. The ideal candidate brings prior payroll experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to handle sensitive employee information with professionalism. Responsibilities:• Maintain and update employee payroll information within the company’s payroll system to ensure records remain complete and accurate.• Review and validate employee time entries through the NetSuite portal before each payroll cycle is finalized.• Execute bi-weekly payroll processing using NetSuite and Oracle tools while meeting established deadlines.• Prepare tailored payroll and workforce reports based on operational and business reporting needs.• Monitor payroll-related tracking activities and compile supporting documentation for internal review and reporting purposes.• Provide administrative support to the HR function and assist with additional payroll-related tasks as needed. For immediate consideration please call me directly! 508-205-2127 Eric Lebow
2026-10-20T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Burlington, MA
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Temporary / Contract
30.0865 - 34.837 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support a Contract assignment in Burlington, Massachusetts. This position will oversee end-to-end payroll processing for a large employee population across multiple states while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely completion of each payroll cycle. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with high-volume payroll operations and is comfortable working within ADP Workforce Now in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Administer complete payroll processing from data review through final submission for a large employee base. • Manage payroll activities for employees working in multiple states, ensuring proper application of applicable wage and tax requirements. • Use ADP Workforce Now to enter, validate, and maintain payroll records with a high level of accuracy. • Review payroll inputs such as earnings, deductions, adjustments, and time-related data to confirm correct payment outcomes. • Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, responding to issues in a timely and thorough manner. • Maintain compliance with company policies and payroll regulations while supporting audit-ready documentation. • Partner with internal teams to gather required payroll information and help keep each payroll cycle on schedule.
2026-11-04T00:00:00Z

Tax Sr. - Corporate

Marlborough, MA
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Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced, detail-oriented tax specialist to support global income tax forecasting and planning for a complex multinational organization. This role focuses on evaluating worldwide tax outcomes, interpreting changes in tax regulations, and translating business developments into meaningful tax insights. The ideal candidate combines strong technical tax knowledge with financial modeling expertise and can communicate recommendations clearly to both tax and non-tax stakeholders. For Immediate Interview Please Contact Victor Muller at 508 205 2136 Responsibilities:• Lead and coordinate forecasting activities related to the company’s global effective tax rate and cash tax outlook for annual plans, long-range planning, and quarterly updates under ASC 740 guidance.• Monitor international and domestic tax law developments and incorporate relevant changes into forecasting models to maintain accuracy and completeness.• Compare projected tax results against prior forecasts and actual performance, identify the underlying causes of variances, and recommend actions to improve precision.• Review model outputs to confirm tax impacts, summarize key findings, and present practical recommendations to business and finance partners.• Work closely with tax colleagues to evaluate planning strategies involving legal entity structures, accounting methods, elections, and legislative changes.• Partner with Accounting, Treasury, FP&A, and other finance teams to assess how operational changes, investments, acquisitions, restructurings, or divestitures may affect tax positions.• Build and enhance scalable models that support scenario analysis, strategic decision-making, and forecasting across a global tax environment.• Use automation and visualization tools such as Alteryx and Tableau to streamline processes, improve reporting, and strengthen decision support.• Identify process improvement opportunities, shorten reporting cycles, and implement more efficient approaches to tax forecasting and analysis.
2026-10-06T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Northborough, MA
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 72800 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to manage daily financial records and accounting support for multiple client accounts within an organized practice in the Northborough Massachusetts Area. This position requires someone who can keep work organized, maintain accuracy across recurring transactions, and communicate clearly with clients while handling sensitive information. The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently, balancing competing deadlines, and using QuickBooks to support efficient bookkeeping operations. Responsibilities:• Maintain accurate financial records for multiple clients, including routine bookkeeping entries and account updates.• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, ensuring transactions are recorded correctly and on schedule.• Complete bank and account reconciliations regularly to identify discrepancies and keep ledgers current.• Use QuickBooks to manage client books, prepare reports, and support ongoing accounting workflows.• Coordinate with clients to gather financial information, answer questions, and provide timely bookkeeping support.• Monitor deadlines and prioritize assignments effectively to ensure consistent and accurate delivery of services.• Assist with payroll reporting and provide support for tax preparation activities when needed.
2026-11-02T00:00:00Z

Property Accountant - alot of growth potential!

Newton Lower Falls, MA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
My client, a Real Estate Investment and Development Firm is hiring a Property Accountant who will report to the Property Accounting Manager. The Property Accountant will oversee the accounting for various residential and commercial properties. Compensation for this position is $80-90K + 10% Bonus + possible sign on bonus if walking away from a year end bonus. This company is very reputable, stable, offers very nice career growth, a great work life balance, nice hybrid arrangement, strong benefits and more! If interested in hearing more, please EMAIL YOUR RESUME to matthew.katz@roberthalf or message me on linkedin ASAP. Thank you.
2026-10-30T00:00:00Z

20 results for Tax Preparer in Boston, MA