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13 results for Tax Preparer in Boston, MA

Payroll Accountant
  • Andover, MA
  • onsite
  • 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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process regular payroll and 1099 payments with a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.<br>• Assist with billing operations by preparing invoices, reviewing payment activity, and resolving discrepancies as needed.<br>• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including transaction entry, payment application, and follow-up on outstanding items.<br>• Perform account reconciliations to verify financial records and help maintain clean, balanced ledgers.<br>• Enter and maintain payroll and accounting data in internal systems, ensuring records remain complete and up to date.<br>• Handle payment processing tasks and confirm transactions are properly recorded and documented.<br>• Work within platforms such as Veracross and related accounting tools to support day-to-day financial operations.<br>• Provide general accounting and administrative support related to payroll, invoicing, and financial reporting activities.
  • 2026-10-05T00:00:00Z
Tax Manager - Public
  • Andover, MA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 110000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Well respected Public Accounting Firm with a 35+ year history in the Andover area with an excellent reputation is looking to hire a Tax Manager. This person will be part of 15-person team reporting into the managing principal getting involved with all aspects of taxes servicing their clients. This includes compliance and consulting services on multiple client engagements from start to finish, which includes planning, executing, directing, and completing tax projects. BS Degree required, CPA, MST preferred with 5-10+ years of tax experience in the public or private sector. Will be involved in Individual, S-Corps, Partnerships and Fiduciary Tax returns supporting all research and tax matters. Great opportunity for a Tax Professional looking to join team friendly collaborative work environment, work/life balance culture and offers remote flexibility.  If interested, reach out to dino.valeri@roberthalf;com or message me thru LinkedIn.</p><p> </p>
  • 2026-09-24T00:00:00Z
Tax Manager - Public
  • Lowell, MA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 125000 - 160000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join a growing organization in Lowell, Massachusetts. This position will oversee direct and indirect tax activities across domestic and international operations while helping strengthen reporting accuracy, compliance processes, and strategic tax planning. The role is well suited for a tax specialist who brings strong technical knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively with finance partners and external advisors.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the preparation and review of quarterly and annual income tax provision activities, including supporting schedules, account reconciliations, financial statement disclosures, and technical tax documentation.</p><p>• Coordinate federal, state, and international tax filings with outside advisors to help ensure timely, accurate compliance across all required jurisdictions.</p><p>• Maintain and enhance tax controls, supporting documentation, and reconciliation procedures while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and reporting quality.</p><p>• Evaluate proposed tax strategies and analyze legislative or regulatory changes to determine their potential effect on the organization.</p><p>• Prepare and monitor global cash tax forecasts in collaboration with treasury and finance teams across international locations.</p><p>• Manage complex international tax computations such as Subpart F, foreign tax credits, and other cross-border tax considerations affecting the business.</p><p>• Review transfer pricing matters, indirect tax obligations, and broader international compliance requirements to support ongoing operational needs.</p><p>• Assist with responses to U.S. and non-U.S. tax audits, inquiries, and examinations by gathering documentation and coordinating with key stakeholders.</p><p>• Recommend and implement technology-enabled improvements that streamline tax reporting, compliance execution, and overall process effectiveness</p>
  • 2026-09-21T00:00:00Z
Tax Senior - Public
  • Boylston, MA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and examine federal and state tax filings for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, and C corporations, ensuring each return is complete and accurate.</p><p>• Communicate with clients to collect financial records, clarify open items, and keep the preparation process moving efficiently toward filing deadlines.</p><p>• Review tax data carefully to spot inconsistencies, omissions, or issues that require follow-up before returns are finalized.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal team members on bookkeeping questions and assist in resolving more involved tax matters.</p><p>• Oversee several client engagements at the same time while maintaining strong organization, timely delivery, and dependable work quality.</p><p>• Perform tax assignments independently by applying current tax rules, sound judgment, and compliance standards.</p><p>• Use UltraTax software to prepare returns, retain supporting files, and maintain an organized workflow throughout the engagement cycle.</p>
  • 2026-09-22T00:00:00Z
Tax Senior - Public
  • Lancaster, MA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• 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.</p><p>• Guide clients in gathering and organizing financial documentation so filings are submitted efficiently and within required deadlines.</p><p>• Analyze tax information to identify discrepancies, missing details, or items that require clarification before submission.</p><p>• Partner with colleagues to address bookkeeping concerns and work through more complex tax questions as they arise.</p><p>• Manage multiple engagements at once while meeting deadlines and maintaining consistent quality across assignments.</p><p>• Complete tax work with minimal oversight, applying current regulations and sound judgment to ensure compliance.</p><p>• Use UltraTax tax software to process returns, maintain supporting documentation, and support an efficient preparation workflow.</p>
  • 2026-09-22T00:00:00Z
Tax Senior - Public
  • Shrewsbury, MA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 70000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a skilled Tax Senior to join a public accounting team. In this role, you will support a diverse client base by delivering tax, audit, and advisory services with accuracy and care. This position offers the opportunity to take ownership of engagements, strengthen client relationships, and contribute to the growth of entry-level team members.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the preparation and completion of tax returns for both individual and business clients, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.<br>• Coordinate audit and review engagements from planning through final reporting, maintaining quality standards throughout the process.<br>• Guide client assignments across tax planning, compliance, research, and advisory work while managing each phase effectively.<br>• Produce organized tax workpapers and supervise filings and related projects for for-profit, not-for-profit, and individual engagements.<br>• Develop project timelines and set realistic budgets for tax and audit work to support efficient execution.<br>• Coach and support entry-level team members by providing training, feedback, and day-to-day guidance within a collaborative team setting.<br>• Serve as a trusted client contact by answering questions, offering practical recommendations, and fostering strong working relationships.<br>• Monitor multiple priorities and deadlines independently while communicating progress clearly to clients and internal stakeholders.
  • 2026-09-30T00:00:00Z
Fiduciary Tax Manager
  • Boston, MA
  • onsite
  • 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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the end-to-end tax reporting cycle for a broad portfolio of fiduciary entities, ensuring filings are completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Oversee the preparation and final review of federal and state fiduciary returns, along with associated informational forms and supporting documentation.<br>• Analyze trust and estate instruments to determine proper tax treatment, including matters related to transfer tax considerations.<br>• Evaluate quarterly and annual tax obligations, confirm estimated payments, and track ongoing compliance deadlines across multiple accounts.<br>• Work closely with trust administration and other fiduciary partners to resolve tax questions and support account-specific planning needs.<br>• Serve as a point of contact for tax agencies by addressing notices, responding to inquiries, and helping bring outstanding issues to resolution.<br>• Maintain strong oversight of fiduciary tax data, documentation, and reporting processes to support audit readiness and regulatory compliance.
  • 2026-09-30T00:00:00Z
Tax Manager/Sr. Tax Manager - Trusts & Estates (focused)
  • Concord, MA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 110000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Well respected Public Accounting Firm with a 30+ year history in the Concord, MA area with an excellent reputation is looking to hire a Tax Manager/Senior Tax Manager. This person will be part of 15-person team reporting into the managing principal. This position will be specializing in Trusts &amp; Estates to manage fiduciary, estate, gift, and high-net-worth individual tax engagements.</p><p> </p><p>Key: Responsibilities: </p><ul><li>Prepare Forms 1041, 706, 709 and complex 1040 returns, depending on skill level reviewing returns also possible.</li><li>Advise clients on trust, estate, gift, questions.</li><li>Research complex tax issues and provide technical guidance.</li><li>Serve as a client contact and manage multiple engagements.</li><li>Mentor, train, and review the work of tax staff and seniors.</li><li>Collaborate with attorneys, financial advisors, trustees, and executors.</li></ul><p>Great opportunity for an experienced Tax Professional looking to join team friendly collaborative work environment, tenured staff, and great work/life balance culture.  100% paid Health Benefits along with a 4-day workweek offseason (June – Sept). They are mainly onsite but would be open to hybrid schedule as well. If interested, reach out to dino.valeri@roberthalf;com or message me thru LinkedIn.</p>
  • 2026-09-24T00:00:00Z
Fund Accountant
  • Boston, MA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 27 - 28 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented, entry level Fund Accountant to join our team in Boston, Massachusetts on a Long-term Contract/Contract to Hire basis. This on-site position plays an important role in supporting mutual fund operations by helping maintain accurate valuation data, monitoring investment guideline adherence, and preparing core financial reporting. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, sound accounting knowledge, and the ability to work carefully within a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Monitor portfolio activity to help ensure funds remain aligned with established investment restrictions and compliance guidelines.</p><p>• Calculate fund distributions accurately and in accordance with reporting timelines and applicable standards.</p><p>• Prepare billing forecasts, recurring billings, and other accounting-related projections to support operational planning.</p><p>• Produce monthly financial statements and supporting schedules with a high degree of accuracy and completeness.</p><p>• Create and maintain reports related to fund performance, accounting activity, and financial reporting requirements.</p><p>• Review and update security reference data used in the daily valuation process for mutual funds.</p><p>• Support daily valuation activities by validating records and identifying discrepancies that may affect pricing or reporting.</p><p>• Work on-site five days per week and provide coverage during assigned business hours to support team operations.</p>
  • 2026-10-14T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Tewksbury, MA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a growing team on a Long-term Contract basis. This position is well suited for an accounting specialist who brings strong expertise in receivables, advanced Excel capabilities, and solid general ledger knowledge. The role will support daily accounting operations, partner with internal and external stakeholders, and contribute to financial accuracy in a manufacturing-focused environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare customer invoices, process billing activities, and apply incoming payments accurately to maintain timely accounts receivable records.<br>• Support revenue-related accounting tasks and help ensure transactions are recorded completely and correctly.<br>• Partner with the Accounting Manager on month-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis.<br>• Handle day-to-day accounts receivable and accounts payable processing while providing broader support across the general ledger.<br>• Perform bank, cash, balance sheet, and other account reconciliations to strengthen financial accuracy and control.<br>• Review inventory and manufacturing-related costs, helping assess product margins and identify cost trends.<br>• Conduct variance analysis and provide documentation and assistance during audit-related requests.<br>• Work closely with sales teams, customers, and international business partners to resolve billing and accounting questions effectively.
  • 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z
Senior Tax
  • Beverly, MA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 110000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client is a boutique Wealth Management firm in the north-shore looking to add a Senior Tax person to their team.</p><p><br></p><p>This role is 4 days a week in office.</p><p><br></p><p>Senior Tax Professional – Wealth Management (North-Shore)</p><p><br></p><p>An established wealth management firm is seeking an experienced tax professional to support high-net-worth clients across tax compliance and planning.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>Prepare and review federal/state tax returns for individuals and trusts</p><p>Manage client data intake, workpapers, and filing accuracy during tax season</p><p>Develop tax projections and estimated payment schedules</p><p>Provide ongoing tax planning, respond to notices, and complete extended returns</p><p>Partner with internal teams and interact directly with clients</p>
  • 2026-10-13T00:00:00Z
Tax Sr. - Corporate
  • Marlborough, MA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 110000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>For Immediate Interview Please Contact Victor Muller at 508 205 2136</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• 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.</p><p>• Monitor international and domestic tax law developments and incorporate relevant changes into forecasting models to maintain accuracy and completeness.</p><p>• Compare projected tax results against prior forecasts and actual performance, identify the underlying causes of variances, and recommend actions to improve precision.</p><p>• Review model outputs to confirm tax impacts, summarize key findings, and present practical recommendations to business and finance partners.</p><p>• Work closely with tax colleagues to evaluate planning strategies involving legal entity structures, accounting methods, elections, and legislative changes.</p><p>• Partner with Accounting, Treasury, FP&amp;A, and other finance teams to assess how operational changes, investments, acquisitions, restructurings, or divestitures may affect tax positions.</p><p>• Build and enhance scalable models that support scenario analysis, strategic decision-making, and forecasting across a global tax environment.</p><p>• Use automation and visualization tools such as Alteryx and Tableau to streamline processes, improve reporting, and strengthen decision support.</p><p>• Identify process improvement opportunities, shorten reporting cycles, and implement more efficient approaches to tax forecasting and analysis.</p>
  • 2026-10-06T00:00:00Z
Bookkeeper
  • Providence, RI
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 20.9 - 24.2 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support day-to-day accounting operations for a Contract position based in Providence, Rhode Island. This role is ideal for someone who can manage a high volume of financial transactions, maintain accurate records, and work confidently across core bookkeeping functions. The successful candidate will contribute to payables processing, ledger maintenance, and routine financial reporting while adapting quickly to accounting systems and shifting monthly priorities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process a large weekly volume of vendor invoices and ensure payments are issued accurately and on schedule.<br>• Maintain supplier records, keep tax documentation organized, and support annual 1099 preparation activities.<br>• Reconcile and manage corporate card and American Express transactions with proper coding and documentation.<br>• Assist with month-end accounting activities, including increased payment workloads and timely close support.<br>• Prepare monthly financial statements and help keep accounting records complete and audit-ready.<br>• Post journal entries and perform account reclassifications within the general ledger as needed.<br>• Support accounts receivable and other routine bookkeeping tasks to help maintain smooth financial operations.<br>• Work within accounting platforms such as Financial Edge and quickly learn system workflows and reporting tools.
  • 2026-10-14T00:00:00Z