Director- Tax

DeWinter Group

Burlington (MA)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 170,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Burlington, MA, is seeking a Tax Director to manage client engagements across multiple industries. The ideal candidate will have a CPA, extensive tax experience, and strong leadership skills. Responsibilities include overseeing tax return preparation, ensuring compliance with tax regulations, and mentoring staff. Competitive salary range of $150,000 to $170,000 offered for this full-time position.

Qualifications

Active CPA license required.
10–15 years of progressive accounting experience, including 5 years in a leadership role.
Deep understanding of federal, state, and local tax laws.

Responsibilities

Oversee the preparation and review of complex tax returns.
Ensure compliance with all applicable tax regulations.
Deliver strategic tax planning and advisory services.

Skills

Management experience

Proficiency in tax preparation software

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Master’s Degree in Taxation

Tools

Lacerte

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Job Title

Director- Tax

Primary Employment

Perm

Requirements

CPA
7+ years experience managing a team within a small to medium sized CPA firm
Lacerte system skills, or similar tax preparation software experience
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Preferred

Hindi language skills are a plus (most clients are of Indian or southeast Asian decent)
Master’s Degree in Taxation

Job Description

We are seeking a seasoned Tax Director to lead a variety of client engagements across multiple industries. This position involves managing tax compliance processes, building and maintaining client relationships, mentoring team members, and contributing to the strategic direction of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the preparation and review of complex tax returns, including individual, corporate, partnership, nonprofit, and trust filings
Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local tax regulations
Deliver strategic tax planning and advisory services tailored to client needs
Supervise and mentor tax staff and junior accountants
Research and resolve intricate tax-related issues and questions
Collaborate with senior leadership on high-value engagements and initiatives
Contribute to business development efforts by identifying new opportunities and supporting proposal development
Maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients as a trusted advisor

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master’s in Taxation is a plus)
Active CPA license required
10–15 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership or managerial role
Deep understanding of federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations
Proficiency with tax preparation software (experience with Lacerte or comparable platforms preferred)
Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet critical deadlines

Employer Information

DeWinter Group and Maris Consulting is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We post pay scales which are based on our client pay ranges. DeWinter, Maris, and our clients have the right to modify the requirements of the role which can impact the pay ranges posted.

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