Tax Partner

Kram, McCarthy, Ayers & Frost, LLC; Chester (MD); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Kram, McCarthy, Ayers & Frost, LLC, a boutique accounting, tax, and advisory firm near Annapolis on Maryland's Eastern Shore, seeks a seasoned tax professional to join our leadership team as an incoming partner. This role is part of a thoughtful succession plan for a retiring senior partner.

You will assume responsibility for an established book of business, delivering high-level tax planning and advisory services, mentoring our growing team, and shaping the firm's future with a hands-on,

Qualifications

• Active CPA license required.
• Strong experience with pass-through taxation (partnerships and S corporations).
• Background in federal, multi-state, individual, and partnership tax matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide tax planning, compliance, and advisory services to individuals, partnerships, and family-owned enterprises.
• Serve as primary advisor for complex individual and pass-through entity needs.
• Take over and grow an existing book of business during partner transition.
• Mentor and develop staff in a small-team environment.
• Collaborate with partners to maintain a collegial, one-firm culture and contribute to business development.

Skills

Pass-through taxation

Tax planning

Client relationships

Leadership

Mentoring staff

Communication

Education

CPA license

Job description

We are a boutique accounting, tax, and advisory firm located just outside of Annapolis on Maryland's Eastern Shore, seeking a seasoned tax professional to join our leadership team as an incoming partner. This role is part of a thoughtful succession plan for a senior partner who is retiring.

You will assume responsibility for an established book of business and play a key role in shaping the firm's future - delivering high-level tax planning and advisory services, strengthening long-term client relationships, and mentoring our growing team. This is an opportunity for a hands-on professional who values quality work, trusted advisor relationships, and a collaborative firm culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tax planning, compliance, and advisory services to individuals, closely held businesses, partnerships, and family-owned enterprises.
• Serve as the primary advisor for clients with complex individual (Form 1040) and pass-through entity (partnership and S corporation) needs.
• Take over and responsibly grow an existing book of business, maintaining continuity and trusted relationships during the partner transition.
• Work directly with clients year-round, focusing on long-term planning, proactive advice, and practical solutions - not just compliance.
• Lead, mentor, and develop staff, including reviewing work, providing technical guidance, and supporting professional growth in a small-team environment.
• Assist with day-to-day operations including software installations, monitoring contract workers, project tracking, and staff utilization.
• Contribute to business development through referrals, networking, and expanding services with existing clients - without a "sales-first" mentality.
• Collaborate closely with fellow partners and team members, contributing to a collegial, one-firm mindset where everyone's success matters.

What We're Looking For

• Active CPA license required.
• Strong experience with pass-through taxation (partnerships and S corporations) and complex individual tax compliance and planning.
• Background in federal, multi-state, individual, and partnership tax matters.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships with professionalism, responsiveness, and sound judgment.
• Experience mentoring staff and providing hands-on leadership in a smaller firm setting.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex tax matters clearly to clients and team members.
• Organized, analytical, and solutions-oriented, with a genuine interest in growing into a long-term leadership role.