Tax Senior Associate

Frazier & Deeter; Canton (MA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Frazier & Deeter in Massachusetts is seeking a Tax Senior Associate to support our tax department with preparation, planning, and client interactions. You will work with experienced professionals on tax returns, research, and advisory services, helping clients minimize tax liability while staying compliant.

The role includes mentoring junior staff, collaborating with colleagues on stock option planning, international tax matters, and assignments related to investments, mergers, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Taxation.
• CPA license or actively pursuing licensure.
• 2–6 years of progressive public accounting tax experience.
• Expertise in the preparation of individual, partnership, corporate, trust, and tax-exempt organization tax returns.
• Ability to supervise, review, train and develop staff accountants

Responsibilities

• Mentor tax associates and develop staff.
• Prepare and review tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, trusts.
• Respond to inquiries from tax authorities and communicate with IRS personnel.
• Participate in client meetings and presentations, communicating tax concepts clearly.
• Assist in administrative tasks and maintaining client files.
• Demonstrate strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Exhibit exceptional verbal and written communication.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Mentoring staff

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Taxation

Master’s degree in Accounting or Taxation

CPA license or in progress

Job description

Join Frazier & Deeter and be a part of a rapidly growing Top 50 accounting & advisory firm that has been repeatedly named a Best Firm to Work For, a Best Firm for Women and a Pacesetter firm among U.S. accounting firms. With several officesacross the U.S., UK, and India, there is a spot for you!

We serve clients of all sizes across the United States and the globe, with a suite of services that grow every year. Our growth mindset and entrepreneurial environment translates into variety and opportunity for our people.

At Frazier & Deeter, we’re committed to training, mentoring, and developing our staff members. With our emphasis on Investing in Relationships to Make a Difference and a Firmwide Focus on Inclusion, we help each other grow in every aspect of life.

Job Summary:

As a Tax Senior Associate, you will play an integral role in our tax department, supporting a variety of tax-related activities to help clients remain compliant and optimize their tax positions. You’ll work closely with experienced professionals on tax preparation, research, planning, and client interactions.

When working with clients, your goal is to help them minimize tax liability while staying compliant with ever-changing tax laws and regulations. In addition to providing tax consulting and compliance services, you’ll have the opportunity to support initiatives such as stock option planning and international tax matters. You’ll also assist clients in understanding the tax implications of investments, mergers and acquisitions, reorganizations, and liquidations, while collaborating with a team that delivers practical, strategic guidance.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Mentor tax associates, providing guidance on complex tax issues and helping to develop their skills
• Prepare, review, and provide analysis of tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts, and other entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant tax laws and regulations
• Assist in responding to inquiries and correspondence from tax authorities, including drafting letters and supporting documentation and communicating with IRS personnel
• Participate in client meetings and presentations, demonstrating strong communication skills and the ability to articulate tax-related concepts clearly and effectively
• Support the tax department in various administrative tasks, including organizing and maintaining client files and documentation
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret complex tax laws and regulations
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and efficiency
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Education & Experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree and/or Master’s degree in Accounting or Taxation.
• Licensed CPA or actively working towards license.
• 2-6 years of progressive public accounting tax experience.
• Expertise in the preparation of individual, partnership, corporate, trust, and tax-exempt organization tax returns.
• Ability to supervise, review, train and develop staff accountants

- hybrid

Salary Range

Salary Range: $80,000 USD - $100,000 USD