Tax Supervisor - Public Accounting

CyberCoders; Wakefield (MA); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company matching

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision,

life & disability insurance

Generous PTO

Job summary

CyberCoders in Wakefield, MA seeks a Tax Supervisor to lead client engagements, mentor staff, and grow the book of business with a clear path to Manager. This role rewards technical tax depth and client relationship skills.

You’ll plan engagements, review returns, manage budgets, coach staff, and collaborate on advisory projects across a diverse client base, from public companies to closely held firms.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of public accounting experience with a significant tax focus.
• Active CPA license (required at hire).
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (BSBA or equivalent).
• ProSystem fx Tax, QuickBooks, and Microsoft Excel/Word proficiency.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and supervise tax engagements from kickoff through delivery, keeping projects on time and on budget.
• Review federal and state tax returns, workpapers, and research memos for technical accuracy and firm-standard quality.
• Serve as the day-to-day client contact for your assigned portfolio, managing expectations and turning issues into advisory opportunities.
• Own budget and production targets for your engagements, reporting progress to partners and flagging risks early.
• Coach and develop staff through hands-on review, real-time feedback, and milestone check-ins.
• Support consulting and special projects by bringing deep technical expertise across your core tax areas.
• Contribute to firm growth through relationship-building with clients ranging from publicly held corporations to closely held businesses

Skills

6+ years tax experience

CPA license

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

ProSystem fx Tax

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel/Word

Job description

Tax Supervisor - Public Accounting

A well-established Wakefield, MA accounting firm is hiring a Tax Supervisor to lead client engagements, mentor staff, and build your book of business - with a clear path to Manager and beyond. If you thrive on technical complexity and genuine client relationships, this is the seat for you.

What you'll do

• Plan, schedule, and supervise tax engagements from kickoff through delivery, keeping projects on time and on budget

• Review federal and state tax returns, workpapers, and research memos for technical accuracy and firm-standard quality

• Serve as the day-to-day client contact for your assigned portfolio, managing expectations and turning issues into advisory opportunities

• Own budget and production targets for your engagements, reporting progress to partners and flagging risks early

• Coach and develop staff through hands‑on review, real‑time feedback, and milestone check‑ins

• Support consulting and special projects by bringing deep technical expertise across your core tax areas

• Contribute to firm growth through relationship‑building with clients ranging from publicly held corporations to closely held businesses

What you need

• 6+ years of public accounting experience with a significant tax focus

• Active CPA license (required at hire)

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (BSBA or equivalent)

• Proficiency with ProSystem fx Tax, QuickBooks, and Microsoft Excel/Word

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously

Nice to have

• Experience supervising or mentoring staff in a public accounting environment

• Exposure to tax consulting, advisory, or special projects beyond compliance

• Familiarity with additional tax software platforms

Pay & benefits

• Salary: $105,000 - $125,000 per year (commensurate with experience)

• 401(k) with company matching

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

• Generous paid time off (PTO)

• Monthly team gatherings, end-of-tax-season celebration, annual holiday party, and summer outing

• Quarterly philanthropic initiatives including a scholarship foundation supporting local accounting students and an annual Kickball & Wiffleball Tournament

Location & schedule

• Location: Wakefield, MA (greater Boston area)

• Schedule: Hybrid schedule | Full-time

About & how to apply

This firm serves a diverse client base - from large publicly held corporations to closely held businesses - in a culture that invests in your growth and gives back to the community. Ready to take the next step?