Senior Tax Associate
gpacSpringfield (MA)
About the role
Tax Senior Associate – Growth-Focused Public Accounting RoleJoin a forward-thinking public accounting firm where your expertise is valued, your voice is heard, and your career can truly take off. Our nationally respected partner firms are actively seeking Tax Seniors who are ready to take the next step in their career — with flexibility, mentorship, and challenging work that makes an impact. We specialize in aligning top-tier accounting professionals with firms that offer clear paths to advancement, flexible hybrid work models, and a supportive team culture. We are currently urgently seeking a Senior Tax Associate in Springfield, MA for one of our top clients.
The Opportunity:
- A respected public accounting firm specializing in tax and advisory services for small to mid-market businesses seeking a leadership-ready tax professional. This position offers a clear partnership track for the right candidate who is looking to grow with the firm and make a meaningful impact.
- Comprehensive tax and advisory role with leadership responsibilities
- Focus on business returns and small business clients
- Work directly with Partners, Clients, and less-tenured staff
- Excellent work-life balance with flexible time and a respect for autonomy
- Competitive compensation plus comprehensive benefits
The Ideal Candidate:
3-5+ years of public accounting tax experience
Strong technical tax background
Experience with:
- Corporate taxation
- Partnership taxation
- Individual taxation
- High-net-worth individuals
- Estate & Trust taxation
- Multi-state taxation
- Experience managing client relationships
- Consulting or advisory experience is a plusCPA preferred (EA or CPA-track candidates also considered)
- Experience with UltraTax is a plus
- The Client Base:
- High-net-worth individuals
- PartnershipsTrusts & Estates
- Small and mid-sized privately held businesses
- Professional services
- Manufacturing & Distribution
- ConstructionReal Estate
- HospitalityApproximately 35 nonprofit organizations
- What Makes This Firm Different?
- Broad client exposure—not siloed into one industry
- Opportunity to participate in consulting and M&A engagements
- Significant client interaction and advisory responsibilities
- Self-managed environment with excellent autonomy
- Very little turnover
- Strong work-life balance40-hour work weeks outside of busy season
- Busy season managed through collaboration rather than rigid hour requirements
- Clear path for advancement
The Benefits:
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Twice-yearly bonuses (July & December)
- Health insurance
- Employer-paid Life Insurance
- Long-Term Disability 401(k)
- Flexible scheduling
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Tuition assistance
- Professional development opportunities
This opportunity is ideal for a tax professional looking to advance their career with greater autonomy and partnership potential in a supportive firm culture that values work-life balance.
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