Job Description
Springborn Staffing is partnering with a well-established boutique CPA firm in the Greater Portland area to hire a Senior Tax Accountant. This is an opportunity to join a close-knit team that provides personalized tax services to individuals and small businesses throughout Maine.
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Unlike many public accounting firms, our client emphasizes sustainable workloads, flexibility, and long-term employee retention. They value excellence and client service, but they don't believe success should come at the expense of work-life balance.
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If you're looking for a role where you can continue growing your tax expertise while working directly with clients and firm leadership, we'd love to connect.
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Compensation & Benefits
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- Pay: $70,000 - $80,000 annually, based on experience.
- Bonus Opportunity: Annual discretionary bonus.
- Retirement: 401(k) with a 3% employer match.
- Insurance: Health insurance benefits available.
- Paid Time Off: Two weeks of guaranteed paid vacation annually, plus bank overtime worked during tax season and use it as paid time off throughout the year.
- Work-Life Balance: No minimum billable hour requirements.
- Flexibility: Hybrid work schedule and additional flexibility outside of tax season.
- Professional Growth: Direct access to firm leadership and opportunities to expand technical tax expertise.
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Schedule
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- Full-time, permanent position.
- Monday through Friday, typically 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
- Hybrid work arrangement available.
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What We're Looking For
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- 3+ years of public accounting tax experience.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
- Experience preparing federal and state tax returns for individuals (small business experience is a plus)
- Strong understanding of tax compliance and tax research.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
- Proficiency with tax preparation software and Microsoft Office.
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Preferred Qualifications
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- CPA license or CPA candidate.
- Experience with CCH Axcess or similar tax software.
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Why This Opportunity Stands Out
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- Boutique CPA firm with an established reputation and loyal client base.
- Direct client interaction and meaningful advisory work.
- Greater variety and ownership than many larger firms.
- Leadership team that values quality work, flexibility, and employee well-being.
- Opportunity to build your career without sacrificing work-life balance.
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If you're an experienced tax professional looking to join a respected local CPA firm where your expertise is valued and your personal life is respected, we want to hear from you.