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The RoleThis is a manager-track position where you'll lead our tax team, oversee complex returns across multiple entity types, and directly shape how we serve our growing client base. We need someone who can hit the ground running with real supervisory chops and a hunger to grow into a full manager role as we expand. You'll spend your first six months fully onsite to get your feet under you, then transition to hybrid.
Job DutiesLead tax return preparation and review across individual, corporate, partnership, trust, and non-profit entitiesOversee tax compliance processes and ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulationsManage tax audits and coordinate with regulatory agenciesAdvise clients on income tax strategy and tax planning initiativesMentor staff to ensure timely, accurate tax return completionWhat You NeedBachelor's Degree in Accounting (or Master's in Accounting/Taxation)CPA or EA preferred5+ years of experience in public accountingExpertise in flow-through entities (Partnerships, S-Corps) and individual taxationProSystem fx Tax and MS ExcelBenefitsBase Salary + BonusFridays Off During Summer401(k) matchingHealth insurancePaid time offProfessional development assistanceVision insurance
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The McGruder Group, CPAs
Senior Tax Preparer - Fairfax, VA
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A Tax Preparer prepares tax returns for individuals or small businesses, with certification as required by the Internal Revenue Service. Provides knowledge and experience with tax law, accounting and software.
$31,102 / year median in Washington, D.C. (District of Columbia)
+29% projected growth
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Salary:
$100,000 - $150,000 per year +Annual BonusJob Type:
Full-Time inFairfax, VARequirements:
CPA or EA preferred, 5+ years public accounting experience, strong expertise in flow-through entities and tax planningAbout UsWe're an East Coast based CPA and Advisory firm with an aggressive growth trajectory, expanding our footprint. We focus on complex tax work for high-net-worth individuals, pass-through entities, and corporate clients, not routine compliance.The RoleThis is a manager-track position where you'll lead our tax team, oversee complex returns across multiple entity types, and directly shape how we serve our growing client base. We need someone who can hit the ground running with real supervisory chops and a hunger to grow into a full manager role as we expand. You'll spend your first six months fully onsite to get your feet under you, then transition to hybrid.
Job DutiesLead tax return preparation and review across individual, corporate, partnership, trust, and non-profit entitiesOversee tax compliance processes and ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulationsManage tax audits and coordinate with regulatory agenciesAdvise clients on income tax strategy and tax planning initiativesMentor staff to ensure timely, accurate tax return completionWhat You NeedBachelor's Degree in Accounting (or Master's in Accounting/Taxation)CPA or EA preferred5+ years of experience in public accountingExpertise in flow-through entities (Partnerships, S-Corps) and individual taxationProSystem fx Tax and MS ExcelBenefitsBase Salary + BonusFridays Off During Summer401(k) matchingHealth insurancePaid time offProfessional development assistanceVision insurance