Staff Accountant Tax

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Full Time Boston, MA, US

Staff Accountant – (Tax) – January 2027
Launch your accounting career where learning meets impact!

AAFCPAs is an innovative and forward-thinking firm. We have enjoyed primarily organic growth with a laser focus on people, culture, and a profitable growth mindset. We have a supportive, entrepreneurial, and purposeful culture and plan to remain independent.

Our multidisciplinary team of 350+ professionals provide assurance, tax, outsourced accounting, business consulting, IT advisory, and wealth management services to nonprofits, commercial companies, wealthy individuals, and estates. In 2023, we celebrated
50 Years of Impact ), and our sincere approach to business and service excellence has attracted discerning clients along with the best and brightest CPAs and consulting professionals. AAFCPAs donates 10 percent of its net profits annually to nonprofit organizations. We have an active Inclusion and Belonging committee and a commitment and accountability to these efforts. We publish our Impact Report annually.

AAFCPAs is an independent member of Prime Global, the fourth largest CPA firm association in the world with 300+ member firms in 80+ countries. This provides our clients with seamless national and global coverage along with an advantageous pay-as-you-use model.

Just finished your degree and ready to put all that hard work into practice? As a
Staff Accountant on our Tax Team
, you’ll be helping real clients and grow your confidence one return at a time.

We know tax might sound serious (and it is), but it’s also dynamic, team-driven, and full of opportunities to learn, grow, and have fun while you do it.

• Work side-by-side with teammates to prepare tax returns for a variety of individuals and businesses.
• Analyze financial information and tax documents to identify issues, research tax questions, and connect the dots.
• Build your tax knowledge through hands-on experience, ongoing training, and mentorship from experienced tax professionals.
• Develop your technical skills using platforms such as Excel, CCH Axcess Tax, Engagement, and other tax software.
• Prepare accurate, high-quality work while meeting deadlines and following professional and industry standards.

• A Bachelor’s in Accounting (Master’s = bonus points).
• Strong communication skills (Writing and Speaking).
• Tech-savvy with tools such as Excel & Word.
• A curious, motivated learner who’s ready to roll up their sleeves.

• Learning never stops. We’ll coach, mentor, and challenge you (in a good way).
• Team environment. Collaboration, not competition—we win together.
• Room to grow. Each engagement brings new responsibilities and skills.
• Work that matters. Clients count on us to deliver high-quality results, and you’ll see the difference you make.

If you’re ready to start a dynamic career in public accounting, we want to meet you!

• Competitive Salary and Bonus Plan
• Flexible, Work from Anywhere Policy (Westborough, Boston, hybrid, or remote)
• Comprehensive Benefits Package (subsidized medical and dental, 401(k), life insurance and disability coverage)
• Generous and flexible PTO
• On-staff Leadership and Professional Development Coaching and Training
• Complimentary Consultations with AAF Wealth Management Wealth Advisors
• Abundant Learning and Development (CPE) Catalog and Resources
• Firm-sponsored Memberships (AICPA and State CPA Society)
• Peer-driven and Partner-nominated Awards
• Team Member Referral Incentives
• Tuition Reimbursement

The salary range for this position reflects a broad set of factors considered in compensation decisions, including—but not limited to—skills, experience, training, certifications, and overall business needs. The stated range has not been adjusted for geographic differentials that may…