At The Swanson Group, we're not your average accounting firm. We're a collaborative crew of CPAs and tax planners who genuinely enjoy solving tax puzzles. To us, every tax return is a challenge worth masteringand we find joy in untangling last year's messes, strengthening small businesses, and uncovering tax savings along the way.
As Westbrook's largest full-service tax, accounting, and consulting firm, we're proud to be a Next Generation Accounting Firm. That means we focus on relationships over transactions, strategic guidance over cookie-cutter forms. We offer forward-thinking counsel to help small businesses grow, while also delivering excellent traditional tax prep services.
Led by a self-made, female entrepreneur, our team blends decades of expertise with fresh perspectives. We're casual, collaborative, and serious about delivering top-tier servicewithout sacrificing fun or flexibility.
We're searching for an ambitious and growth-minded Tax Director to step into a high-impact leadership role with a clear path to partnership. If you're someone who thrives on solving complex problems, enjoys client interaction, and wants to help shape the future of a firmthis is your chance.
You'll join a culture that respects your time and encourages your development, with unmatched flexibility, meaningful work, and a team you'll actually enjoy working with.
You'll be a strong fit for this role if you:
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Have at least 10 years of experience preparing and reviewing tax returns across a wide range of entitiesindividual, corporate, partnership, estate/trust, and nonprofit.
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Have experience supervising and mentoring staff.
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Stay current on evolving tax laws and enjoy educating others.
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Excel in a collaborative, team-driven environment.
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Build and maintain strong client relationships.
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Are excited to live and work in beautiful coastal Maine, just minutes from the vibrant foodie scene of Portland. (Our newly renovated, dog-friendly office sits on Main Street in Westbrook, across from the Presumpscot River!)
We believe your compensation should grow with your impactand we back it up:
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40% of billables paid directly to you. Manage a $500K book of business? You're earning $200K.
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No cap on earning potential: Top performers can make $300K+without sacrificing your life to busy season.
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No need to bring in new businesswe have plenty of work and will match it to your interest and capacity.
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Start with ~$300K in client work with room to grow.
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Unlimited PTO and make-your-own-schedule flexibility
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No overtime, even during tax season
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401(k) with 3% match
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Health and dental insurance
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Short- and long-term disability coverage
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Group life insurance
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Ongoing training and professional development
If you love the idea of turning tax puzzles into solutionsand want a role that respects both your talent and your timewe'd love to meet you.
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Apply now and come grow with us.
