Senior Tax Associate

Senior Tax Associate / Tax SupervisorTimonium / Lutherville, MD$90,000 – $120,000You might not be actively looking.Most good people aren’t.But sometimes a role comes along that quietly fixes the things you’ve stopped talking about out loud.The hours that gradually became normal.The constant pressure during busy season.The “flexibility” that somehow still means being permanently available.This firm built something different.Not flashy. Not performative.Just a genuinely sustainable public accounting environment where people tend to stay because the setup actually works.Why this role stands outThis is a well established CPA firm that’s been around for nearly 80 years.That longevity shows up in how they operate.The culture feels calm. Structured. Mature.There’s no chaos disguised as ambition. No constant micromanagement. No obsession with face time.Instead, the leadership team trusts experienced professionals to manage their workload properly and get good work out the door without unnecessary pressure layered on top.That changes the feel of the job massively.What your week actually looks likeLet’s start with the part most firms dance around.The hours.Busy season generally averages around 55–60 hoursReduced summer hours for two months each yearNo mandatory office scheduleMost people naturally choose around two days in office because they actually enjoy the team environmentThat balance isn’t accidental.It’s intentional.The firm knows good people don’t stay long term in environments where exhaustion becomes the expectation.The role itselfThey’re looking for someone operating at Senior or Supervisor level who’s comfortable stepping into a broader client facing role.You’ll be heavily involved in:Pass through taxationPartnerships and S CorpsManaging client relationshipsReviewing and coordinating workHelping keep projects moving efficiently across engagementsThe client base sits heavily within:Real estateConstructionManufacturingProfessional servicesWhich creates strong variety without feeling completely scattered.The environmentThis is a smaller, collaborative team where people genuinely know each other.Around 35 people total.That means:Your work gets noticedYour voice carries weightLeadership remains accessibleProgression feels visible rather than politicalThe atmosphere is much more relationship driven than corporate.People help each other because the culture was built that way over decades, not because somebody introduced a new “team initiative” last quarter.The benefitsSome firms offer perks.This place offers things that genuinely improve your life.100% individual healthcare premiums covered3 weeks PTO from day one, growing up to 5 weeksFloating holidays including the day after April 15CPA and tuition reimbursementReduced hours during summer monthsAnd importantly, people are actually encouraged to use the flexibility available to them.That’s the difference between policy and culture.The long term opportunityThis role isn’t just about handling returns and moving on.The firm wants people who build long term careers there.Which means if you’re someone who enjoys:Developing client relationshipsBecoming more involved in advisory conversationsMentoring junior staffGradually stepping into leadershipThere’s room here to grow into that naturally over time.Especially because the structure is small enough that good people become visible quickly.Who this suitsYou’ll probably enjoy this if:You’re tired of public accounting feeling constantly reactiveYou value flexibility and autonomyYou enjoy relationship driven client workYou want strong benefits without sacrificing career growthYou prefer stable, collaborative environments over high pressure culturesThis role feels ideal for someone who still enjoys tax, but wants it to fit into a sustainable life long term.What they’re looking forAround 4–5 years of public accounting tax experienceStrong exposure to pass through taxationExperience with partnerships and S CorpsCPA or actively pursuing itSomeone organised, collaborative, and confident managing client relationshipsNot ready with a resume? Or want a bit more information before applying? That’s fine. Apply the old-fashioned way, or simply reach out to me on LinkedIn or through the Distinct Recruitment website. I’ll happily talk you through the role, the firm, and where it could take you before you make any commitments.I’m Abigail Stephen, Recruiter at Distinct. I don’t just look at job specs; I look at people, and where they’ll thrive. It’s not about filling gaps. It’s about finding a fit that lasts.Outside of work, balance for me is Pilates to reset, travel to explore, and skiing to recharge. Because the truth is, you don’t slog through hours for the love of a spreadsheet. You do it for the freedom it buys you. Same principle here.