Job Description
Position Type: Full-time
Reports To: Vice President/Tax Manager
Salary Range: $85,000 – $105,000 annual, depending on experience
About the Company
Lavallee & Company, a respected and family-rooted CPA firm based in Vermont, has been delivering trusted tax and accounting services since 1999. The firm supports a close-knit team of CPAs, full-time staff, and seasonal interns. Lavallee & Company is a family-first workplace that embraces work-life balance, while fostering a professional, supportive, and collaborative environment.
Looking toward the future, this role presents a unique opportunity for long-term growth and potential ownership for the right candidate.
Role Overview
The Source and Recruit Company has been exclusively retained to assist Lavallee & Company in its search for a Senior Tax Accountant to join its team. This individual will play a pivotal role in preparing and reviewing a variety of tax returns, managing client relationships, mentoring staff, and contributing to the overall leadership of the firm.
This position requires a CPA with strong public accounting experience and a proactive, client-first approach. It’s ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative, small-firm environment and who is looking for a long-term career path with ownership potential.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and review individual, partnership, corporate, and trust/estate tax returns
- Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff, promoting professional development
- Manage existing client relationships and contribute to business development efforts
- Provide accounting support and client onboarding via QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online
- Assist with tax planning strategies and ensure compliance with relevant tax laws and regulations
Qualifications
- CPA license required
- 3+ years of public accounting experience with a focus on tax preparation and review
- Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with both clients and colleagues
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
- Experience with QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online
- Familiarity with UltraTax software is a plus but not required
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range of $85,000 – $105,000 based on experience
- 401(k) with safe harbor match
- Health insurance coverage
- 3 weeks of paid time off to start
- Flexible schedule and partial remote work options
- Supportive work environment with long-term team stability
- Future ownership opportunity for the right candidate
How to Apply
The Source and Recruit Company has been retained to lead the search for this opportunity. All candidate inquiries and submissions will be handled with strict confidence.
Those who are looking to join a firm where people come first and the door to future leadership is open are encouraged to apply. Lavallee & Company is more than a workplace – it’s a team that values professionalism, integrity, and lasting relationships.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Lavallee & Company and The Source and Recruit Company are equal opportunity employers. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to fostering a workplace that celebrates diversity and inclusion.