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Excise Tax Jobs in Massachusetts (NOW HIRING)

Senior Director, Tax

Boston, MA · On-site

$128K - $222K/yr

Oversee fund tax reporting, distribution calculations, excise tax planning, corporate actions, and complex book-to-tax treatments. * Monitor tax law changes, assess business impacts, and implement ...

Senior Director, Tax

Boston, MA · Hybrid

$128K - $222K/yr

Oversee fund tax reporting, distribution calculations, excise tax planning, corporate actions, and complex book-to-tax treatments. * Monitor tax law changes, assess business impacts, and implement ...

Our specific services include state income and franchise tax, indirect tax, business restructuring, credits and incentives, sales and use tax outsourcing, excise tax, property tax, state strategic ...

Review of tax provision and distribution work papers for Regulated Investment Companies (RIC) including (but not limited to) the following: review Regulated Investment Company fiscal and excise tax ...

Senior Associate, Mutual Fund Tax

Boston, MA · On-site

$88K - $109K/yr

Review of tax provision and distribution work papers for Regulated Investment Companies (RIC) including (but not limited to) the following: review Regulated Investment Company fiscal and excise tax ...

RIC Tax, Tax provisions, Excise tax, 1120 RIC Tax return experience is strongly preferred * Experience with product development and agile framework and ceremonies At BNY, our culture speaks for ...

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How much do excise tax jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for excise tax in Massachusetts is $75,553.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $63,300.00 and $84,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an excise tax professional do?

An Excise Tax professional specializes in managing and ensuring compliance with excise tax regulations, which are taxes imposed on specific goods, services, or activities. They handle tax calculations, filings, audits, and reporting for businesses subject to excise taxes. Their role often involves staying updated with tax laws, advising companies on tax strategies, and ensuring accurate tax payments to avoid penalties. They may work in industries such as alcohol, tobacco, fuel, and manufacturing, where excise taxes are commonly applied.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the excise tax position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Excise Tax professional, you need a strong understanding of tax law, accounting principles, and compliance, often supported by a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. Experience with tax software, ERP systems like SAP or Oracle, and relevant certifications such as CPA or CMI are highly beneficial. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication are standout soft skills in this role. Mastery of these skills ensures accurate tax filings, minimizes legal risks, and supports seamless collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

What are the most commonly searched types of Excise Tax jobs in Massachusetts?

The most popular types of Excise Tax jobs in Massachusetts are:

What job categories do people searching Excise Tax jobs in Massachusetts look for?

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Infographic showing various Excise Tax job openings in Massachusetts as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $75,553 per year, or $36.3 per hour.

Tax Consultant II, Indirect Tax - Transaction Tax

Deloitte

Boston, MA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago


Deloitte rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 93 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

48th of 154 rated financial services


Job description

Are you a strategic and creative Indirect Tax professional who likes solving complex state and local indirect tax issues within sales & use and excise tax? Are you ready to make a greater impact on organizations by combining tax consulting solutions and innovative technology that align the tax function with business objectives? If so, join our team!

Recruiting for this role ends on May 31, 2027.

What you'll do

As an Transaction Tax Consultant within the Indirect Tax group, you will be a valuable member on tax engagements and provide state and local indirect tax planning, consulting, and compliance services to a diverse client base in various industry sectors. You will continue to grow your technical knowledge in state and local indirect taxation by working on large complex tax projects, have access to exceptional resources, and continue to develop your supervisory/leadership skills. Responsibilities will include:

Responsibilities include

  • Researching state and local indirect tax legislation and assisting with drafting client responses and memos.
  • Identifying opportunities to improve operational efficiency and streamline work flow.
  • Assisting with various state and local indirect tax consulting projects including sales & use and excise tax overpayment reviews, tax implications of sales and purchase transactions, audit defense services, nexus planning, and voluntary disclosures.
  • Assisting with engagement workflow management and supervising tax consultants and interns on assigned engagements.
  • Assisting with preparation of client billings and account reconciliations.
  • Assisting with drafting new proposals for new and existing clients.
  • Coordinating with in-house tax preparation team within Deloitte and with the clients' tax department.
  • Performing a detailed technical review of state and local indirect tax returns on select engagements

The Team

Deloitte's Indirect Tax group is the largest practice in the United States with more than 1,000 professionals nationwide. Our Transaction Tax professionals include former state tax auditors and administrators, industry personnel, tax practitioners, accounting specialists, and technology personnel with numerous years of multistate tax experience. Collectively, our team has significant experience with the requirements and nuances of jurisdictions in all 50 states. Our specific services include state income and franchise tax, indirect tax, business restructuring, credits and incentives, sales and use tax outsourcing, excise tax, property tax, state strategic tax review, and state tax controversy.

Qualifications

Required

  • Ability to perform job responsibilities within a hybrid work model that requires US Tax professionals to co-locate in person 2-3 days per week
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or other related field
  • 1+ years' experience in state and local indirect tax (sales & use and excise tax)
  • Preparation and review experience of state and local indirect tax returns
  • Limited immigration sponsorship may be available
  • Ability to travel up to 10%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve
  • One of the following active accreditations obtained, in process, or willing and able to obtain:
    • Licensed CPA in state of practice/primary office if eligible to sit for the CPA
    • If not CPA eligible:
      • Licensed attorney
      • Enrolled Agent
      • CMI (Certified Member of the Institute for Professionals in Taxation Vertex)

Preferred

  • Advanced degree such as Masters of Tax or JD and/or LLM
  • Previous Big 4 or large CPA firm experience
  • Demonstrated experience with state and local indirect tax planning, tax research, and tax analysis
  • Excellent research and writing skills
  • Excellent presentation and communication skills
  • Supervisory experience

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $58,725 to $120,000.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

Qualifications:

Are you a strategic and creative Indirect Tax professional who likes solving complex state and local indirect tax issues within sales & use and excise tax? Are you ready to make a greater impact on organizations by combining tax consulting solutions and innovative technology that align the tax function with business objectives? If so, join our team!

Recruiting for this role ends on May 31, 2027.

What you'll do

As an Transaction Tax Consultant within the Indirect Tax group, you will be a valuable member on tax engagements and provide state and local indirect tax planning, consulting, and compliance services to a diverse client base in various industry sectors. You will continue to grow your technical knowledge in state and local indirect taxation by working on large complex tax projects, have access to exceptional resources, and continue to develop your supervisory/leadership skills. Responsibilities will include:

Responsibilities include

  • Researching state and local indirect tax legislation and assisting with drafting client responses and memos.
  • Identifying opportunities to improve operational efficiency and streamline work flow.
  • Assisting with various state and local indirect tax consulting projects including sales & use and excise tax overpayment reviews, tax implications of sales and purchase transactions, audit defense services, nexus planning, and voluntary disclosures.
  • Assisting with engagement workflow management and supervising tax consultants and interns on assigned engagements.
  • Assisting with preparation of client billings and account reconciliations.
  • Assisting with drafting new proposals for new and existing clients.
  • Coordinating with in-house tax preparation team within Deloitte and with the clients' tax department.
  • Performing a detailed technical review of state and local indirect tax returns on select engagements

The Team

Deloitte's Indirect Tax group is the largest practice in the United States with more than 1,000 professionals nationwide. Our Transaction Tax professionals include former state tax auditors and administrators, industry personnel, tax practitioners, accounting specialists, and technology personnel with numerous years of multistate tax experience. Collectively, our team has significant experience with the requirements and nuances of jurisdictions in all 50 states. Our specific services include state income and franchise tax, indirect tax, business restructuring, credits and incentives, sales and use tax outsourcing, excise tax, property tax, state strategic tax review, and state tax controversy.

Qualifications

Required

  • Ability to perform job responsibilities within a hybrid work model that requires US Tax professionals to co-locate in person 2-3 days per week
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or other related field
  • 1+ years' experience in state and local indirect tax (sales & use and excise tax)
  • Preparation and review experience of state and local indirect tax returns
  • Limited immigration sponsorship may be available
  • Ability to travel up to 10%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve
  • One of the following active accreditations obtained, in process, or willing and able to obtain:
    • Licensed CPA in state of practice/primary office if eligible to sit for the CPA
    • If not CPA eligible:
      • Licensed attorney
      • Enrolled Agent
      • CMI (Certified Member of the Institute for Professionals in Taxation Vertex)

Preferred

  • Advanced degree such as Masters of Tax or JD and/or LLM
  • Previous Big 4 or large CPA firm experience
  • Demonstrated experience with state and local indirect tax planning, tax research, and tax analysis
  • Excellent research and writing skills
  • Excellent presentation and communication skills
  • Supervisory experience

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $58,725 to $120,000.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

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