Tax Supervisor - Fox Tax

Tax Supervisor - Fox Tax

Hybrid Fox - Minneapolis, MN

Overview

Salary Range $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 Salary/year

Description

Fox Tax is a Minneapolis-based CPA firm founded in 2004, focused on supporting clients in the art and entertainment industry. The firm was built to serve creatives and independent professionals, helping artists, musicians, and small creative businesses navigate complex tax situations and build sustainable careers.

Our client base includes a wide range of creative professionals across the country, many with multiple income streams and nontraditional financial needs. Our team combines strong technical expertise with a practical, approachable style, creating a collaborative and client-focused environment.

As part of Archer Lewis, our team has access to expanded resources and a broader network, while maintaining the close-knit and creative culture that defines how we work.

What You'll Do

As a Tax Supervisor, you will oversee the day-to-day workflow and client-facing activities of the tax compliance team. You will be responsible for reviewing complex tax returns; primarily individual returns, along with S Corporation and Partnership engagements; ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable regulations.

In this role, you will manage relationships with assigned clients, serving as a primary point of contact and trusted advisor. You will also take on a return-signing responsibility, bringing strong technical expertise in tax law, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to effectively manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment. This is an opportunity to step into a leadership role with meaningful client interaction and impact.

Tax Compliance & Client Advisory

• Perform final preparation and review of complex federal, state, and local tax returns (individual, corporate, S corporation, and partnership), ensuring accuracy and compliance with tax laws and firm standards.
• Communicate tax results, implications, and planning strategies clearly and effectively with clients.

Workflow Management

• Manage workflow across assigned tax engagements, ensuring deadlines are met and deliverables are completed efficiently, particularly during peak seasons.
• Coordinate resources and prioritize tasks to support timely and high-quality client service.

Technical Expertise & Research

• Serve as a technical resource on complex tax matters.
• Conduct and oversee tax research, documenting conclusions and recommendations for internal and client-facing use.

Team Leadership & Development

• Supervise, mentor, and develop staff and senior accountants, providing guidance, feedback, and support for professional growth.
• Promote adherence to firm standards, best practices, and quality expectations.

Accounting for Income Taxes (ASC 740)

• Oversee quarterly and annual tax provision calculations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and related disclosures.

Process Improvement & Operational Impact

• Identify and implement opportunities to improve tax processes, workflows, and technology utilization.
• Support operational efficiency initiatives and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.

What You'll Bring

• Education: A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required. A CPA certification is preferred or in progress/actively pursuing or Enrolled Agent status required.
• A Master's in Taxation (Mtax) is a plus.
• Experience: A minimum of 4-6 years of progressive tax accounting experience, with at least 1-2 years in a supervisory, senior, or team lead capacity. Must have managed client engagements and signed tax returns in the past.
• Technical Skills: Strong proficiency with tax preparation software (e.g., Drake, CCH Axcess, UltraTax, GoSystem) and tax research platforms. Advanced Excel skills are essential.

Soft Skills:

• Leadership: Proven ability to lead, delegate tasks, and provide effective guidance to junior staff.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving: Superior analytical ability and critical-thinking skills to interpret complex tax codes and resolve challenging tax scenarios.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for managing a team and interacting with managers, clients, or tax authorities.

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (Coverage begins on the first of the month following your start date.)
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) Matching Program
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
• Pet Insurance
• Unlimited Flexible Time Off
• 7 Company?Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Base salary of $100,000-$120,000 plus discretionary bonus (exact base salary amount will be dependent on experience)

Archer Lewis Story

Archer Lewis is a national accounting and advisory firm established in 2024 from local practice mergers, leveraging over 70 years of legacy. With 40 offices and over 450 professionals, we serve 150,000+ businesses. Our approach blends small-firm relationships with national capabilities in bookkeeping, tax, advisory, and growth planning. We adapt to client preferences for in-person or online interactions, ensuring they connect with professionals who understand their specific needs

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Archer Lewis is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, ancestry, age (over 40), physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer-related), gender identity or expression, genetic information including sickle cell or hemoglobin C trait, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local law.

You are a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident or possess other unrestricted U.S. work authorization and will not require sponsorship for U.S. work authorization now or anytime in the future.