Tax Supervisor

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. 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. 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. Serve as a technical resource on complex tax matters. Conduct and oversee tax research, documenting conclusions and recommendations for internal and client-facing use. 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. Oversee quarterly and annual tax provision calculations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and related disclosures. Identify and implement opportunities to improve tax processes, workflows, and technology utilization. Requirements 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. 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. Strong proficiency with tax preparation software (e.g., Drake, CCH Axcess, UltraTax, GoSystem) and tax research platforms. Advanced Excel skills are essential. Proven ability to lead, delegate tasks, and provide effective guidance to junior staff. Superior analytical ability and critical-thinking skills to interpret complex tax codes and resolve challenging tax scenarios. Excellent written and verbal communication skills for managing a team and interacting with managers, clients, or tax authorities. Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in tax compliance and preparation, with a strong focus on managing client relationships and ensuring adherence to tax laws and regulations. Proven ability to lead and mentor a team while delivering high-quality service in a fast-paced environment. Highest-signal resume keywords Tax Compliance Management Client Engagement Management Tax Preparation Software Proficiency CPA Certification or Enrolled Agent Status Team Leadership and Development ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Tax Return Preparation Tax Research Federal Tax Compliance State Tax Compliance Local Tax Compliance Analytical Skills Critical Thinking Advanced Excel Skills Workflow Management Tax Provision Calculations Soft Skills Interpersonal Skills Communication Skills Mentoring Delegation Problem-Solving Certifications & Qualifications CPA Certification Enrolled Agent Status Master's in Taxation (Mtax) Industry Keywords Tax Compliance Tax Law Client Service Tax Codes Tax Processes Tools & Technologies Drake CCH Axcess UltraTax GoSystem Tax Research Platforms #J-18808-Ljbffr