Individual Tax Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

Smoker & Company LLC

Smoker & Company LLC is a locally owned and operated professional services firm built on trusted relationships, practical solutions, and a commitment to helping clients succeed. Through our Family of Companies, we support businesses and individuals with a wide range of services, including accounting, tax, payroll, bookkeeping, consulting, wealth management, and property management. For over 40 years, our team has served clients throughout Lancaster, Berks, Chester, and surrounding counties with the expertise, care, and responsiveness they deserve. We are proud to offer a workplace where talented professionals can grow, collaborate, and make a meaningful difference for the clients and communities we serve.

Position Overview

Smoker & Company LLC is seeking an experienced and highly organized Individual Tax Supervisor to lead the day-to-day operations of the individual tax team in our Lititz, PA office. This role is responsible for supervising workflow, reviewing individual income tax returns, mentoring interns and seasonal staff, supporting client service, and helping the department meet quality, productivity, and deadline goals. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented tax professional who combines strong technical knowledge with leadership, communication, and process-improvement skills..

Requirements

Required

• Minimum of 3 years of public accounting experience.
• Minimum of 1 year of management, supervisory, or team-lead experience.
• Strong working knowledge of individual income tax preparation, review, compliance, and related tax research.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced tax season environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• CPA license or Enrolled Agent credential.
• Experience supervising interns, seasonal staff, or tax preparers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and tax preparation or workflow management software.

Desired Skills and Attributes

• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop team members.
• Professionalism, integrity, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Collaborative approach with the ability to work effectively across teams.
• Proactive mindset focused on continuous improvement and department growth.

Key ResponsibilitiesTax Review, Compliance, and Planning

• Review individual income tax returns, including Forms 1040, and related schedules, for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with federal, state, and local tax requirements.
• Research and resolve complex individual tax issues, including notices, audits, missing information, and compliance matters.
• Review estimated tax calculations, projections, and supporting documentation.
• Identify tax-saving opportunities and planning strategies for individual taxpayers.
• Stay current on tax law changes and communicate relevant updates to staff and clients.

Workflow and Team Management

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the individual tax team and monitor work progress throughout the tax season.
• Assign, distribute, and rebalance work to promote efficiency, productivity, and timely completion of returns.
• Maintain accurate work lists and ensure projects continue moving through the workflow pipeline.
• Coordinate with managers, partners, and upper management regarding client issues, deadlines, and project status.
• Recommend and implement workflow improvements, quality-control procedures, and process enhancements.

Staff Supervision, Training, and Development

• Supervise, mentor, and train tax preparers, staff accountants, interns, seasonal team members, and senior tax associates.
• Provide technical guidance, coaching, and ongoing feedback to team members.
• Conduct group training at the start of tax season and provide one-on-one training as needs arise.
• Assist with onboarding new team members and maintaining training procedures.
• Review and update training materials annually to support consistency and continuous improvement.

Recruiting and Department Growth

• Participate in recruiting efforts, including interviews and job fairs, to identify strong interns and seasonal tax team members.
• Identify high-performing interns who may be candidates for full-time employment.
• Collaborate with HR and management on potential hiring recommendations and candidate presentations.
• Support department growth by developing strategies that improve workflow, training, reviews, and team performance.

Client Service and Communication

• Serve as a trusted point of contact for individual tax clients, as appropriate.
• Communicate filing requirements, deadlines, tax notices, and planning opportunities clearly and professionally.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through responsive, accurate, and courteous service.
• Maintain confidentiality of client financial information and uphold firm standards for professionalism and integrity.

Why Join Us

This is an opportunity to play an important leadership role in the continued growth and success of the individual tax department. The Individual Tax Supervisor will directly impact team production, client service, training consistency, workflow efficiency, and the development of future talent within Smoker & Company LLC.

Compensation and Benefits

Smoker & Company LLC offers a competitive compensation package for this role, including a salary range of $100,000–$125,000, with bonus potential based on individual and company performance.

• Competitive salary with bonus potential.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Retirement plan options.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment with opportunities for growth.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their resume for consideration. Smoker & Company LLC is committed to providing a professional, respectful, and team-oriented work environment.

Candidates are required to successfully pass a pre-employment background check. Smoker & Company LLC is a business unit of the Smoker & Company Family of Companies. We are an equal employment opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.