Tax Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

Our 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 600+ professionals, we serve 65,000+ clients. 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.

Your Future Team

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

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• CPA certification preferred; candidates actively pursuing their CPA designation will also be considered.
• Enrolled Agent (EA) status required.
• Master of Taxation (MTax) degree is a plus.
• 4-6 years of progressive tax accounting experience required.
• 1-2 years of experience in a senior, supervisory, or team lead capacity required.
• Proven experience managing client engagements from planning through completion.
• Prior experience reviewing and signing tax returns required.
• Strong proficiency with tax preparation software, including Drake, CCH Axcess, UltraTax, GoSystem, or similar platforms.
• Experience utilizing tax research tools and resources to support client engagements and compliance activities.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required, including the ability to analyze and interpret complex tax and financial data.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and client service skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

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) 
• Eligible for an annual performance-based bonus of up to 5% of base salary, based on individual and company performance.

Compensation Range

$100,000—$120,000 USD

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Equal Employment Opportunity: Archer Lewis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Work Authorization Requirement: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship unless otherwise stated in the job posting.