Supervisor (Tax)

Hutchinson & Bloodgood Llp; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health benefits

Work-life balance

Mentoring program

Job summary

Hutchinson & Bloodgood Llp is seeking a Supervisor (Tax) to oversee client engagements, support managers, and ensure timely, accurate work papers and tax returns. The role emphasizes teamwork, mentorship, and client service in a collaborative public accounting firm.

Ideal candidates have CPA certification and at least four years of public accounting experience, with strong skills in accounting theory, tax compliance, and communication.

Qualifications

• CPA Certification required.
• Minimum 4+ years of public accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting theory, IRC rules, and tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead tax engagements from planning to delivery and prepare work papers.
• Manage client relationships and provide high-quality tax services.
• Supervise associates, provide feedback, and mentor staff.
• Ensure accurate time tracking and billing.
• Address client concerns promptly and professionally.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

CPA Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Accounting software

Job description

Are you interested in becoming a valued member of a remarkable team and firm? A place where your talents can shine as you assist clients in improving their financial, tax, and business aspects? Are you seeking a collaborative, innovative, and fulfilling work environment where your contributions are recognized and rewarded?

Look no further! With over 100 years in the industry, our firm serves clients locally and globally. Our expertise extends across a wide array of industries, ensuring that we can cater to the unique needs of clients from diverse sectors.

Join our team and experience a collaborative and enriching work environment. With an emphasis on continuous technical training and the development of essential skills, we prioritize your success by providing the tools and resources needed to thrive in the world of public accounting!

Job Summary:

The Supervisor (Tax) has responsibility for conducting client engagements. Assists in projects as required by Managers, Directors, and Partners. Meets client’s needs and concerns. Promotes teamwork and works as team member. Prepares correspondence accurately and in a timely manner. Prepares work-papers with definitive conclusions.

Essential Functions:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the job requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Tax Preparation and Financial Reporting

• Assumes substantial responsibility for compiled, reviewed, or audit and tax engagements.
• Possesses critical thinking skills for problem solving and effectively communicates solutions to problems.
• Provides meaningful recommendations for clients, if applicable.
• Stays current on accounting and tax law matters.

Client Relationship Management

• Provides meaningful recommendations for clients, if applicable.
• Provides a high level of professional service and quality.
• Addresses any and all client concerns in a timely manner.
• Utilizes Firm resources in providing “full service” to our clients.
• Participates in networking functions.

Supervisory Functions

• Delegates assignments and monitors progress of work.
• Reviews work of associates and senior associates.
• Provides feedback and direction.
• Motivates the team to maintain high standards of productivity and quality.
• Provides on-the-job training to ensure a high level of skills among team members.
• Problem solves any issues with productivity or skill.
• Provides onboarding functions for new associates to ensure knowledge and skills are developed.
• Alerts the manager about any infraction of standards of conduct or performance issues and ensures a high level of staff morale and productivity.

Administrative Tasks

• Works independently with a minimum of supervision.
• Follows all policies and procedures established by the Firm.
• Enters time daily to ensure current and accurate tracking of hours.
• Assigns hours to each client to ensure accurate billing.
• Follows safety rules according to the Firm's Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP).

Marginal Functions

• Accepts special projects as assigned.

Job Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, the individual must possess the following education, licenses and certifications, experience, and skills.

Licenses and Certifications

• CPA Certification

Experience

• Minimum Experience required: 4+ years of experience in public accounting

Technical Skills

• High level understanding of accounting theory and accounting practices.
• High level understanding of the rules, regulations, and code of conduct.
• High level familiarity with pertinent IRC (Internal Revenue Code) sections and regulations.
• High proficiency in the preparation of corporate, individual, partnership, and other tax returns prepared by the Firm.
• High organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• High ability to work under pressure, multitask, and meet deadlines.
• High level of PC skills, including Microsoft Windows and Office applications.
• High level of proficiency with various accounting systems.

Interpersonal Skills

• High level of enthusiasm to work collaboratively in a team environment to meet and exceed expectations for internal and external clients.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, able to work with minimal direction in a high pressure environment.
• Works independently and is self-motivated to complete tasks and assignments with a minimum amount of supervision and is flexible to accept tasks and projects.
• Upholds the professional standards of conduct for respectful behavior and demonstrates a high degree of personal integrity.
• Ability to use independent judgment in determining procedures and processes.
• Ability to work with all levels of management and non-management staff.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Generous health and welfare benefits
• Focus on work/life balance
• Opportunity to work with a friendly and supportive team
• Strong mentoring program with a focus on the success of each team member

The compensation for this position ranges from $90,000 - $120,000. Actual compensation will be dependent upon the individual’s qualifications, experience, skills, licensure, and certifications.