Tax Supervisor

Hannis T. Bourgeois, LLP; Baton Rouge (LA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid and banked overtime

Generous time-off

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible schedules

Growth-focused culture

Employee communities

Job summary

Hannis T. Bourgeois, LLP is seeking a Tax Professional in Baton Rouge, LA to join their team. This position focuses on preparing and reviewing complex tax returns while cultivating client relationships. The firm emphasizes growth and offers a supportive environment with various benefits, including paid overtime, flexible schedules, and a comprehensive benefits package.

A Bachelor's degree in accounting and 4-6 years of relevant experience are required. Active CPA License is preferred but candidates pursuing certification are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years related experience in tax accounting.
• Ability to manage client relationships and supervise staff.
• Experience with complex tax returns and technical research.

Responsibilities

• Prepare complex tax returns for various entities.
• Review tax returns for accuracy and compliance.
• Cultivate relationships with prospective clients.
• Supervise training and mentoring of interns.

Skills

Technical skills

Client relationship management

Tax return preparation

Supervised technical research

Training and mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Active CPA License

Job description

Overview

HTB is a CPA firm focused on helping clients grow through personalized accounting, tax, assurance, and consulting services. We are committed to helping you grow with tools, mentorship, and flexibility to succeed. We strive to create an environment where people feel supported, valued, and empowered to grow, with robust financial benefits, work-life flexibility, and professional development opportunities.

We invest in people—when our team thrives, so do our clients.

Why join our Tax Team

Our Tax Team is for professionals who enjoy independent work with strong support when needed. You’ll build real relationships with clients and team members, not just process numbers. From preparing returns to reviewing and guiding at more experienced stages, you’ll be hands-on and client-facing. With clear career progression and opportunities for growth, you’ll know what’s next and have the resources to get there.

What sets HTB Apart

• Paid and Banked Overtime - Your extra effort is recognized and options are available to receive overtime pay or bank hours for future paid time off
• Generous Time-Off - Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and early summer Fridays supporting a healthy work-life balance
• Comprehensive Benefits - Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance along with 401(k) retirement plan options
• Flexible & Hybrid Schedules - Work where you are most productive, with options that support both structure and freedom
• Growth-Focused Culture - Internal Pathways Development Program designed to guide your career at every stage
• Employee Communities - Our Young Professionals Organization (YoPreaux) and Women's Initiative Network (WIN)

Primary Responsibilities

• Demonstrates competency in technical skills, work quality, and application of professional and firm standards.
• Prepares complex individual, fiduciary, employee benefit plans, non-profit, corporate, and partnership tax returns.
• Reviews individual, fiduciary, employee benefit plans, non-profit, corporate and partnership tax returns.
• Performs supervised technical research in situations requiring judgment and formulation of alternative courses of action.
• Meets time constraints and client deadlines.
• Meets with prospective clients and cultivates prospects through referral sources.
• Assumes tax person responsibility for less complex business clients.
• Develops client relationships through business and social meetings.
• Develops expertise within agreed upon industry niches.
• Makes presentations on topics within specialty areas, as requested.
• Performs as a resource in designated areas for tax questions and issues from both tax and A&A staff.
• Performs formal training sessions for staff.
• Assists with tax administration projects assigned by managers and partners.
• Becomes involved in state/local professional organizations, serves on state/local committees, and accepts volunteer positions in local community organizations.
• Supervises the training, monitoring, and mentoring of staff and interns.

Education, Experience, & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting from a four-year college or university
• Four (4) to six (6) years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Active CPA License is a plus, candidates pursuing certification are encouraged to apply

HTB is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, disability, protected veteran status or other protected classifications.