Tax Supervisor

Witt/Kieffer; Rockville (MD); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401K match

Paid Time Off

Flexible work schedule

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Witt/Kieffer is looking for a Tax Supervisor in Rockville, Maryland. This position involves coordinating engagements, developing staff, and managing client relationships while preparing complex tax returns.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and at least 2 years of relevant experience, with strong knowledge of tax regulations. The role offers a hybrid work schedule and full benefits including medical and dental coverage.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience with a CPA or EA, or 3 years without.
• Strong working knowledge of tax law and professional standards.
• Experience preparing returns for various entities.

Responsibilities

• Direct engagements and special assignments.
• Prepare complex tax returns and manage client relationships.
• Develop and train junior staff.

Skills

Leadership skills

Technical guidance

Client management

Tax law knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

About the Organization

PBMares is a firm that is as committed to its employees as it is to its clients. We offer great people, challenging work, rewarding opportunities, and a culture that embraces integrity, creativity, and teamwork. PBMares is a perennial top‑100 firm and has been named one of the fastest growing firms overall. Continuous learning, work-life balance, and challenging opportunities are just the start. The firm is over 300 strong in 12 offices across Virginia, Maryland, and North Carolina.

Workplace Type: Hybrid Work Schedule

Location: Rockville

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Description

We are seeking a Tax Supervisor to join our growing firm. The Supervisor is a technical position that coordinates the various phases of an engagement, including logistics, staff requirements, client meetings, and job planning and scheduling, in partnership with the manager or partner. The Supervisor’s role includes business development, staff management, and administrative functions. The Supervisor functions in a junior leadership role, setting an ethical and technical example for direct reports and colleagues.

PBMares Core Values

• Integrity
• Trust
• Respect
• Accountability
• Caring

What you get

• Diverse work engagements.
• Ability to coach and mentor junior team members.
• The opportunity to grow and shape the future of the firm.
• Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401K match, & HSA
• Paid Time Off
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Flexible work schedule to include hybrid work environment.
• Company investment of a minimum of 40 hours learning and development annually
• Path to Partner Program

What you’ll do

• Demonstrate leadership skills, directing engagements and special assignments.
• Develop and train staff, providing technical guidance and coaching on work papers.
• Prepare complex tax returns.
• Oversee and review completed tax returns while providing constructive feedback and researching technical issues.
• Manage client relationships as the point of contact during the engagement.
• Demonstrate area of focus and specialization, including serving on tax committees.
• Prepare performance reviews for direct reports, delegate work, and contribute to staff development.
• Develop a professional and community network of referral sources.
• Complete special projects as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a degree with an accounting concentration or equivalent experience.
• 2 years of experience with a CPA or EA, or 3 years of experience without a CPA or EA.
• EA, CPA, or actively pursuing your CPA as demonstrated by currently scheduled for or having taken an exam in the past 12 months with the intention of obtaining your CPA within 18 months of starting the process.
• Strong working knowledge of tax law and other professional standards/regulations.
• Experience preparing less complex returns for S‑Corporations, C‑Corporations, LLC's, Partnerships, high‑wealth individuals, consolidated or multi‑state returns and nonprofits.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or EA

EEO Statement

Our firm’s policy is to provide equal opportunity for employment to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing.

This position is currently accepting applications.