Tax Supervisor

PBMares, LLP; Rockville (MD); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Flexible work schedule

Paid Time Off

Path to Partner Program

Job summary

PBMares, LLP in Rockville, MD, is seeking a Tax Supervisor to coordinate engagements and manage client relationships. The role involves preparing and reviewing tax returns and developing staff through training and coaching.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Accounting and has relevant experience, including strong knowledge of tax law. This position offers a hybrid work environment and extensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience with a CPA or EA, or three years without.
• Strong working knowledge of tax law.
• Experience preparing complex tax returns for various entities.

Responsibilities

• Lead engagements and direct special assignments.
• Prepare and review complex tax returns.
• Manage client relationships during engagements.

Skills

Tax law knowledge

Staff management

Business development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent

Job description

Description

We’re in search of 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 role involves business development, staff management, and administrative functions. The Supervisor acts in a junior leadership role and sets an ethical and technical example for direct reports and colleagues.

PBMares Core Values

• Integrity
• Trust
• Respect
• Accountability
• Caring

What you get

• Diverse work engagements.
• Opportunity to coach and mentor junior team members.
• The opportunity to grow and shape the future of the firm.
• Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, and HSA.
• Paid Time Off.
• 11 paid holidays per year.
• Flexible work schedule with 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, 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 an accounting concentration or equivalent.
• Two years of experience with a CPA or EA, or three years of experience without a CPA or EA.
• EA, CPA, or actively pursuing a CPA, as demonstrated by a current exam schedule or an exam taken in the past 12 months with intent to obtain the 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, LLCs, Partnerships, high‑wealth individuals, consolidated or multi‑state returns, and nonprofits.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or EA.

About the Organization

PBMares is a growing firm focused on integrity, creativity, and teamwork. We are a top‑100 firm and have been named one of the fastest growing firms overall. With over 300 professionals in 12 offices across Virginia, Maryland, and North Carolina, we offer challenging work, learning opportunities, and a supportive culture.

Equal Opportunity Employer 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.

Compliance Statement

Must be authorized to work in the United States permanently without the requirement of sponsorship at any point in the future.