Tax Supervisor: Lead Engagements & Mentor Talent

JEFF BAKER & ASSOCIATES, P.S.; Puyallup (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off and holidays

Continuing professional education

Job summary

JEFF BAKER & ASSOCIATES, P.S. in Puyallup, WA is seeking a Tax Supervisor to lead engagements from planning through completion, prepares and reviews complex returns, and helps clients identify opportunities throughout the year.

You will mentor staff, collaborate with partners, and conduct research on federal and state tax issues, including multistate and real estate taxation, while delivering high-quality client service and practical tax planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• At least five years of recent public accounting tax experience.
• Active CPA or Enrolled Agent credential.
• Experience supervising tax engagements or staff.
• Strong knowledge of federal taxation for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, and C corporations.
• Experience guiding, mentoring, or providing feedback to developing accountants.
• Ability to independently research technical issues and apply findings to client situations.
• Knowledge of multistate taxation, real estate taxation, and related taxes.

Responsibilities

• Lead engagements from planning through completion and review complex returns.
• Identify planning opportunities and communicate recommendations tailored to clients.
• Research federal and state tax issues and document conclusions.
• Manage engagement budgets and timelines while maintaining quality and client service.
• Guide staff and senior accountants, strengthening technical skills and judgment.
• Communicate proactively with clients about tax matters and deadlines.

Skills

Tax planning

Tax prep

Staff supervision

Client management

Research

Multistate tax

Real estate tax

Estate & trusts

Mentoring

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA or Enrolled Agent

Tools

CCH Axcess Tax

CCH Engagement

QuickBooks

Job description

JEFF BAKER & ASSOCIATES, P.S. in Puyallup, WA is seeking a Tax Supervisor to lead engagements from planning through completion, prepares and reviews complex returns, and helps clients identify opportunities throughout the year.

You will mentor staff, collaborate with partners, and conduct research on federal and state tax issues, including multistate and real estate taxation, while delivering high-quality client service and practical tax planning.