Tax Supervisor / Manager

gpac; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Career growth

Benefits package

Collaborative culture

Job summary

gpac partners with a local CPA firm in Farmington, CT to recruit an Experienced Tax Supervisor. The role oversees tax compliance for individuals, corporations, and partnerships, leading a small tax team and coordinating with auditors.

Ideal candidates have 5-8 years of public accounting tax experience, CPA preferred or pursuing, and strong client communication skills. This is an on-site, full-time position offering comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of public accounting experience focusing on tax.
• CPA certification preferred or actively pursuing.
• Strong knowledge of tax compliance and review for individuals, corporations, and partnerships.
• Excellent client communication and ability to build relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to lead engagements and mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation and review of individual, corporate, and partnership tax returns.
• Serve as primary advisor on tax issues and stay current on tax law changes.
• Lead tax engagements from start to finish and coordinate with auditors.
• Mentor and review work of junior staff to support their growth.

Skills

Public accounting

Tax compliance

Tax planning

Client communication

Team leadership

Mentoring juniors

Education

CPA certification preferred

Job description

gpac is partnering with a local CPA firm - this is a mid-sized public accounting firm in Farmington, CT seeking an experienced Tax Supervisor. The ideal candidate will have 5-8 years of public accounting experience focusing on tax - industry guidance suggests accounting managers typically have at least five years of experience. This full-time, on-site role involves overseeing tax compliance and leading a small tax team. The Tax Supervisor will manage complex tax engagements, ensuring accuracy and efficiency for our clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation and review of individual, corporate (S-Corp/C-Corp), and partnership tax returns, ensuring compliance with federal and state tax laws.
• Serve as primary advisor on tax issues, staying current on tax law changes and identifying planning opportunities.
• Lead tax engagements from start to finish, including client communication and coordination with auditors or consultants as needed.
• Mentor and review work of junior staff, providing guidance and feedback to foster their professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience: 5-8 years of public accounting experience with a focus on tax. Candidates with this level of experience meet common industry benchmarks.
• Certification: CPA certification preferred or actively pursuing. (We encourage and support staff working toward the CPA.)
• Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of tax compliance and review for individuals, corporations, and partnerships. Deep understanding of federal and multi-state tax regulations is required.
• Client Management: Excellent client communication skills and the ability to build strong client relationships. Comfortable liaising with clients to gather information and explain tax matters clearly.
• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead engagements and teams. Candidates should have experience mentoring junior accountants or a strong interest in developing others.

Perks & Culture

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy defined summer hours - including half-day Fridays
• Growth Path: Clear career advancement opportunities and professional development
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans
• Team Environment: Collaborative, supportive team culture in a friendly, collegial atmosphere.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.