Tax Supervisor – Public Accounting

Jobot; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Mentorship from leadership

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Jobot in New York seeks a Tax Supervisor to oversee engagements, review complex returns, and mentor staff between staff and senior leadership. This hybrid role offers exposure to high‑net‑worth clients and closely held businesses.

You will supervise federal, state, and local filings, advise on tax planning opportunities, and drive efficiency. A CPA (or active pursuit) and 5+ years in public accounting are required.

Qualifications

• CPA (or in progress) and 5+ years in public accounting.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; Master's in Taxation preferred.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local taxation.
• Experience with tax software (CCH Axcess, ProSystem fx) and workflow tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and review federal, state, and local tax filings for individuals and entities.
• Supervise and mentor staff and senior associates; provide actionable feedback.
• Conduct tax research and document findings with practical recommendations.
• Identify tax-saving opportunities and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Support budgeting, billing, and engagement tracking; drive process improvements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master's in Taxation (preferred)

CPA license or in progress

Tools

CCH Axcess

ProSystem fx

Job description

Job details:

Established CPA Firm Looking to Grow Their Team! Hybrid Schedule + Generalist Tax Work

Salary: $125,000 - $145,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are a well-established, mid-sized public accounting and advisory firm with over 50 years of experience serving a diverse client base. With offices in NYC and Long Island, we provide comprehensive tax, assurance, and consulting services to high-net-worth individuals, privately held businesses, and organizations across a wide range of industries.

Why join us?

• Hybrid work schedule (typically 3 days in-office)
• Strong exposure to high-net-worth individuals and closely held businesses
• True generalist tax experience (not siloed or niche work)
• Opportunity to grow into tax planning and advisory work
• Collaborative, supportive team environment
• Direct access to leadership and mentorship
• Stable, long-tenured firm with strong reputation
• Competitive compensation and clear growth path

Job Details

The Tax Supervisor is responsible for overseeing tax engagements, reviewing complex returns, and supporting both client relationships and internal team development. This role sits between staff and senior leadership, requiring strong technical expertise along with the ability to manage workflows and mentor junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

Client Engagement & Compliance

Manage and review preparation of federal, state, and local tax filings for individuals and business entities

Oversee tax projections, estimated payments, and filing extensions

Conduct tax research and document findings with clear recommendations

Ensure compliance with applicable regulations while identifying tax-saving opportunities

Maintain consistent communication with clients to address needs and provide guidance

Team Leadership & Development

Supervise and mentor staff and senior associates throughout engagements

Review workpapers and returns, providing actionable feedback

Manage multiple engagements and prioritize deadlines effectively

Contribute to staff evaluations and ongoing development efforts

Technical & Process Management

Stay current on tax law and regulatory updates

Support workflow improvements and tax software utilization

Assist with budgeting, billing, and engagement tracking

Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required

Master’s in Taxation preferred

CPA license or active pursuit required

5+ years of public accounting experience

Progressive responsibility in tax compliance and review

Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local taxation

Technical Skills

Experience with CCH Axcess, ProSystem fx, or similar tax software

Familiarity with workflow tools and engagement systems

Strong Excel and data handling skills

Core Competencies

Analytical thinking and attention to detail

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Leadership and mentoring capability

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.