Tax Supervisor; Hybrid

Overview

Looking for a fantastic career opportunity and excellent work/life balance with a growing mid‑size CPA firm in the metro DC area? Thompson Greenspon is seeking exceptional, experienced Tax Supervisors to join the Firm. Our tax team prepares Federal and Multistate tax returns for C corporations, S corporations, partnerships, trusts and estates, individuals, nonprofits and other entities.

• Develop a relationship with engagement‑related client personnel who are responsible for tax matters
• Maintain contact with client personnel responsible for tax matters throughout the year; possess a good knowledge of the client and the client’s business especially as related to tax matters
• Identify tax planning and consulting opportunities
• Work for multiple clients simultaneously
• Directly communicate with clients and serve as the primary point of contact
• Proactively communicate with other staff on status of projects and assistance needed
• Mentor and participate in training as an attendee and as a leader
• Bring unusual or significant tax questions to the attention of the manager or partner
• Tackle more complex accounting and/or tax issues
• Be cognizant of time budgets, but do not allow time budgets to sacrifice quality or efficiency

• CPA with several years of progressive CPA firm experience
• A broad tax knowledge and knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles
• Understanding of a broad range of accounting issues including higher‑level judgment matters such as priority for income taxes, revenue recognition, subsequent events, contingencies, industry‑specific procedures, and business trends
• Ability to review and provide feedback on tax work prepared by all staff in a professional manner
• Ability to establish a rapport and good communication with clientele
• Ability to gather, organize, and summarize information efficiently and effectively
• Ability to adhere to given budgets and deadlines
• Motivate, develop and direct people as they work
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to train, orient, and mentor staff
• Active PTIN required or ability to obtain before start date

Thompson Greenspon has been recognized as a Top Workplace by The Washington Post for several years – and we’re proud of the fact that our success is rooted in our commitment to a positive, healthy work environment.

• A strong focus on work/life balance, including competitive salaries, generous benefits, Fridays off during the summer, free parking, and gym access
• A collaborative, close‑knit team environment where you’ll be exposed to diverse client accounts and the full spectrum of public accounting
• Ongoing career development, including training, seminars, continuing education programs, and a mentoring initiative to support your growth
• Opportunities for advancement – Thompson Greenspon values organic growth and promotes from within
• Access to cutting‑edge technology and resources typically found in larger firms, all within a personal, supportive setting

Since 1956, Thompson Greenspon has provided audit, accounting, financial reporting, tax, consulting and advisory services to a broad spectrum of clients. We are located in Fairfax, Virginia and serve clients throughout the nation. We are among the 20 largest firms practicing in Virginia with the resources and expertise to meet all professional accounting needs. We are the exclusive Northern Virginia member of CPAmerica, one of the largest associations of CPA firms in the United States.

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