Dean Dorton · 1 week ago
Tax Supervisor
Dean Dorton is one of the largest advisory firms in the United States, dedicated to helping clients succeed through comprehensive tax solutions. The Tax Supervisor will prepare complex tax returns, oversee team members, and maintain client relationships while ensuring compliance and accuracy in tax-related matters.
Accounting
Responsibilities
Prepare complex business and individual tax returns and workpapers, which include clients with multiple entities, multi-state or locality establishments, and/or contain Schedule C or E activities
Prepare complex estimate and extension calculations, including tax liability projections
Conduct first-level review of simple and moderate tax returns and workpapers, ensuring accuracy and compliance
Complete accounting and bookkeeping tasks to finalize client books and financial statements, allowing for tax return preparation to begin
Partner with team members on special projects and advisory services, including delegation as needed
Oversee client relationships for assigned tax engagements, including client communication, answering client questions, and managing client expectations and deadlines. This may include client billing responsibilities
Understand the business and industry of assigned clients
Collaborate with managers and leaders as needed for client management and engagement coordination
Interface with taxing authorities and assist in gathering information for federal, state, and local tax audits, as needed
Maintain advanced knowledge surrounding relevant rules, regulations, and laws that govern tax at a federal, state, and local level
Utilize resources to answer tax compliance, consulting, and planning questions
Focus on growing skills and expertise in identified specialty interests, including industry and tax return types
Communicate effectively, setting clear expectations for team members and clients
Serve as a role model for newer tax team members, answering questions and providing technical and non-technical support
Supervise and mentor team members, providing guidance and support
Obtain a baseline understanding of the firm’s services and collaboration with other service groups to provide effective client service and observe opportunities for multi-service projects
Work independently and autonomously, for both external and internal work assignments, managing multiple tasks, priorities, and expectations
Meet productivity goals
Meet internal and client deadlines
Work toward completion of the CPA exam, if applicable
Participate in firm-sponsored events and activities
Participate in team and firm non-charge activities of interest, such as: Recruiting activities, including interviewing and evaluating candidates. Evaluating and developing internal processes, procedures, and guidelines. Contributing to the development of training materials and leading training sessions. Joining an internal committee or initiative. Serving as a Career Advisor for tax team members. Assisting in business development efforts, including attending industry events, networking with potential clients, and promoting the firm's services
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required in accounting, finance, business, or related field
Three to five years of experience in a tax or tax-related technical role
Prepare complex business and individual tax returns and workpapers, which include clients with multiple entities, multi-state or locality establishments, and/or contain Schedule C or E activities
Prepare complex estimate and extension calculations, including tax liability projections
Conduct first-level review of simple and moderate tax returns and workpapers, ensuring accuracy and compliance
Complete accounting and bookkeeping tasks to finalize client books and financial statements, allowing for tax return preparation to begin
Partner with team members on special projects and advisory services, including delegation as needed
Oversee client relationships for assigned tax engagements, including client communication, answering client questions, and managing client expectations and deadlines
Understand the business and industry of assigned clients
Collaborate with managers and leaders as needed for client management and engagement coordination
Interface with taxing authorities and assist in gathering information for federal, state, and local tax audits, as needed
Maintain advanced knowledge surrounding relevant rules, regulations, and laws that govern tax at a federal, state, and local level
Utilize resources to answer tax compliance, consulting, and planning questions
Focus on growing skills and expertise in identified specialty interests, including industry and tax return types
Communicate effectively, setting clear expectations for team members and clients
Serve as a role model for newer tax team members, answering questions and providing technical and non-technical support
Supervise and mentor team members, providing guidance and support
Obtain a baseline understanding of the firm's services and collaboration with other service groups to provide effective client service and observe opportunities for multi-service projects
Work independently and autonomously, for both external and internal work assignments, managing multiple tasks, priorities, and expectations
Meet productivity goals
Meet internal and client deadlines
Work toward completion of the CPA exam, if applicable
Participate in firm-sponsored events and activities
Participate in team and firm non-charge activities of interest, such as recruiting activities, evaluating and developing internal processes, contributing to the development of training materials, joining an internal committee or initiative, serving as a Career Advisor for tax team members, and assisting in business development efforts
Benefits
Health insurance – medical, vision, dental
Unlimited PTO
Paid family leave, medical leave, and maternity/paternity leave programs.
Retirement benefits – 401(K) match and best-in-class automatic profit sharing
Telemedicine, mental health resources, and wellness program reimbursement
Life insurance and disability insurance
Company
Dean Dorton
Dean Dorton provides an integrated suite of audit, tax, business management, consulting, and technology solutions.
Funding
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