Tax and Accounting Supervisor

Tax and Accounting Supervisor Columbus Office - Columbus, GA 31904; Atlanta Office - Atlanta, GA 30316; Durham Office - Durham, NC 27713 Apply Overview Level Experienced Position Type Full Time Education Level 4 Year Degree Apply Description Who we are At McConnell Jones, we aim to be a catalyst for positive growth fostering an environment where unique perspectives come together to enhance client solutions. As the largest majority African American-owned and controlled public accounting firm in the U.S., we pride ourselves on the quality of our work, the tenure of our clients, and our own diversity—nearly two-thirds of our people are from an ethnically diverse background. The diversity of our people empowers the diversity of our client solutions, as captured by the firm’s tagline, Diverse Thinking | Unique Perspectives. Our Mission: To foster an environment where unique perspectives come together to enhance client solutions. Our Vision: To be a catalyst for positive growth through the power of diverse thinking. Our Values: Creativity, Inclusion, Transparency, Accountability This position can be based in Columbus or Atlanta, GA or Durham, NC. Expectations are to be in the office daily with the possibility for hybrid flexibility. What you will do Our Tax Supervisor works closely with our clients conducting hands-on complex tax preparation for U.S. and multi-state income tax returns for business entities C-corporations, S-Corporations, Partnerships, Fiduciary, and Non-Profit Organizations. You will deliver quality tax services and serve as business advisor to our clients aiming at maximizing engagement and achieving qualitative outcomes. You should show interest in following changes to tax regulations and laws. Excellent time management skills are also essential, as you’ll have to ensure our company meets tight deadlines. Prepares personal and corporate tax returns, including the most complex. Approves less complicated personal returns. Reviews, monitors and supervise due date deliverables. Acts as a resource for tax staff and senior tax accountants. Coaching staff, evaluating performance, providing on-the-job training, and counseling employees to strengthen knowledge/skills/development. Reviewing work product, counseling the staff member(s) assigned as to additional testing, editing, further documentation judged necessary, or how unnecessary work can be eliminated in the future. Participating in closing accounting and tax matters through rendering compliance when the necessity arrives. Becomes involved in tax planning for complex client situations. Acts as key client contact person for smaller engagements. Contributes to the client service team by producing quality work with quick turnaround and attentive service. Establishes good working relationships with all directors and staff members. Exhibits time management and organization skills. Assist with recruitment and training of tax department personnel. Maintains contacts with peers, develops network of business contacts, meets with prospective clients, and cultivates referrals. As part of our compliance program, all team members are required to follow industry leading data and system security practices. Qualifications What you will need Bachelors or masters degree in accounting or other related program. 5+ years’ experience in tax return preparation. Proficiency in use of computers and tax software programs. CPA certification is preferred, but not required. What we offer Hybrid and remote (determined by position) work arrangements available. Stipend reimbursement for home office equipment, cell phone and home internet. Paid Time Off (PTO) is awarded each pay period. 11 paid company holidays with 3 floating. Medical plan with HSA employer contribution, Dental, Vision available 1st of the month after start date. Company paid Long Term Disability. Company paid Life Insurance. Paid Parental Leave. 401k with company match up to 4% and 100% vested from day one. CPA and professional license & certification bonus. CPA exam review benefit with Becker CPA. Certification Reimbursement for CPA, CIA, CFE, CISA. CPE paid for 40 hours per year. Paid Volunteer Time Off. Fitness center available to Houston office employees. Employee Referral bonus opportunities from $1,000 to $5,000 per hired referral. We are committed to helping you thrive. Our wellness programs offer comprehensive tools, resources, and support to ensure you can be your best self. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: McConnell & Jones is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that does not discriminate in employment and ensures equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or Vietnam era or other protected veteran. McConnell & Jones policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. To achieve our goal of equal opportunity, we maintain an affirmative action program through which we take good faith efforts to recruit, hire and advance in employment-qualified minorities, women, persons with disabilities, Vietnam era veterans, and other protected veterans.