Tax Supervising Senior

Position: Tax Supervising Senior

Unleash Your Potential:  Tax Supervising Senior Associate at PP&Co Awaits

Are you passionate about helping individuals and businesses achieve financial success? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where integrity and excellence are paramount? If so, PP&Co. is looking for you!

Who We Are: At PP&Co, we are dedicated to empowering individuals, closely held businesses, and high-net-worth individuals to reach their financial goals. And now, we are taking our commitment to excellence to a new level. In February 2024, we made the strategic decision to join Ascend – a tax, accounting, and advisory platform that partners with entrepreneurial CPAs to usher in their next stage of growth. With Ascend’s shared resources and partnerships, PP&Co is well-positioned for strong innovation and growth in the future. 

Why Join Us: As a member of our award-winning firm, you'll have the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally. We exist to empower people to reach their full potential, starting with our own team. That means investing in your development and providing ample opportunities for career advancement. We foster a collaborative culture where every voice is heard and valued. You'll have the opportunity to work closely with colleagues and contribute your ideas to meaningful projects and initiatives.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a talented and driven Tax Supervising Senior to join our team on a full-time basis. In this role, you will build and nurture lasting client relationships while managing tax engagements for a diverse portfolio of clients, including privately held businesses, business owners, families, and high-net-worth individuals. As a Supervising Senior, you will play a critical role in managing complex tax engagements, reviewing work prepared by junior team members, and serving as a liaison between clients and management. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver with strong technical expertise in tax compliance and planning. If you're eager to work at a firm where your voice matters, your career can grow, and your contributions make a real impact, we want to hear from you.

Tax Preparation 

• Prepare and review federal and state business tax returns including LLCs, partnerships, C corporations, and gift and estate tax filings, serving as a primary reviewer to ensure accuracy, quality, and compliance with applicable tax laws and filing requirements.

• Review financial statements, oversee the preparation of tax accounting schedules for clients, and reconcile book-to-tax differences, resolving discrepancies ahead of manager and partner review.

• Lead comprehensive research on tax issues, tax planning strategies, and effective tax rate optimization, documenting conclusions and recommendations for leadership.

• Take an active role in researching client issues and responding to IRS audits and notices alongside managers and partners, ensuring compliance with domestic and international tax laws.

• Oversee client documentation, working papers, and supporting schedules, ensuring files prepared by the team are accurate, complete, and compliant with firm and regulatory standards.

Consulting Services 

• Serve as a point of contact for clients, drafting proposals and engagement letters and overseeing engagement budgeting, staffing, and billing; build strong client relationships and deliver exceptional service.

• Perform tax research and partner with managers and partners to develop tax planning strategies for business transactions and restructurings, clearly explaining complex tax matters to clients and internal stakeholders.

• Participate in in-house CPE classes and specialized tax training provided by the firm to stay current on the latest developments in tax regulations and apply new guidance to client planning opportunities.

Administrative & Leadership Duties 

• Supervise, train, and review the work of junior tax staff and interns, delegating assignments, managing workflow across engagements, and providing coaching, technical guidance, and ongoing professional development.

• Participate in firm-sponsored CPE and specialized tax training (e.g., international tax) to deepen technical expertise, stay current with evolving tax laws and regulations, and share key updates with the team.

• Serve as a technical resource for the team, help resolve complex tax issues, and promote consistent application of tax guidance and quality standards across client engagements.

• Embrace AI and emerging technologies to improve efficiency and quality in tax workflows, and help the team adopt these tools by sharing best practices and encouraging innovative ways of working.

• Collaborate with and review the work of global delivery team members, providing clear instructions, timely feedback, and quality oversight to ensure seamless, high-quality client service across time zones.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required; master's in taxation preferred.

• CPA license or active CPA candidacy preferred.

• Minimum 4 years of experience in tax accounting.

• Strong technical skills in tax compliance and planning.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively in a team environment.

• High-level proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook), CCH, and QuickBooks Online.

The annual base salary range for this role is $120,000-$135,000. This range includes the anticipated low and high end the salary range for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on various factors, including experience, education and/or skill level.

Join us in our mission to empower financial success and make a positive impact in the lives of our clients. Apply now to be part of our dynamic team at PP&Co.!