Supervisor - Private Company

About the Role:

We are looking for a proactive and experienced Tax Supervisor to lead a team within our U.S. Tax Compliance practice at RSM-USI. As a Tax Supervisor, you will oversee the preparation and review of complex tax returns for S-Corporation, Partnerships, and Individual Clients, ensure compliance with U.S. tax regulations, and drive efficiencies in tax processes.

This role requires strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. You will also be responsible for mentoring junior professionals, coordinating with U.S. counterparts, and contributing to process automation initiatives.

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum 4+ years of experience in U.S. tax compliance for S-Corporations (1120S), Partnerships (1065), and Individual Clients (1040).
• Bachelors or Masters degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (B-Com/BBA or M-Com/MBA).
• Extensive experience preparing and reviewing complex tax returns and workpapers, including basis calculations, K-1 allocations, Section 199A, and state tax compliance.
• Proficiency in GoSystem, CCH Axcess, CaseWare, or other leading tax software.
• Strong understanding of federal and multi-state tax laws, partner capital accounts, and tax depreciation rules.
• Experience in leading, mentoring, and reviewing the work of junior and senior tax associates.
• Ability to communicate effectively with U.S. engagement teams, ensuring timely and high-quality tax deliverables.
• Capability to identify tax planning opportunities and process improvements.
• Strong proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros) and tax technology tools.
• Willingness to work U.S. tax season hours and manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Provide detailed review and analysis of complex tax returns approximately up to 35% of your time
• Work on multiple complex issues while communicating in a non-technical manner to facilitate communication between the client and the service team while managing the risk for both the client and the firm
• Train and develop staff members approximately 10-20% of your time
• Serve as the Tax client service coordinator for appropriate clients
• Reviewing research findings and ensure conclusions are consistent with firm policies and professional standards
• Assist with new business development, extended service and tax issue recognition for existing clients
• Remain up-to-date on current tax practices and changes in tax law

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA, EA, or masters in taxation (or actively pursuing certification).
• Strong exposure to U.S. tax planning and advisory services.
• Ability to lead training sessions and drive knowledge-sharing initiatives within the team.
• Strong understanding of IRS regulations, tax notices, and audit support.
• Experience with private client or business taxation with a desire to grow skills in the Private Company area
• Working knowledge of tax code and technical aspects of tax preparation and compliance
• Strong technical skills in accounting and tax preparation, industry specialization a plus
• Experience preparing or reviewing accounting for income taxes in accordance with ASC 740s