1040 Seasonal Tax Supervisor

KatzAbosch•Timonium, MD

7h•Remote

About The Position

The 1040 Tax Supervisor will serve as a key member of the firm's established High Net Worth (HNW) 1040 group, responsible for preparing and reviewing individual income tax returns while providing day-to-day guidance and support to staff preparers. This role combines hands-on tax preparation, technical review, and staff development to help ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to firm standards during peak tax seasons. This position is ideal for an experienced tax professional who enjoys both preparing returns and mentoring staff while contributing to a collaborative and client-focused tax practice. This position plays a key role in return production, quality control, and staff development during peak tax seasons.

Requirements

Active CPA or Enrolled Agent (EA) license required
3 - 5+ years of experience in individual tax preparation and review experience in a public accounting environment, with a strong focus on Form 1040 engagements
Experience preparing and reviewing multi-state individual income tax returns
Experience with Schedule C and Schedule E tax reporting
Experience working with high-net-worth individuals and complex individual tax engagements
Strong understanding of federal and state individual income tax rules
Experience with tax preparation software (preferably CCH Axcess)
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
Excellent communication and coaching skills
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with a hybrid team

Nice To Haves

Prior experience reviewing returns and/or training or mentoring junior staff preferred
Experience using CCH AnswerConnect or similar tax research tools preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare individual (Form 1040) income tax returns, including complex returns involving multiple income sources, investments, pass-through entities, rental activities, and other high-net-worth tax matters
Prepare complex multi-state individual income tax returns
Prepare and review returns with significant Schedule C business activities and Schedule E rental real estate, partnership, S corporation, estate, and trust income
Review Form 1040 returns prepared by staff and provide feedback to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance
Identify and resolve tax issues, missing information, IRS and state notices, and tax planning opportunities
Ensure proper application of federal and state individual income tax laws
Provide technical guidance and support to staff throughout the return preparation process
Train and mentor staff on the preparation of Form 1040 returns, including best practices and firm standards
Provide constructive feedback to improve staff accuracy, efficiency, and technical development
Prepare and review amended tax returns and extensions as needed
Escalate complex technical matters to Managers and Partners as appropriate
Communicate with internal team members regarding open items and clarification requests
Maintain high standards for accuracy, documentation, and workflow efficiency
Support seasonal workload peaks and meet firm deadlines
Adhere to firm processes, checklists, and quality control procedures