Senior Tax Accountant / Accounting Supervisor

Overhead Solutions Group, LLC•Norfolk, VA

7d•$80,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

Overhead Solutions Group is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Accountant / Accounting Supervisor to join our Norfolk, Virginia office. This is an in-person role for an accountant ready to take ownership of engagements, review staff work, manage tax deadlines, and oversee a portfolio of monthly accounting clients. This is not a tax-preparation-only role. You will review tax returns, supervise and develop staff, review monthly financial reporting, communicate directly with clients, and make sure projects move from assignment through completion. The ideal candidate is technically strong, organized, and proactive, and is comfortable reviewing the work of others without needing step-by-step direction.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
3+ years of recent accounting experience; public accounting experience strongly preferred
Experience preparing individual and business tax returns
Experience reviewing accounting work or tax returns prepared by others
Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting and month-end close
Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks Online or similar accounting software
Ability to independently manage multiple clients, projects, and deadlines
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills
Clear, professional written and verbal communication with clients and staff
Ability to work in person at our Norfolk, Virginia office

Nice To Haves

CPA or EA designation, or actively pursuing CPA licensure
Prior Senior Accountant, Tax Senior, Supervisor, or similar public accounting experience
Experience reviewing Forms 1040, 1065, 1120S, 1120, and 990
Experience supervising accounting staff
Experience managing outsourced monthly or client accounting engagements
ProConnect Tax experience
Experience working with small businesses and nonprofit organizations

Responsibilities

Prepare and review federal and state individual and business tax returns, including Forms 1040, 1065, 1120S, and 1120
Review tax returns and supporting workpapers prepared by staff before final partner review
Review nonprofit Form 990 returns as assigned
Identify errors, missing information, tax issues, and planning opportunities
Review extensions, estimated payments, and tax projections
Perform tax research and assist with complex federal and state tax matters
Assist with IRS and state tax notices and correspondence
Communicate with clients about tax documents, outstanding items, deadlines, and questions
Ensure tax files are properly documented and meet firm quality standards
Oversee a portfolio of monthly accounting clients
Review monthly financial statements and general ledgers before delivery to clients
Review bank and credit card reconciliations, journal entries, payroll activity, AP/AR, and month-end close work prepared by staff
Identify unusual balances, unreconciled accounts, missing documentation, and accounting errors
Review balance sheet accounts and financial reporting for accuracy and completeness
Ensure monthly engagements are completed accurately and on schedule
Assist with accounting cleanup and catch-up projects as needed
Help improve client accounting procedures and internal workflows
Assign work and help manage staff workloads and deadlines
Review work prepared by staff accountants, provide clear review notes, and confirm corrections are completed
Train and mentor staff on tax preparation, accounting procedures, documentation, and firm standards
Help staff resolve technical accounting and tax questions
Monitor engagement progress and proactively address delays or outstanding items
Manage multiple client engagements at once, both during tax season and throughout the year
Partner with firm leadership to improve quality, efficiency, and accountability