Tax Supervisor

<p>Walter Shuffain is looking to bring on a Tax Supervisor. Supervisors at Walter Shuffain are the heart of our team. They are responsible for performing both audit and tax engagements with little supervision. They also direct and review the work of staff accountants. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in overseeing the execution of audit and tax engagements, managing staff, and ensuring the highest level of service quality.</p> <p><strong>About Walter Shuffain:&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Established in<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span><strong>1994</strong>,<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span><strong>WS Advisors</strong>&nbsp;is a Boston-based advisory and accounting firm dedicated to delivering thoughtful tax, financial, and business guidance that helps clients make confident, forward-looking decisions. We pride ourselves on a collaborative culture rooted in accountability, respect, responsiveness, and continuous learning, where diverse perspectives are welcomed and individual growth is encouraged.</p> <p>Recognized for excellence, innovation, and a supportive work environment, WS Advisors has been named an<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span><strong>IPA Top 200 Firm</strong>, an<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span><strong>IPA Fastest Growing Firm</strong>, an<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span><strong>IPA Best of the Best Firm</strong>, and one of<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span><strong>Accounting Today’s Best Firms to Work For</strong>. We invest in our people and foster meaningful careers built on teamwork, integrity, and shared success.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About Ascend:</strong></p> <p><span data-teams="true">Backed by private equity from people-focused Alpine Investors, Ascend is building a dynamic platform for regional accounting firms that enables them to stay independent while accessing the resources of a Top 25 firm to help them grow. Ascend provides access to growth capital, robust talent acquisition and training, leading quality management resources,&nbsp;best-of-breed technology, AI tools, an offshore captive, shared back-office services, a catalytic leadership system, and modernized equity incentives so that firms can surmount today’s industry challenges to reach their full potential. For more information, visit&nbsp;<a id="menur3s1d" class="fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn" href="http://www.ascendtogether.com/" target="_blank">www.ascendtogether.com</a>.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Essential Functions:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Play a key role in managing client engagements, leading teams, and ensuring the successful execution of audit and tax services.</li> <li>Plan, coordinate, and supervise the various phases of audit and tax engagements and assume responsibility for the end work product.</li> <li>Train, mentor, and evaluate junior staff members, providing guidance and support to enhance their professional growth.</li> <li>Work directly with clients throughout the engagement, including participation in client meetings, and foster client relationships throughout the year.</li> <li>Communicate effectively with clients to understand their needs and deliver exceptional service.</li> <li>Maintain the highest technical and professional standards.</li> <li>Ability to work in a dynamic environment and Oversee multiple client engagements across industries, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables.</li> <li>Stay current on industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices.</li> <li>Provide performance feedback and assist in staff evaluations.</li> <li>Promote a collaborative and inclusive work environment.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Education, Skills and Experience:</strong></p> <ul> <li>5+ years of auditing and tax experience.</li> <li>Bachelors in Accounting, CPA Certification preferred.</li> <li>Strong knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and tax regulations.</li> <li>Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.</li> <li>Must be a team player as well as be able to supervise junior staff.</li> </ul>