Senior Tax Accountant / Accounting Supervisor

Overhead Solutions Group

Norfolk, VA

Full-Time | In-Person

Salary: $80,000–$100,000 per year

Position Overview

Overhead Solutions Group is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Accountant / Accounting Supervisor to join our Norfolk, Virginia office.

This is an in-person position for an experienced accountant who is ready to take ownership of engagements, review work prepared by staff, manage tax deadlines, and oversee a portfolio of monthly accounting clients.

This is not a tax-preparation-only role. The successful candidate will be expected to review tax returns, supervise and develop staff, review monthly financial reporting and accounting work, communicate directly with clients, and help ensure projects move from assignment through completion.

The ideal candidate is technically strong, organized, proactive, and comfortable reviewing the work of others rather than requiring detailed step-by-step direction.

Key ResponsibilitiesTax

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 tax extensions, estimated payments, and tax projections.
Perform tax research and assist with complex federal and state tax matters.
Communicate directly with clients regarding tax documents, outstanding items, deadlines, and tax questions.
Assist with IRS and state tax notices and correspondence.
Ensure tax files are properly documented and meet firm quality standards.

Monthly Accounting & Client Management

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, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and month-end close work prepared by staff.
Identify unusual balances, unreconciled accounts, missing documentation, and accounting errors.
Ensure monthly accounting engagements are completed accurately and on schedule.
Assist with accounting cleanup and catch-up projects when necessary.
Review balance sheet accounts and financial reporting for accuracy and completeness.
Communicate with clients regarding accounting questions and outstanding information.
Help improve client accounting procedures and internal workflows.

Staff Supervision & Engagement Management

Review work prepared by staff accountants and other team members.
Assign work and help manage staff workloads and deadlines.
Provide clear review notes and ensure corrections are properly completed.
Train and mentor staff on tax preparation, accounting procedures, documentation, and firm standards.
Monitor engagement progress and proactively address delays or outstanding items.
Help staff resolve technical accounting and tax questions.
Ensure client requests and deadlines are properly followed through to completion.
Work closely with firm leadership to improve quality, efficiency, and accountability.
Assist with managing multiple client engagements simultaneously during both tax season and throughout the year.

QualificationsRequired

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

Preferred

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

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who can review, manage, and lead—not simply prepare assigned work.

The right candidate should be comfortable receiving a tax return, month-end close, reconciliation, or financial statement package from a staff accountant and determining whether the work is accurate, complete, properly supported, and ready to move forward.

You should be comfortable providing staff with direction, following up on assignments, communicating with clients, managing deadlines, and taking ownership of your engagements.

We value professionals who identify problems, research solutions, communicate clearly, and take responsibility for getting work completed correctly and on time.

Compensation

$80,000–$100,000 per year, depending on experience, credentials, technical knowledge, and demonstrated ability to review work and supervise staff.

Candidates with a CPA or EA designation, significant tax review experience, and prior supervisory or management experience may be considered toward the upper end of the salary range.

Work Location

This is a full-time, in-person position in Norfolk, Virginia.

Growth Opportunity

This position offers the opportunity to grow into a larger management role within the firm.

As Overhead Solutions Group continues to grow, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to take on increased responsibility for client relationships, staff development, tax engagements, and management of the firm's recurring accounting portfolio.

Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Continuing education credits
Flexible schedule
Paid training

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Tax: 3 years (Preferred)
QuickBooks: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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