Senior Tax Accountant / CPA

Wertz & Associates; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Generous paid time off

Flexible scheduling

Firm-paid life insurance

Firm-paid disability insurance

Professional membership dues

Continuing education and CPA developer

Job summary

Wertz & Associates in Manhattan, Kansas, seeks a Senior Tax Accountant / CPA to work directly with business owners, farmers, families, and trusts. You will lead tax planning, advisory services, and client relationship management while building technical expertise in a collaborative firm.

The role offers meaningful, long-term career development, mentorship, and flexible scheduling with no overnight travel. CPA credentials or active pursuit are preferred for this opportunity.

Qualifications

• CPA license or active pursuit of CPA certification preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
• 2–3+ years of public accounting tax experience
• Experience preparing individual and business tax returns
• Strong understanding of tax compliance concepts and procedures
• Experience with QuickBooks preferred
• Experience with Thomson Reuters UltraTax and Accounting CS a plus
• Strong communication and client relationship skills
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review individual, business, partnership, and trust tax returns
• Assist clients with proactive tax planning strategies
• Research tax issues and develop practical recommendations
• Respond to federal and state tax notices
• Ensure timely, accurate, and high-quality client deliverables
• Build strong relationships with business owners and individual clients
• Provide year-round guidance regarding tax and financial matters
• Deliver exceptional client service through responsiveness and communication

Skills

Public accounting tax experience

Client relationship management

Tax planning

Communication skills

CPA credential pursuit

Education

CPA license or active pursuit of CPA certification

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

QuickBooks

Thomson Reuters UltraTax and Accounting CS

Job description

Senior Tax Accountant / CPA

Tax Advisory | Client Relationships | Career Advancement | Public Accounting

Compensation: $75,000–$110,000 Base + Paid Overtime + Bonus Potential

Location: Manhattan, Kansas

Our client, a well-established and highly respected public accounting and advisory firm, is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant / CPA to join its growing team in Manhattan, Kansas.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a tax professional who wants more than simply preparing tax returns.

You'll work directly with business owners, farmers, families, entrepreneurs, trusts, and closely held businesses while developing valuable expertise in tax planning, consulting, client advisory services, and relationship management.

With a strong reputation built over decades of client service, the firm continues to grow by combining technical excellence with personalized attention. Professionals here enjoy meaningful client interaction, long-term career development, and a culture where contributions are recognized and rewarded.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• $75,000–$110,000 base salary
• Paid overtime at 1.5x regular pay
• Significant client-facing interaction
• Diverse client exposure including businesses, agricultural operations, trusts, and individuals
• Meaningful tax planning and advisory work
• Strong mentorship and career development opportunities
• Flexible scheduling
• No overnight travel required
• Established and respected firm with long-term client relationships
• Clear growth path toward management and leadership opportunities

Exceptional candidates with extensive public accounting experience, CPA credentials, or advanced tax planning expertise may be considered above the posted compensation range.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Tax Accountant, you'll play a key role in helping clients navigate complex tax matters while building trusted relationships and developing your technical and advisory expertise.

You'll collaborate closely with firm leadership while serving clients across a variety of industries and business structures.

This role offers experience in:

• Tax Compliance & Planning
• Client Advisory Services
• Financial Statement Preparation
• Small Business Consulting
• Agricultural Accounting
• Career Advancement & Leadership Development

Key Responsibilities

Tax Planning & Compliance

• Prepare and review individual, business, partnership, trust, and related tax returns
• Assist clients with proactive tax planning strategies
• Research tax issues and develop practical recommendations
• Respond to federal and state tax notices
• Ensure timely, accurate, and high-quality client deliverables

Client Advisory

• Build strong relationships with business owners and individual clients
• Provide year-round guidance regarding tax and financial matters
• Assist with tax consulting and planning engagements
• Deliver exceptional client service through responsiveness and communication

Accounting & Business Services

• Prepare financial statements and supporting reports
• Assist clients with payroll and payroll tax compliance matters
• Support bookkeeping and accounting engagements as necessary
• Help clients improve processes and financial reporting accuracy

Professional Growth

• Continue developing technical tax expertise
• Participate in continuing education and professional development programs
• Collaborate with experienced professionals and firm leadership
• Build skills that support advancement into future leadership opportunities

Qualifications

• CPA license or active pursuit of CPA certification preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
• 2–3+ years of public accounting tax experience
• Experience preparing individual and business tax returns
• Strong understanding of tax compliance concepts and procedures
• Experience with QuickBooks preferred
• Experience with Thomson Reuters UltraTax and Accounting CS a plus
• Strong communication and client relationship skills
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities

Who Thrives Here?

The ideal candidate:

• Enjoys working directly with clients and becoming a trusted resource
• Wants exposure to tax planning and advisory services
• Takes pride in delivering high-quality work
• Values teamwork and collaboration
• Is committed to professionalism and continuous learning
• Has ambitions to continue growing within public accounting
• Appreciates a flexible and supportive work environment

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Paid overtime at 1.5x regular pay
• Health insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Generous paid time off
• Flexible benefits plan
• Flexible scheduling
• Firm-paid life insurance
• Firm-paid disability insurance
• Professional membership dues
• Continuing education and CPA development support

About Our Client

Our client is a long-standing public accounting and advisory firm with a reputation for delivering personalized service, technical excellence, and practical business solutions. Serving individuals, families, agricultural operations, closely held businesses, trusts, and nonprofit organizations, they provide comprehensive tax, accounting, consulting, payroll, and advisory services designed to help clients succeed.

As the firm continues to grow, they are seeking professionals who are passionate about client service, committed to professional excellence, and eager to build long-term careers within a collaborative and relationship-focused environment.