Senior Tax Advisor: Agricultural Advisory & Growth

Wertz & Associates; Yankton (SD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus Program

401(k) with generous employer match

Comprehensive health insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

10 Paid Holidays

Summer Fridays Program

Ongoing training and CPA support

CPA career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Wertz & Associates in Yankton, SD is seeking a Senior Tax Associate to advance tax compliance and advisory services for agricultural and closely held businesses. You will work directly with clients, handle complex engagements, and mentor junior staff while developing leadership skills.

The role offers collaboration with partners and a strong client base, with opportunities for meaningful advisory work and ongoing CPA development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or related field required.
• Master's degree or advanced tax coursework preferred.
• CPA license or active progress toward CPA certification strongly preferred.
• 3+ years of public accounting tax experience.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local tax concepts.
• Agricultural or agribusiness tax experience is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review individual, partnership, corporate, trust, and other tax returns.
• Analyze client financial information and identify tax planning opportunities.
• Research complex tax issues and develop practical solutions.
• Assist with proactive tax planning strategies designed to maximize client outcomes.
• Stay current on tax law changes and emerging industry trends.
• Communicate directly with clients regarding tax matters, planning opportunities, and compliance requirements.
• Build strong professional relationships through exceptional service and responsiveness.
• Assist clients in understanding tax implications and available planning strategies.
• Work closely with managers and partners to deliver valuable advisory solutions.
• Support and review the work of junior staff and interns.
• Assist with training and mentoring less-experienced team members.
• Contribute to process improvements and workflow efficiencies.
• Work closely with team members across a variety of client engagements.
• Continue developing advanced technical tax knowledge.
• Participate in training, continuing education, and CPA development opportunities.

Skills

Tax advisory

Client relations

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Business

Master's degree or advanced tax coursework preferred

CPA license preferred or in progress

Job description

Wertz & Associates in Yankton, SD is seeking a Senior Tax Associate to advance tax compliance and advisory services for agricultural and closely held businesses. You will work directly with clients, handle complex engagements, and mentor junior staff while developing leadership skills.

The role offers collaboration with partners and a strong client base, with opportunities for meaningful advisory work and ongoing CPA development.