Tax Accountant

Lutz; Holdrege (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (employee)

401(k) with company match

Profit sharing

Disability and life insurance

FSA, dental and vision

Paid time off

Job summary

Lutz is seeking a Senior Tax professional in Holdrege, Nebraska to focus on tax planning, client relationships, and sophisticated tax returns in a regional CPA firm setting.

You’ll prepare and review individual and business returns, with S-Corp concentration, and provide year-round tax planning while building long-term client relationships under the guidance of senior leadership.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of tax experience, ideally within public accounting.
• Strong individual and business tax preparation experience.
• Ability to work directly with clients and communicate tax concepts effectively.
• CPA strongly preferred, but experienced non-CPA tax professionals will be considered.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred.
• Agricultural tax experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review individual and business income tax returns, with a significant concentration of S-Corporations.
• Provide year‑round tax planning and consulting to individuals and business owners.
• Build trusted, long‑term relationships with clients.
• Identify tax planning opportunities and help clients make informed financial decisions.
• Support tax compliance and other accounting/advisory needs.
• Work closely with a shareholder and other experienced members of the firm.

Skills

Client communication

Tax preparation

Tax planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

UltraTax

Thomson Reuters Accounting CS

QuickBooks Desktop/Online

Xero

Job description

*Only the most qualified candidates will be contacted

If you enjoy public accounting but want to spend your time focused on tax, planning and client relationships—not audit work—this could be a great next step. Join our client, an established regional CPA firm where you’ll have direct access to firm leadership, a loyal client base and the opportunity to take ownership of meaningful client relationships without getting lost in a large‑firm environment.

This opportunity is based in Holdrege, Nebraska. The team is collaborative, flexible and family‑oriented. The title and level can flex based on experience, making this a strong fit for an experienced Senior Accountant, CPA or other seasoned tax professional.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and review individual and business income tax returns, with a significant concentration of S-Corporations
• Provide year‑round tax planning and consulting to individuals and business owners
• Build trusted, long‑term relationships with clients
• Identify tax planning opportunities and help clients make informed financial decisions
• Support tax compliance and other accounting/advisory needs
• Work closely with a shareholder and other experienced members of the firm

What They’re Looking For

• 4+ years of tax experience, ideally within public accounting
• Strong individual and business tax preparation experience
• Ability to work directly with clients and communicate tax concepts effectively
• CPA strongly preferred, but experienced non‑CPA tax professionals will be considered
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred
• Agricultural tax experience is a plus, but not required
• Experience with tax and accounting platforms such as UltraTax, Thomson Reuters Accounting CS, QuickBooks Desktop/Online, Xero or similar systems is helpful.

Why Consider It?

• Established regional firm with more than 60 years in business
• Tax‑focused role with no audit responsibilities
• Direct interaction with firm leadership
• 100% employer‑paid health insurance premium for the employee
• 401(k) eligibility from Day One with a 4% company match
• Profit sharing
• Disability and life insurance
• FSA, dental and vision options
• Paid time off based on tenure
• New-client incentive program
• Opportunity for continued professional growth with flexibility around title and level

If you’re an experienced tax professional who likes the client side of public accounting and wants a firm where relationships, flexibility and longevity still matter, this is an opportunity worth exploring.