TAX ACCOUNTANT/TAX PREPARER

gpac; Burlington (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus opportunities

200 hours PTO

HRA

Paid CPE

CPA support

Relocation assistance

Growth opportunities

Job summary

gpac is seeking a Tax Accountant/Tax Preparer for a well-established public accounting firm in Wisconsin. The role offers direct exposure to leadership, meaningful client interaction, and opportunities for long-term growth amid succession planning.

The ideal candidate has 3-5+ years in public accounting, a BS in Accounting, strong tax preparation experience, and familiarity with individual and business tax returns; CPA preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of public accounting experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• Strong tax preparation experience

Skills

Tax preparation

Client interaction

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

UltraTax

CAS

Job description

Well-established public accounting firm has been serving clients for more than 20 years needing to add a Tax Accountant/Tax Preparer to the team. The firm offers a collaborative, family-oriented environment where employees have direct access to leadership and meaningful client interaction. With a small team of approximately six employees, staff are given significant responsibility, autonomy, and opportunities for long-term growth.

The opening is tied to an upcoming partner retirement, creating a unique opportunity for someone looking to grow their career within a stable and respected firm.

Ideal Candidate -

• 3-5+ years of public accounting experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• Strong tax preparation experience

Experience With

• Individual (1040) tax returns
• Partnership (1065) tax returns
• Corporate (1120/1120S) tax returns
• Financial statement preparation
• Year-end adjusting journal entries
• Bookkeeping and reconciliations
• CPA preferred but not required
• UltraTax experience is a plus
• CAS experience is a plus
• Client Base

Staff Work With a Diverse Client Portfolio Including

• Individuals
• Small businesses
• Closely held companies
• Partnerships
• Corporate entities
• Various industries requiring tax and accounting support

What Makes This Firm Different?

• Direct partner exposure and mentorship
• Small, close-knit team environment
• Opportunity created by succession planning and future growth
• Significant client interaction
• Mix of tax, accounting, and advisory responsibilities
• Strong long-term career advancement potential
• Stable firm with an established client base
• High level of autonomy and responsibility

Benefits -

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• 200 Hours PTO
• HRA
• Paid CPE and professional development
• CPA support
• Relocation assistance available
• Long-term growth opportunities within the firm

Note - Must be valid to work in the US without restrictions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.