Temporary Associate Tax Consultant

Compeer Financial; Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Compeer Financial, a member-owned cooperative serving agriculture and rural communities, is hiring a Casual/Seasonal Associate Tax Consultant in Wisconsin. The role supports the Tax and Accounting team with tax returns and admin tasks during January to April 2027, with a flexible, hybrid work environment.

Ideal for students with basic tax experience; compensation is hourly and commensurate with year in school and experience, with benefits as described and opportunity to grow in a collaborative

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of tax return preparation preferred.
• Strong accuracy and time management skills.
• High ethical and professional judgment.

Responsibilities

• Assist Tax Consultants with input of client financial information for annual payroll filings, monthly accounting, and federal & state tax returns.
• Work collaboratively with a team of CPAs, EAs, and tax/accounting professionals to produce quality financial products and services for agricultural producers.
• Develop farm tax knowledge specific to the agricultural industry.
• Provide administrative support such as organizing documents, scanning, printing, and mailing.

Skills

Tax return preparation

Attention to detail

Time management

Ethical judgment

MS Office

Adobe applications

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tax software

Accounting software

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Empowered to live. Inspired to work.

Compeer Financial is a member-owned cooperative located in Illinois, Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together team members with a variety of backgrounds and experiences to help provide financial services to support agriculture and rural communities. Join us in a culture that not only promotes meaningful work and professional development, but provides a flexible, hybrid work environment and excellent benefits, which empower you to thrive both personally and professionally.

How We Support You

• Hybrid model – up to 50% work from home
• Flexible schedules including ample flexibility in the summer months
• Up to 9% towards 401k (3% fixed Compeer contribution plus up to 6% match)
• Benefits: medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, life & AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability, wellness program & EAP
• Vacation, sick leave, holidays/floating holidays, parental leave, and volunteer paid time off
• Learning and development programs
• Mentorship programs
• Cross-functional committee opportunities (i.e. Inclusion Council, emerging professional groups, etc.)
• Professional membership/certification reimbursement and more!

Casual/seasonal & intern team members are not eligible for benefits except for state-mandated programs.

To learn more about Compeer Financial visit www.compeer.com/careers.

This position will work part-time (January 2027-Mid-April 2027). This position is open to Fond du Lac, WI; Sun Prairie, WI; Dodgeville, WI; Prairie du Sac, WI; or Lancaster, WI office location(s).

The Contributions You Will Make

The Casual/Seasonal Associate Tax Consultant position at Compeer Financial is designed for individuals who are collaborative, innovative, and dynamic. This role involves assisting the Tax and Accounting team in preparing tax returns and providing administrative support. The position is temporary, spanning from January 2027 to mid-April 2027.

A Typical Day

• Assist Tax Consultants with input of client financial information for annual payroll filings, monthly accounting, and federal & state tax returns.
• Work collaboratively with a team of CPAs, EAs, and tax/accounting professionals to produce quality financial products and services for agricultural producers.
• Develop farm tax knowledge specific to the agricultural industry.
• Provide administrative support such as organizing documents, scanning, printing, and mailing.

The Skills And Experience We Prefer You Have

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Minimum 1 year of tax return preparation preferred
• High degree of accuracy, attention to detail, organizational and time management skills.
• Exercises a high level of ethical and professional judgement.
• Strong computer skills, including MS Office, adobe applications and tax and accounting software.
• Self-motivated individual driven to learn and grow.
• Knowledge of agriculture and agricultural operations is a plus but not required.

How We Will Take Care Of You

Actual hourly rate offered is dependent upon year in school, work experience, transferable skills, business needs and market demands. The hourly rate range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Base Pay

$19 - $21 USD

Compeer Financial is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. Compeer is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

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