Senior Tax Associate

Senior Tax Associate Agricultural Tax | Client Advisory | Career Growth Opportunity

Compensation: $80,000–$100,000 Base + Annual Bonus Opportunity

Location: Yankton, South Dakota

Our client, a highly respected and growing public accounting and advisory firm, is seeking a Senior Tax Associate to join its expanding tax team in Yankton, South Dakota.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a tax professional looking to move beyond compliance work and become a trusted resource to clients, business owners, agricultural operations, and closely held companies.

You’ll have the opportunity to work directly with clients, tackle increasingly complex tax engagements, develop advanced planning skills, mentor less‑experienced team members, and build a clear path toward future leadership opportunities within the firm.

• $80,000–$100,000 base salary
• Annual firm‑wide bonus opportunity
• Direct exposure to partners and firm leadership
• Strong agricultural and agribusiness client base
• Meaningful client interaction and advisory experience
• Diverse and challenging tax engagements
• Clear advancement path toward Manager‑level responsibilities
• Collaborative and relationship‑focused culture
• Ongoing professional development and CPA support
• Excellent benefits and work‑life balance

Exceptional candidates with strong public accounting experience, agricultural tax knowledge, or advanced technical capabilities may be considered above the posted compensation range.

As a Senior Tax Associate, you'll play an important role in delivering high‑quality tax compliance and advisory services while continuing to grow your technical expertise and client‑facing skills.

You’ll work closely with business owners, agricultural producers, entrepreneurs, families, and individuals, helping them navigate complex tax matters and identify planning opportunities throughout the year.

This role offers valuable experience in:

• Tax Compliance & Planning
• Client Advisory Services
• Agricultural & Agribusiness Taxation
• Tax Research & Complex Problem Solving
• Staff Development & Mentorship
• Career Advancement & Leadership Growth

• 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 collaboratively 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
• Build skills necessary for future advancement into management and leadership roles
• Gain exposure to increasingly sophisticated client engagements and planning projects

• 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
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment

The ideal candidate:

• Enjoys solving complex tax challenges
• Wants meaningful client…