Berndt CPA LLC · 4 hours ago
Senior Tax Manager – Director Track
Madison, WI
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expBerndt CPA LLC is a leading tax advisory firm in Wisconsin seeking a Senior Tax Manager - Director Track or Tax Director to enhance their tax services. The role involves overseeing tax compliance, developing tax strategies, and mentoring a high-performing team while contributing to client growth and firm leadership.
AccountingConsultingFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Provide oversight for federal, state, and local tax compliance and filings
Design and implement tax planning strategies to legally minimize liability and support client profitability
Represent clients during audits, tax controversies, and negotiations with tax authorities
Consult on tax implications related to business transactions, M&A, and structural decisions
Supervise, mentor, and develop a high-performing tax team
Stay current with evolving tax laws and disseminate insights across the firm
Enhance tax department efficiency through process improvements, SOPs, automation, and technology adoption
Collaborate cross-functionally with accounting, payroll, and HR teams to deliver integrated client solutions
Contribute to business development through RFP participation, networking, and thought leadership
Qualification
Required
CPA license required (MST or JD/LLM in Taxation highly preferred)
Senior Tax Manager candidates: 8+ years of progressive tax experience with leadership responsibility
Director-level candidates: 10-15 years of progressive tax experience, including leadership roles
Strong experience in public accounting or complex corporate tax environments
Proficiency with tax software, research, and analytics tools
Strategic thinking, business acumen, and strong problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop tax professionals
Commitment to ethics and compliance under Circular 230 and professional standards
Comfort with digital tax platforms and emerging technologies, including AI-enabled tools
Preferred
Business development experience preferred (level of involvement scaled to role)
Significant experience with passthrough entities (S Corporations and Partnerships)
Significant experience with multi-state tax compliance for businesses and high-net-worth individuals
Working knowledge of estate and trust taxation preferred
Benefits
Competitive compensation and bonus program
Flex-time or full-time options with partial remote work available
Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401k match)
Supportive, people-first firm culture with regular team events
Professional development and career advancement opportunities
Paid time for community involvement and networking
Modern technology and tools in a collaborative environment
Company
Berndt CPA LLC
At Berndt CPA LLC, we believe entrepreneurs are the driving force behind innovation, job creation, and community growth.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Alicia Greer, CPA
COO
Jay Mouille, CPA
Partner
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