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Tax Director/ Partner
Berndt CPA LLC —Madison, WI
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
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- Research
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Senior Tax Manager (Director Track)
Berndt CPA LLC —Madison, WI
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- Mentoring
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Tax Associate - Advocacy & Controversy Tax
Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP —Madison, WI
- $81,450 - $154,430 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
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- Mid-level
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Tax Senior Associate - Advocacy & Controversy
Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP —Madison, WI
- $81,450 - $154,430 a year
- Full-time
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- Microsoft Excel
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Tax Director/ Partner
Berndt CPA LLC —Madison, WI
CPA license (MST or JD/LLM in Taxation highly preferred). Supervise and develop a high-performing tax team, fostering technical growth.
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Tax Director/ Partner

Berndt CPA LLC
Madison, WI

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Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Flextime
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
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Full Job Description

Make a difference. Empower clients. Lead the future of tax and tax advisory services.

Join Berndt CPA LLC as a strategic, client-centric Tax Director / Partner and help lead one of Wisconsin's top-rated tax advisory teams alongside our Chief Tax Officer.

Position Summary

The Tax Director / Partner will assist in managing the firm's tax planning, compliance, and strategy for a portfolio of businesses, while actively contributing to client growth, firm leadership, and mentoring. This leader collaborates closely with firm partners and executive stakeholders with extensive influence and autonomy.

Description of Duties

Provide oversight for all federal, state, local, and 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 for business transactions, M&A, and structural decisions.
Supervise and develop a high-performing tax team, fostering technical growth.
Stay current with evolving tax laws and disseminate insights across the firm.
Enhance tax department efficiency through process improvements, SOPs, automation, and innovative technology adoption.
Actively engage in business development-contributing to RFPs, networking, and thought leadership.
Collaborate cross-functionally with accounting, payroll, and HR teams to deliver integrated client solutions.

Recommended Skills and Qualifications

CPA license (MST or JD/LLM in Taxation highly preferred).
10–15 years of progressive tax experience, including leadership roles within public or corporate settings.
Proficient with tax software, research and analytics tools.
Strong strategic thinking, business acumen, and problem-solving capabilities.
Excellent communication and presentation skills for diverse audiences.
Leadership aptitude with a track record of mentoring and developing tax teams.
Business development experience: networking, proposals, and client engagement.
Commitment to ethics and compliance under Circular230 and professional standards.
Demonstrated proficiency with digital tax platforms and openness to emerging technologies, including AI-driven tools.

Best Practices for Success in This Role

Anticipate and translate tax implications into business insights aligned with goals.
Significant experience with business passthrough tax returns (S Corporations and Partnerships).
Significant experience with multi-state tax compliance for both business entities and high-net-worth individuals.
Working knowledge of estate and trust taxation preferred
Our firm does not perform any work for publicly traded companies.
Establish KPIs and SOPs to ensure quality and consistency in deliverables.
Cultivate deep, strategic relationships with clients and external advisors.
Champion process improvement via tech adoption, automation, and digital transformation.
Maintain high ethical standards and ensure material compliance across all practice areas.
Mentor team members and actively build the next generation of firm leaders.
Support business growth through thought leadership, events, speaking engagements, and referrals.
Lead periodic evaluations of tax strategy ROI, performance metrics, and improvement opportunities.

What We Offer

At Berndt CPA LLC, we support our team members in maintaining a healthy work-life balance. We provide a collaborative environment where professional growth is encouraged, and personal flexibility is respected. This position offers:

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

Awards And Recognition – Recent

2026 - Top Work Places - Small Business - Wisconsin State Journal
2025 – Top Work Places – Small Business – Wisconsin State Journal
2025 – Best Places to Work – Small Business – Madison Magazine
2025 – Best Accounting Firm to Work For – Accounting Today
2024 – People's Choice Awards – Best Accounting Firm
2024 – Top Work Places – Small Business – Wisconsin State Journal
2024 – Best Places to Work – Small Business – Madison Magazine
2024 – InBusiness Executive Choice Award – Accounting Firm
2024 – Best Accounting Firm to Work For – Accounting Today

If you're ready to shape the future of a top-tier tax and tax advisory firm while growing your impact and leadership, we'd love to hear from you.

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