Berndt CPA Careers
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Join Berndt CPA LLC as a Senior Tax Manager - Director Track or Tax Director and help lead one of Wisconsin's top-rated tax advisory teams alongside our Chief Tax Officer. This role is ideal for an experienced tax leader ready to step into broader influence, strategic leadership, and long-term growth within the firm.
Position Summary
This position may be filled at the Senior Tax Manager (Director Track) or Tax Director level, depending on experience. The role assists in managing the firm's tax planning, compliance, and strategy for a portfolio of businesses, while actively contributing to client growth, firm leadership, and team development.
You will collaborate closely with firm partners and executive stakeholders, with significant influence, autonomy, and a clear pathway for advancement.
Description of Duties
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
Recommended Skills and Qualifications
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
Business development experience preferred (level of involvement scaled to role)
Commitment to ethics and compliance under Circular 230 and professional standards
Comfort with digital tax platforms and emerging technologies, including AI-enabled tools
Best Practices for Success in This Role
Translate tax implications into practical business insights
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
Our firm does not perform work for publicly traded companies
Establish KPIs and SOPs to ensure quality and consistency
Cultivate strong, long-term client relationships
Champion process improvement through technology and automation
Maintain high ethical standards across all practice areas
Mentor team members and help build future firm leaders
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
- 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 an experienced tax professional ready to grow your leadership impact within a forward-thinking firm, we'd love to start the conversation.
Join Our Team
Join a firm with endless opportunities to grow, and be part of a community that puts people at the heart of all we do.
Berndt CPA is dedicated to getting to know people on a level that puts their needs and values first, for both our clients and our team members. Our team members all bring valuable skills to our firm that are always growing and advancing, because we believe in striving for the best for our clients.
If you value community, collaboration, inclusivity and the opportunity to grow in a job you love, you’re exactly what we’re looking for.
Working With Us
At Berndt CPA, everything we do is focused on giving entrepreneurs and small business owners a competitive edge. In fact, we’ve reinvented the accounting model to help you better manage daily operations and provide you with the insight required to boost productivity and profitability.
