Since 2010, the firm and its predecessor have been helping entrepreneurs, both established and new business owners, in the creation and preservation of business value and personal wealth. Whether you are a startup entity, an emerging company, a growing company, an individual, a sole proprietor, or even a partnership our team can help you exceed your goals.

Our team utilizes state-of-the-art technology in Tax & Accounting and Payroll & HR matters.

Berndt CPA is here not only to help you manage and grow your business, but to help you achieve your business and personal financial goals, so that your business can be a means to enjoy all of your life’s passions.

Industry: Accounting
Company Size: 11-50 employees

Berndt CPA LLC

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

Join Berndt CPA LLC - one of Wisconsin's top-rated accounting firms - as a Senior Tax Accountant.

**Position Summary**

The Senior Tax Accountant is responsible for preparing and reviewing business and individual tax returns, performing tax research, and serving as a client liaison to support long-term financial planning. This role is ideal for a candidate with strong tax knowledge and a passion for client relationships and mentorship. You will collaborate with firm partners, coach junior team members, and support business development initiatives.

**Description Of Duties**

Tax Technical Responsibilities

- Prepare and review complex business returns (Forms 1120, 1120S, 1065) and individual tax returns.

- Create and review detailed work papers to support tax filings.

- Conduct tax research using platforms such as Checkpoint and other firm tools and clearly communicate findings to clients.

- Deliver high-quality work within expected timeframes and budget parameters.

- Support partners and senior leaders in identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.

- Develop and begin executing a Personal Marketing Plan.

- Mentor and lead a high-performing tax team: promote continuous learning

Client Relationship Management

- Establish and maintain strong trusted client relationships through regular communication and occasional on-site visits.

- Act as a trusted advisor to clients by understanding their goals and delivering proactive tax guidance.

- Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of client businesses and industries.

Team Leadership and Development

- Mentor and train entry-level staff and interns by offering guidance and serving as a professional role model.

- Support team collaboration and knowledge sharing.

**Recommended Skills And Qualifications**

- Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.

- CPA license or actively pursuing CPA designation.

- Minimum of 2 years' experience in public or private accounting.

- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).

- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities independently.

- Experience in a paperless office environment is preferred.

- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

- Entrepreneurial spirit with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.

**Best Practices for Success in This Role**

- Foster personalized client relationships by tailoring strategies to individual and business needs.

- Embrace multiple communication methods (e.g., email, phone, video) to stay engaged and responsive to clients and team members.

- Take the initiative to identify client needs and offer timely tax planning insights.

- Provide mentorship that empowers junior staff to grow and contribute meaningfully.

- Participate in community involvement and professional networking as part of a well-rounded service model.

- Embrace continuous learning and professional development, particularly in tax law updates and client advisory services.

**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, depending on the candidate's preferences

- 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

**Ready to grow your career with a firm that invests in your success? Apply today and bring your expertise to a people-first firm that values your impact **

Senior Tax Accountant

Meet IFF:

We boldly bring together science and creativity to create what the world needs.

An industry leader in food, beverage, scent, health and biosciences, we create essential solutions – from global icons to unexpected innovations and experiences. Equal parts outspoken and analytical, our international collective of thinkers works with customers to bring scents, tastes, experiences, ingredients and solutions for products people crave.

With 22,000 employees across 65 countries, more than 110 manufacturing facilities, 100 R&D centers, and 33,000 customers across the world, we’re poised to make a difference on an unprecedented scale. Without our boundary-pushing passion and end-to-end expertise, the future wouldn’t be the same.

Visit us at www.iff.com to learn more about how our talented people and new technology are challenging the expected, championing creators and doing more good for people and planet.

Explore what sets us apart.

Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
Company Size: 10,001+ employees

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences, delivering sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.

Health & Biosciences: Channeling our passion for nature and bioscience into sustainable, life-enhancing technologies that power innovative solutions across healthcare, food, consumer and industrial markets

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The role is based in Madison, Wisconsin (on-site role with travel). You will be part of a customer-focused, collaborative, and solution-oriented team that partners closely with customers to develop high-quality, innovative dairy products using enzyme-based solutions. Together, we make a meaningful impact across the global dairy industry by applying strong technical insight, analytical problem-solving, and application expertise. Your potential is our inspiratio

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Where You’ll Make a Differe

- nceLead a diverse project portfolio, including technical sales support, customer trials, troubleshooting, training, and new product and analytical method development for dairy enzyme applicati

- onsDesign and execute laboratory, pilot, and commercial-scale experiments to evaluate dairy enzyme performance in dairy products, including activity, functionality, stability, and impact on texture, flavor, and shelf l

- ifeDevelop and optimize dairy product formulations by selecting and applying enzyme solutions to meet customer needs, processing requirements, and product performance targ

- etsProvide technical expertise and hands-on support to customers and distributors in the use of dairy enzymes, including troubleshooting through compositional, rheological, and performance-based analytical techniq

- uesTranslate customer challenges, product performance data, and market insights into actionable opportunities for dairy enzyme innovat

- ionCollaborate cross-functionally with research and development (R&D), marketing, product management, regulatory, and global application te

- amsBuild and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, including customers, distributors, and academic expe

- rtsDeliver technical presentations, reports, and product demonstrations to internal and external audien

- cesRepresent IFF at industry events such as trade shows, seminars, and webin

arsWhat Makes You the Right

- FitMaster’s (MSc) or Doctorate (PhD) degree with 3+ years of experience, or Bachelor’s (BSc) with 9+ years of relevant experience in the dairy indus

- tryStrong knowledge of dairy chemistry, enzyme functionality, dairy processing, and product formulat

- ionHands-on experience in laboratory and pilot plant environments for dairy applications, with emphasis on analytical techniques used to assess enzyme performance in products such as yogurt, cheese, UHT milk, cream cheese, buttermilk, and sour cream, including HPLC-based analysis where applica

- bleProven ability to manage independent and cross-functional projects in a fast-paced environm

- entStrong technical problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret analytical results and translate findings into practical dairy application soluti

- onsSolid commercial acumen and ability to balance technical requirements with business ne

- edsExcellent communication and presentation skills in Engl

- ishAbility to work both independently and collaboratively across diverse te

- amsWillingness and ability to travel approximately 20–50% domestically and occasionally internationa

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How Would You Stand

- Out?Industry experience in yogurt and/or high protein beverage manufactu

- ringFamiliarity with dairy enzymes, enzyme application strategies, and analytical approaches for product and process optimization, including HPLC for compositional and performance anal

- ysisEstablished network within the dairy or food science commu

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Why Choos

- e Us?Contribute to solutions that support a safer, healthier, and more sustainable

- worldBe part of a global organization that values innovation and creat

- ivityCollaborate with diverse, cross-functional teams on impactful pro

- jectsGain exposure to cutting-edge technologies in dairy and biosci

- encesWork in a dynamic, customer-focused environment with growth opportun

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Application Scientist

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