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At UnCommon Farms

At UnCommon Farms, we specialize in innovative, sustainable solutions that empower farm businesses to thrive. Dedicated to driving agricultural success, we offer a range of services designed to streamline operations, enhance productivity, and support growth.

Join Our Team!

We're seeking an experienced, detail-driven Agricultural Senior Tax Preparer to join our tax team. This role is responsible for preparing individual, fiduciary, non-profit, partnership, S-corporation, and C-corporation income tax returns, and for supporting payroll tax return preparation for our farm clients. Along with return preparation, you'll provide year-end tax planning and consulting to our members and clients, review returns prepared by other team members, and mentor Tax Preparers on the team.

If you're a technically sharp tax professional who enjoys mentoring others, experienced in agriculture, and building real relationships with clients - this opportunity is for you!

The Team

"UNCOMMON" means being out of the ordinary //: rare, extraordinary, unique, exceptional.

UnCommon Farms is unrelenting in our pursuit to build the most valuable community of farmers in North America. Together, we empower farm families to achieve their goals and control their future.

Why You'll Love This Role

As the Agricultural Senior Tax Preparer, you will:

Tax Return Preparation

Prepare federal and state income tax returns for agricultural individuals, partnerships, corporations, S-corporations, and fiduciaries, including the more complex and higher-difficulty returns assigned within the team.

Client & Member Consulting

Deliver year-end tax planning meetings for assigned farm members and clients.

Meet with farm members and clients to review their tax return, line-by-line, answering their questions and explaining tax situations in a clear manner.

Provide tax consulting for farm members and clients as needed.

Address questions and notices received from clients.

Payroll Tax Support

Support preparation of quarterly and annual payroll reporting for our clients as needed.

Research & Technical Guidance

Research tax rules, reading, interpreting, and taking action.

Review & Mentoring

Review income tax and payroll tax returns prepared by other team members, providing feedback and technical guidance.

Provide mentoring, training, and technical guidance to Tax Preparers and other tax team members.

Additional duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

7-10 years of public tax experience (Agricultural tax experience preferred)

Bachelor's degree in Accounting required

CPA or Enrolled Agent required

Experience with UltraTax and CFS Payroll tax software preferred

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, especially Excel

Ability and willingness to learn and become proficient in using AgManager and CRM software

Advanced written and verbal communication skills, communicating clearly and concisely

Ability to understand and explain economic and accounting information, interpret financial statements, and apply tax rules to member and client situations

Strong attention to detail

Ability to review the work of others, provide constructive feedback, and mentor less experienced team members

High ethical standards, with conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards

Why You'll Love Working at UnCommon Farms

We believe in taking care of our team, offering a competitive benefits package designed to help you thrive:

Flexibility: This position offers a hybrid work option, combining remote work flexibility with at least 2 days a week in the office in Brighton, IL office, with fully remote work considered based on location.

Comprehensive Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, and more

Peace of Mind: Company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance

Financial Growth: 401(k) with 50% company match

Time to Recharge: Start with 3 weeks of paid vacation, 1 week of paid sick time, and 11 company-paid holidays.

Casual & Comfortable: A relaxed dress code so you can focus on what matters.

Invest in Your Future: Tuition assistance to help you achieve your goals.

Competitive Compensation That Rewards Your Expertise

At UnCommon Farms, we recognize and value the expertise you bring. Our compensation package is designed to be both fair and competitive, reflecting the qualifications, education, and expertise needed for success in this role.

Estimated Salary Range: $85,000 - $100,000

*Your final offer will be tailored to your unique background, including your qualifications, certifications, experience, and training.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us shaping a future of agriculture through precise, trusted tax expertise and meaningful partnerships that drive success for farm families.