Remote Senior Tax Preparer

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.

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!

UnCommon Farms is unrelenting in our pursuit to build the most valuable community of farmers in North America. 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.

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.
Payroll Tax Support

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

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

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.
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
Ability to understand and explain economic and accounting information, interpret financial statements, and apply tax rules to member and client situations
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
Start with 3 weeks of paid vacation, 1 week of paid sick time, and 11 company-paid holidays.
Casual & Comfortable: Invest in Your Future: Tuition assistance to help you achieve your goals.

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

Join us shaping a future of agriculture through precise, trusted tax expertise and meaningful partnerships that drive success for farm families.

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