Senior Tax Advisor
Collins Consulting is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Tax Advisor to join their team. The Senior Tax Advisor supports tax-related functions for Collins Consulting, TS Banking Group, and affiliated business units. This role is responsible for preparing and reviewing tax returns for agricultural and business entities, coordinating with related owner / consumer returns, and providing proactive, complex tax planning strategies.
Preferred Experience
- Direct experience with farm and agricultural clients, including planning around land sales, equipment purchases, and seasonal income cycles.
- Familiarity with multi-generational family business structures and succession planning.
Education & Credentials
CPA or EA designation required . Minimum of 5–7 years of tax preparation and planning experience. Master's Degree (M.A.) in Taxation or Juris Doctor (J.D.) with tax focus preferred.
Location
Council Bluffs / Hybrid.
Responsibilities
Prepare and review tax returns for C Corporations, S Corporations, Partnerships, and Trusts, with a focus on agricultural and closely-held business entities.Complete and integrate individual / consumer tax returns tied to entity ownership, ensuring seamless coordination between entity and owner-level tax positions.Provide strategic tax planning services including entity selection and restructuring, multi-generational and succession planning, timing strategies for income, deductions, and capital purchases, gifting, estate, and trust coordination.Research and apply agriculture-specific tax laws, including Section 199A, depreciation, conservation expenses, cooperative patronage dividends, and other relevant provisions.Serve as a trusted advisor to clients by explaining complex tax issues in a clear, actionable way.Collaborate with bankers, client relationship managers, wealth planning team, fiduciary officers, and attorneys on client planning and wealth management strategies.Maintain strong knowledge of current federal and multi-state tax regulations, with emphasis on Midwest states tax compliance.Proficiency with leading tax software platforms and strong Excel / financial modeling skills.Ensure timely tax filings and payment remittances.Mentor and support junior staff as needed during peak filing periods.Handle tax audits and other compliance-related matters, including communications and responses with tax authorities.Strong communication and interpersonal skills; capable of building trusted client relationships.Qualifications
CPA or EA designation required with minimum 5–7 years of tax preparation and planning experience.Strong technical foundation in tax compliance and deep knowledge of ag-related tax issues.Proficient in tax software, Excel, and financial modeling.Ability to integrate entity-level and individual tax returns.Excellent analytical and communication skills.Experience with multi-state tax regulations; knowledge of Midwest states compliance preferred.Benefits & Compensation
Pay is based on experience and earned professional designations. Hybrid working arrangement available.
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