Managing Director, Tax in South Dakota

Job Description

CPA Public Tax Partner

Managing Director – Tax CPA (Partner Track)
Eastern South Dakota / Western Minnesota Region

Our client, a well-established and highly respected CPA firm serving the Brookings, Moody, Pipestone, and Lincoln Counties, is seeking a Tax-focused CPA to step into a Managing Director role with a clear Partner track. This is a rare opportunity for a proven tax professional with both technical expertise and leadership ambition to join a thriving practice and transition into firm ownership.

The Opportunity

• Join a full-service CPA firm currently comprised of two Partners, two CPA associates, a senior bookkeeper/tax preparer, and dedicated administrative support.
• One of the firm’s current partners is planning retirement in the next 12–24 months, creating a direct pathway to Managing Partner.
• Build upon a strong foundation of long-term client relationships and play a leading role in shaping the future of the firm.

Compensation & Structure

• Competitive and negotiable salary + performance bonus.
• Full-time, primarily in-office with limited remote flexibility (1 day/week).
• Reasonable Probationary period resulting in a formal grant of firm ownership
• Additional equity purchase opportunities are available to increase ownership stake.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and review of complex individual, partnership, farm, corporate, trust/estate tax returns.
• Provide proactive tax planning and high-level advisory services to a diverse client base.
• Manage and mentor associates, junior accountants, and support staff; foster a culture of accuracy, efficiency, and professional growth.
• Oversee accounting processes including general ledger review, month-end/year-end close, financial statement preparation, and compliance.
• Guide firm operations and participate in long-term strategic planning.
• Maintain and grow trusted client relationships while ensuring regulatory compliance and audit readiness.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Licensed CPA with 5+ seasons of recent Public Accounting experience (Tax emphasis).
• Deep technical knowledge of corporate, partnership, trust/estate, and individual tax laws.
• Strong background in GAAP, general ledger management, and financial reporting.
• Experience with QuickBooks and modern accounting/tax preparation systems.
• Proven leadership skills with ability to mentor, delegate, and manage team performance.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with desire to assume equity ownership and leadership responsibility.

This position is ideal for a motivated Tax CPA ready to advance into firm leadership and secure a lasting legacy in a highly respected practice.

If you are seeking not just another CPA role—but the opportunity to lead, own, and grow a firm—we’d like to hear from you.

Vanessa Wergin

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vanessa.wergin@gogpac.com

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