• Tax Associate

    Aston Carter (Fargo, ND)


    Job Title: Tax Associate

    Job Description

    We are seeking a dedicated Tax Associate to join our team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with a portfolio primarily focused on customer service and retention, particularly for farm entities. The successful candidate will be responsible for completing timely and technically accurate income tax returns, providing tax planning and consulting, and ensuring customer satisfaction.

    Responsibilities

    + Complete timely and technically accurate income tax returns for farming operations and owners of farmland, including individuals, partnerships, C Corporations, and S Corporations.

    + Provide tax planning and consulting to customers, acting as the primary contact for tax-related services.

    + Manage personal time effectively to meet deadlines for customer returns and planning.

    + Stay current with tax rules and regulations, sharing expertise through internal presentations and answering questions.

    + Invoice customers according to established price minimums and percentage increases.

    + Participate in presentations at industry events and customer meetings to promote tax expertise.

    + Represent the Association at regional industry and agricultural events.

    Essential Skills

    + At least 4 years of experience in tax preparation and planning.

    + Familiarity with CCH tax software and Centerpoint farming software.

    + Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy.

    + Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.

    + Proficiency in customer service and sales skills.

    + Strong time management and organizational skills.

    + Knowledge of agricultural industry and farm operations.

    + Comprehensive knowledge of tax and farm accounting products, services, and regulations.

    + Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Tax, Finance, or a related business field, or equivalent work experience.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + CPA or EA certification is strongly encouraged.

    Work Environment

    This position is based in North Dakota, preferably Fargo, but is open to surrounding areas. The role offers a hybrid work option with two days remote during non-peak seasons. During the planning season (November-December), presence in the office is highly encouraged, while prep season allows for two remote days a week.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $27.40 - $54.80/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a hybrid position in Fargo,ND.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Sep 19, 2025.

    About Aston Carter:

    Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.