Full-Time
Associate Tax Consultant
Compeer Financial
501-1,000 employees
Member-owned lender providing agricultural financing.
Compensation Overview
$57.9k - $82.1k/yr
No H1B Sponsorship
Eau Claire, WI, USA + 2 more
More locations: Rochester, MN, USA | Onalaska, WI, USA
Hybrid
Hybrid work option of up to 50% remote.
Bachelor's
 Accounting (1) |
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- Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Analytical skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends in order to meet deadlines and client expectations.
- Limited travel is required.
- Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
- Compeer is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
- Provide tax preparation, planning, and consulting support for clients and the Tax and Accounting team.
- Build collaborative client relationships and offer tax and accounting knowledge and services under the direct mentoring of a Senior Tax Consultant.
- Prepare income tax returns under the guidance of a tax consultant.
- Serve as a mentor and resource for tax interns during tax season.
- Plan and organize workload for maximum efficiency and productivity.
- Collect on delinquent client accounts.
- Assist with accounting transactions in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and company policies and procedures.
- Assist the Accounting Specialist with accurate and timely accounting processing.
- Handle less complex accounting accounts, including depreciation, payroll processing, and full-service accounts.
- Meet multiple account deadlines, including processing accounting files for tax planning, preparing W-2 and 1099 forms, and completing year-end tax preparation.
- Learn all aspects of tax planning and preparation.
- Participate in self-development opportunities covering technical knowledge, business management, tax law, and interpersonal skills.
- Provide tax and accounting answers and expertise to team members and clients.
- Participate in developing and presenting educational programs for team members and clients regarding tax and accounting services.
- Assist team members at company-sponsored events.
- Develop knowledge of company products and services.
- Market and cross-sell company products and services to existing clients and prospects.
- Develop relationships with team members in the assigned office or territory to facilitate referrals and new business.
- Experience preparing taxes.
Compeer Financial is a member-owned Farm Credit cooperative that provides financial services for agriculture and rural communities in Illinois, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. It offers loans, leases, risk management, and other financing solutions tailored to farming operations and rural needs. The company operates through a cooperative model where member-owners use and guide the services, focusing on practical financing for equipment, operations, and risk mitigation rather than a traditional for-profit bank approach. What sets Compeer apart is its member-owned structure within the Farm Credit system, its regional focus on three Midwestern states, and its emphasis on empowering employees with flexible work environments and professional development. The goal is to support agriculture and rural America by delivering dependable financial products while enabling team members to thrive personally and professionally.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Sun Prairie, Wisconsin
Founded
1916
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- November 2025 preferred stock sale raised $300 million for balance-sheet flexibility.
- Compeer reported automated processing for 95% of loans under $500,000 in 2026.
- Grantmaking and rural development programs deepen community ties and employer-brand loyalty.
What critics are saying
- Sunterra litigation exposed roughly $35 million losses and creditor enforcement risk in 2026.
- Corporate America Lending appeal over $58 million keep Compeer tied to messy recoveries.
- Agriculture credit cycles and borrower distress can hit capital, earnings, and reputation fast.
What makes Compeer Financial unique
- Member-owned Farm Credit cooperative, serving agriculture and rural communities across the Midwest.
- 2025 FICO platform transformed underwriting, crossing $10 billion in loan approvals.
- Perpetual preferred stock qualifies as Tier 1 capital, strengthening lending capacity.
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Benefits
Hybrid Work Options
Flexible Work Hours
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Wellness Program
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
Professional Development Budget
Company News
Compeer Financial has completed a $300 million sale of perpetual preferred stock, with Piper Sandler acting as the sole initial purchaser.
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