Tax Professional Jobs in Wisconsin
Tax Professional jobs in Wisconsin draw consistent demand from a state economy anchored in manufacturing, agriculture, financial services, and a growing healthcare sector, with openings at every level from entry-level associates to senior tax managers and directors. Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay lead hiring activity, and established employers such as Northwestern Mutual, Fiserv, and Baker Tilly maintain active Wisconsin practices that regularly recruit for tax roles. The most sought-after specialties include corporate income tax compliance, multistate tax planning, and estate and trust taxation. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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As a seasonal Experienced Tax Professional at H&R Block, you are a trusted advisor who helps clients navigate complex tax situations with confidence. You'll use your expertise to prepare accurate returns, uncover savings opportunities, and build lasting client relationships — backed by industry-leading training and technology, a competitive hourly rate, and an incentive plan that rewards your impact as you build your tax expertise and serve clients. Whether you're looking for meaningful seasonal work or a path to grow in tax and financial services, this is the place. This role is in-person at a local H&R Block tax office.
- Prepare complete, accurate tax returns for clients with diverse and complex tax situations, including individual and business returns
- Conduct in-depth client interviews to understand financial situations, life changes, and tax implications — then provide clear, personalized recommendations
- Build trusted client relationships by delivering empathetic, consultative service and identifying tax savings opportunities and relevant H&R Block products
- Provide IRS support, tax notice assistance, and audit guidance to clients as needed.
- Collaborate with team members, share knowledge, and contribute to a positive, client-focused office environment
- Successful completion of the H&R Block Tax Knowledge Assessment1
- Minimum 1 year of experience in tax preparation, accounting, finance, or bookkeeping, including preparing individual and business returns
- Experience working in a client facing, consultative, or advisory role
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain tax concepts in client-friendly language
- Must complete continuing education and meet all other IRS and applicable state requirements
- High school diploma / GED / equivalent required
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in tax preparation, accounting, finance, bookkeeping
- CPA or Enrolled Agent (EA), or other IRS Circular 230 credential
- Experience completing complex returns, tax planning, audit support, or tax notice resolution
- Familiarity with GoSystem or Ultratax software
- Familiarity with AI-powered tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT)
- Experience in a consultative or advisory client relationship role (financial advising, insurance, or professional services)
At H&R Block, our purpose is simple: to provide help and inspire confidence in our clients and communities everywhere. For more than 70 years, we’ve led the tax industry and we continue to evolve through our Block Next strategy, blending human expertise with digital innovation.
That same commitment to care extends to our associates. When you join us, you become part of a High Performing, Connected Culture built on strong relationships, continuous learning, and a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. We invest in your well-being through competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and support for life both in and outside of work.
1 - Enrollment in or completion of the H&R Block Income Tax Course or Tax Knowledge Assessment is neither an offer nor a guarantee of employment.
As a seasonal Experienced Tax Professional at H&R Block, you are a trusted advisor who helps clients navigate complex tax situations with confidence. You'll use your expertise to prepare accurate returns, uncover savings opportunities, and build lasting client relationships — backed by industry-leading training and technology, a competitive hourly rate, and an incentive plan that rewards your impact as you build your tax expertise and serve clients. Whether you're looking for meaningful seasonal work or a path to grow in tax and financial services, this is the place. This role is in-person at a local H&R Block tax office.
- Prepare complete, accurate tax returns for clients with diverse and complex tax situations, including individual and business returns
- Conduct in-depth client interviews to understand financial situations, life changes, and tax implications — then provide clear, personalized recommendations
- Build trusted client relationships by delivering empathetic, consultative service and identifying tax savings opportunities and relevant H&R Block products
- Provide IRS support, tax notice assistance, and audit guidance to clients as needed.
- Collaborate with team members, share knowledge, and contribute to a positive, client-focused office environment
- Successful completion of the H&R Block Tax Knowledge Assessment1
- Minimum 1 year of experience in tax preparation, accounting, finance, or bookkeeping, including preparing individual and business returns
- Experience working in a client facing, consultative, or advisory role
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain tax concepts in client-friendly language
- Must complete continuing education and meet all other IRS and applicable state requirements
- High school diploma / GED / equivalent required
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in tax preparation, accounting, finance, bookkeeping
- CPA or Enrolled Agent (EA), or other IRS Circular 230 credential
- Experience completing complex returns, tax planning, audit support, or tax notice resolution
- Familiarity with GoSystem or Ultratax software
- Familiarity with AI-powered tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT)
- Experience in a consultative or advisory client relationship role (financial advising, insurance, or professional services)
At H&R Block, our purpose is simple: to provide help and inspire confidence in our clients and communities everywhere. For more than 70 years, we’ve led the tax industry and we continue to evolve through our Block Next strategy, blending human expertise with digital innovation.
That same commitment to care extends to our associates. When you join us, you become part of a High Performing, Connected Culture built on strong relationships, continuous learning, and a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. We invest in your well-being through competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and support for life both in and outside of work.
1 - Enrollment in or completion of the H&R Block Income Tax Course or Tax Knowledge Assessment is neither an offer nor a guarantee of employment.
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- CPA license issued or recognized by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field required
- Proficiency in tax preparation software such as CCH Axcess, ProSystem fx, or Thomson Reuters UltraTax
- Working knowledge of federal and Wisconsin state tax codes and filing requirements
- Experience preparing or reviewing individual, corporate, partnership, or trust returns
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for client-facing advisory work
Tax Professional Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a tax professional in Wisconsin?
The most direct path is earning a CPA license through the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services, which requires a bachelor's degree with qualifying accounting credits, passing all four sections of the Uniform CPA Examination, and completing a supervised experience requirement. Enrolled Agent status, granted by the IRS after passing a three-part exam, is another recognized credential that opens doors with public accounting firms and corporate tax departments across Wisconsin.
How much do tax professionals make in Wisconsin?
Tax professionals in Wisconsin earn a median of about $44,340 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $34,920 for the lowest 10% to over $73,130 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire tax professionals in Wisconsin?
Employers hiring tax professionals in Wisconsin right now include H&R Block, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Wisconsin's deep bench of regional accounting firms, financial services companies headquartered in Milwaukee, and large manufacturers with complex multistate tax needs keeps demand for qualified tax professionals steady throughout the year.
Which Wisconsin cities have the most tax professional jobs?
Ripon, Tomah, and Antigo hold the most tax professional openings in Wisconsin. Milwaukee drives the largest share of postings, reflecting its concentration of financial services firms, insurance companies, and corporate headquarters, while Madison's government sector and university-affiliated organizations add consistent demand, and Green Bay's manufacturing and food industry base generates steady multistate and corporate tax needs.
How can I get hired as a tax professional in Wisconsin with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is an associate or staff accountant role at a regional public accounting firm, where Wisconsin employers such as Wipfli, Sikich, and Schenck SC run structured new-associate programs that rotate candidates through tax assignments. Bookkeeping, accounts payable, or payroll experience at a Wisconsin business also provides a credible lateral path into entry-level tax compliance work. Sitting for the Enrolled Agent exam before your first role signals commitment and helps candidates stand out to hiring managers.
Where can I find and apply to tax professional jobs in Wisconsin?
You can find and apply to tax professional jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current Wisconsin openings updated regularly. Search for roles that match your experience level, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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