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Tax Manager - Gift, Trust & Estate Tax

Eide Bailly
Fargo, ND Full Time
POSTED ON 4/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/10/2026

Location:Aberdeen, SD; Sioux Falls, SD; Omaha, NE; Fargo, ND; Des Moines, IA

Work Arrangement:In-office or Hybrid

A Day in the Life

As a Tax Manager you will be responsible for working with clients and assist them with the transition of wealth from one generation to the next. A typical day as a Tax Manager might include the following:

  • Interpreting and reviewing various legal documents in relation to estate and business succession planning.
  • Technical research on estate planning and compliance matters for internal clients.
  • Assisting clients who may have varied levels of estate planning knowledge.
  • Looking at the tax situation of the individual and their estate from various angles to ensure the maximum tax benefit is applied.
  • Implementing the planning process to create plans based on cash flow projections, distribution of income, business succession, estate preservation and estate plan flow.
  • Managing client relationships internally and externally by proactively seeking solutions that add value to the client experience.
  • Assist in preparation of marketing materials and presentation of internal and external webinar trainings.
  • Preparing and reviewing gift, estate and fiduciary tax returns.
  • Working with staff to ensure gift, estate and fiduciary tax returns are completed correctly by required deadlines and under firm processes.
  • Coaching and mentoring staff.
  • Participating in business development activities.
  • Working with the firm Wealth Transition Services team on various projects.

Who You Are

  • You have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting
  • You have an active CPA license or Enrolled Agent (EA) certification.
  • You have 5 years of experience in public accounting or related field working with a focus on individual clients and corporate trust companies.
  • You are an excellent communicator -- your verbal and written communication skills are outstanding. The position will interact with clients at all levels of the income scale and will speak to groups on wealth transition topics.
  • You have expertise in transfer tax and estate planning.
  • You have experience with flow-through entities and private foundations.
  • You excel at managing multiple priorities and always meet your deadlines.
  • You have experience developing business and networking

Must be authorized to work in the United States now or in the future without visa sponsorship.

Making an Impact Together

People join Eide Bailly for the opportunities and stay because of the culture. At Eide Bailly, we've built a collaborative workplace based on integrity, authenticity, and support for one another. You'll find opportunities for education and career growth, a team dedicated to your success, and benefits that put your family's needs first. Hear what our employees have to say about working at Eide Bailly.

Benefits

Eide Bailly provides benefits such as: generous paid time off, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) profit sharing, life and disability insurance, lifestyle spending account, certification incentives, education assistance, and a referral program.

Next Steps

We'll be in touch! If you look like the right fit for our position, one of our recruiters will be reaching out to schedule a phone interview with you to learn more about your career interests and goals. In the meantime, we encourage you to learn more about us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn or our About Us page.

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Eide Bailly LLP is proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws

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