Managing Partner - Accounting

Managing Partner - Accounting

WithU CPA & Consulting PLLC

? Brookings, SD | Full-Time | On-Site

About WithU CPA & Consulting

WithU CPA & Consulting PLLC is a community-rooted public accounting firm serving individuals and businesses across Brookings and the surrounding South Dakota region. With a 40-year client legacy, exceptional retention, and a reputation built on trust, we focus on doing great work for great people — without the red tape of a large corporate firm.

If you value relationships, hands-on work, and being part of a close-knit community, this is the kind of firm where you can truly put down roots.

The Opportunity

We’re hiring a Managing Partner - Accounting to step into a senior, client-facing role supporting a portfolio of long-standing, high-net-worth individual and business clients. This position will play a critical role in transitioning relationships from a retiring partner with decades of experience, creating a clear path toward firm leadership and potential Managing Partner succession within 12–24 months. You’ll join a collaborative team that includes two CPAs, two CPA associates, a senior bookkeeper/tax preparer, and an administrative assistant.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare, review, and file individual and business tax returns, including high-net-worth clients
• Provide strategic tax planning, compliance support, and financial guidance
• Maintain and grow long-term client relationships through a high-touch, advisory approach
• Step into key client relationships and ensure a smooth transition from a retiring CPA
• Lead, mentor, and collaborate with junior accountants and support staff
• Oversee aspects of day-to-day operations and contribute to long-term firm strategy
• Participate in year-round client work, with extended hours during peak tax season

What We’re Looking For

Required:

• Active CPA license or senior-level tax accountant with equivalent experience (CPA-eligible considered)
• Strong background in public accounting and tax preparation
• Experience working directly with clients, including high-net-worth individuals
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within a small team
• Willingness to work on-site in Brookings, SD

Preferred (Flexible):

• ~5+ years of relevant experience
• Exposure to both individual and business tax engagements
• Interest in long-term growth, leadership, and deeper firm involvement

Work Environment & Schedule

• Primarily on-site in Brookings, SD (minimum 4 days/week)
• 1 remote day negotiable, with increased flexibility over time
• Standard business hours most of the year, with extended hours during tax season

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys face-to-face client interaction and being part of the local community.

Compensation & Growth

• Salary range: $85,000 – $105,000, depending on experience
• Competitive, negotiable compensation structure
• Equity grant after a 6-month probationary period
• Opportunity to purchase additional ownership over time
• Clear upside for long-term financial and professional growth
• Potential leadership path to Managing Partner

Why WithU?

• No corporate bureaucracy
• Deep-rooted client relationships built over 40+ years
• Strong, stable revenue base with room to grow
• A firm that values people, community, and doing things the right way

Additional Job Application Terms

This job is part of LinkedIn’s Full-Service Hiring beta program. Eligibility is limited to candidates located in and performing services in the United States, excluding those based in Alaska, Hawaii, Nevada, South Carolina, or West Virginia.

We’re committed to making our hiring process as smooth and timely as possible, and we understand that waiting to hear back can add to the anticipation. If you’re a potential fit, our team will reach out within two weeks to progress you to the next stage. If you don’t hear from us in that time, we encourage you to explore other opportunities with our team in the future, and we wish you the very best in your job search.