Tax Senior - Flowthrough - Wine Industry Experience Required

Flowthrough Tax Senior – Winery Focus

Overview

BPM—where caring and community are at the core of who we are—is seeking a talented Tax Senior with winery experience to join our growing Flowthrough (PCS) Tax practice. This role is ideal for a tax professional who enjoys working with closely held businesses and has a strong understanding of the unique operational, accounting, and tax considerations of vineyards, wineries, and wine distributors.

As a key member of the team, you will support complex tax engagements, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and build meaningful client relationships while contributing to high-quality service delivery across the wine and agribusiness sector.

Note: Candidates within 45 minutes of a BPM office will be expected to follow a hybrid schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for flowthrough entities (partnerships, S corporations) within the winery, vineyard, and agribusiness sectors
• Assist with tax planning and consulting engagements, including multi-state compliance and entity structuring considerations
• Support inventory costing and accounting analyses, including UNICAP (§263A), production accounting, and valuation matters
• Prepare workpapers and documentation related to complex tax positions
• Conduct tax research and apply findings to client-specific recommendations
• Assist in addressing tax implications related to wine production cycles, agricultural operations, and distribution models
• Support compliance and advisory work related to excise tax and beverage alcohol regulations (e.g., TTB considerations)
• Work with clients with multi-entity structures, including family-owned operations and private equity–backed winery businesses
• Communicate directly with clients, including controllers, CFOs, and owners, to gather information and provide updates
• Manage multiple engagements simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality standards
• Identify opportunities to provide additional value to clients through tax planning and process improvements

Qualifications

• CPA preferred or in progress
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3–5+ years of public accounting experience, with a focus on flowthrough taxation (partnerships and S corporations)
• Experience working with winery, vineyard, agribusiness, or consumer products clients

BPM Offers

• Balance & Flexibility : 14 firm holidays (including 2 floating), Flex PTO, paid family leave, winter break, summer hours, and remote work options .
• Total Rewards : personalized benefits, including 401(k) employer match; multiple medical, dental, vision offerings with up to 90% employer‑paid premiums; and pet insurance.
• Well‑Being : interactive wellness platform, progressive mental‑health resources, and Colleague Resource Groups (CRGs).
• Professional Development : performance‑based bonuses, dedicated coaching, and rich learning through BPM University