Description:

Local candidates only, no relocation

Must currently be with a professional services firm

Summary of Responsibilities:

The Fiduciary Tax Accountant is responsible for the efficient, accurate, complete, and timely preparation of all clients filing of estate, gift, individual and fiduciary tax returns as well as judicial accountings. Qualified candidate will be able to work independently and will have experience in filing 1041's, 1040's, 709's and 706's, and fiduciary state tax returns.

It is expected that our Fiduciary Tax Accountants:
Prepare estate fiduciary income tax returns along with the decedents final individual income tax return.
Prepare trust fiduciary income tax returns and individual income tax returns assigned.
Prepare fiduciary accountings (not mandatory but preferable).
Engage in special projects related to client matters involving tax.
Keep abreast of tax changes and issues that could affect our clients.
Competencies of our Fiduciary Tax Accountants:
Demonstrates the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment.
Skilled in Problem Solving i.e. follows directions and knows when to ask for help
Completes deliverables in a timely manner.
Takes ownership of tasks and is able to work with others to prioritize work assignments.
Produces deliverables that are clear, concise, thorough and of professional quality
Ensures job execution, documentation, and completion in accordance with required policies and procedures
Is dedicated to meeting and exceeding the expectations and requirements of internal and external clients.
Exhibits values and ethics and integrity and trust that are in sync with those of the firm and profession.

Qualifications:
An undergraduate or graduate degree in accounting/taxation and/or other appropriate academic major, as well as CPA certification
2 - 3 years experience in the preparation of fiduciary income tax returns.
Knowledge of the preparation of trusts, estate, gift tax returns and trust accounting.
Strong client interaction skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
A dedication to teamwork and leadership
Integrity within a professional environment
Working knowledge of GoSystem and Zane software a plus.