Income Tax Accountant

RWA Wealth Partners LLC•Boston, MA

About The Position

RWA Wealth Partners is a boutique wealth management firm that provides customized solutions designed to help clients grow and protect their wealth so they can pursue a rewarding lifestyle, realize their goals, and create a legacy for generations. Our team of professionals operates from six offices across the nation, serving over 6,000 clients and managing over $20 billion in assets. We are looking for passionate individuals who are eager to make a difference in the lives of our clients while being part of a collaborative and innovative team. If you are ready to elevate your career in a dynamic environment that values respect, teamwork and personal growth, consider joining us at RWA Wealth Partners.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree or equivalent in a business-related discipline is required, with a degree in accounting preferred.
Experience in preparation of sophisticated individual and fiduciary income tax returns is required.
Working knowledge of tax preparation software systems is required.
Familiarity with standard office practices and personal computer software, such as Word and Excel is required.
Ability to interact effectively with all levels of personnel, including management staff and support staff.
Ability to interact professionally and effectively with clients, both internal and external.
Ability to be a proactive, self-starter, who understands the details within a much larger context.
Must be flexible in order to respond quickly and positively to shifting demands and opportunities; ability to work under tight deadlines and handle multiple, detailed tasks.
Able to work in a collaborative style and environment.
Must be team-oriented and able to share information, goals, opportunities, successes and failures with the appropriate parties.
Ability to plan, organize and carry out multiple related activities.
Ability to work in a multi-office environment.
Ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
Ability to work effectively in a culturally and educationally diverse environment.
Must pay attention to details and have the ability to follow up and follow through.

Nice To Haves

An advanced degree in taxation is preferred.
CPA certification, or Internal Revenue Service Enrolled Agent (“EA”) (or the equivalent of one of these designations), preferred.
at least one year of direct fiduciary tax experience in a law firm, accounting firm or bank trust department preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepares and timely files federal and state individual and fiduciary income tax returns of the highest complexity, including quarterly federal and state tax estimates as required.
Prepares and timely files required tax returns and estimates or withholding as applicable for non-profit organizations, non-resident alien trust beneficiaries and other return preparation assignments.
Prepares and timely files federal gift tax returns and performs gift tax planning projections.
Performs federal and state income tax projections and planning for clients.
Analyzes trusts and other documents to determine the tax return requirements for related accounts.
Reviews tax returns and other work products prepared by third parties.
Prepares amended returns, claims for refunds and applications for abatement as needed to determine the proper tax liability.
Conducts and participates in audits of a client’s tax return(s) with federal and state tax authorities.
Executes other duties which are consistent with the objective of delivering timely and accurate tax administration services to our clients.