Senior Tax Accountant - Estate & Trust

Porte Brown•Elk Grove, IL

8d•$105,000 - $115,000

About The Position

We are currently seeking a Senior Tax Accountant with a specialization in Estate and Trust to join our talented team. The Senior E & T Accountant is responsible for organizing client assignments and projects including the completion of assigned tasks and project components as well as coaching and mentoring team members in client and self-development expectations.

Requirements

3+ years of current Public Accounting Experience
Experience preparing Form 1041 Fiduciary Income tax returns.
Experience preparing Form 709 Gift Tax returns.
Experience preparing Form 706 Estate Tax returns.
Experience preparing Deceased Taxpayer Income Tax returns.
BA/BS Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
CPA Certification; or eligible to sit for the CPA exam.
Proficiency with tax software, MS Office, and working knowledge of QuickBooks.
Strong client rapport and project management skills
Strong technical knowledge and skills
Strong problem-solving capabilities.
Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Organization – Managing your own schedule.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to focus on complex financial information.

Responsibilities

Assist partners and managers in consulting with closely held business and individual clients on financial and tax planning matters.
Prepare tax returns, including consolidated or multi-state business returns, complex pass-through entities, and complex individuals.
Identify and research all aspects of estate and trust engagements, including planning, research, compliance and reporting.
Reading through trust agreements and wills to determine appropriate filings and estate structure.
Complete monthly and quarterly accounting projects at client locations
Demonstrate an interest in practice development.
Advises and coaches team members and sets example by demonstrating high energy level and enthusiasm.
Actively supports new initiatives.
Identify opportunities to improve assignment profitability and efficiency.
Pursues self-development opportunities.
Work as an effective team member to complete project components and assigned tasks.
Must be able to manage own work schedule.
Actively work to build networking, marketing and business development skills.