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Senior Accountant

Elk Grove Village, IL · On-site

$72K - $91K/yr

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Palatine, IL · On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

Job Type Full-time Description The primary purpose of this position is to ensure compliance on Certified Audit and Review engagements, including overseeing staff on engagements. In addition, the ...

Description The primary purpose of this position is to ensure compliance on Certified Audit and Review engagements, including overseeing staff on engagements. In addition, the Experienced Auditor ...

Position Purpose/Summary: The Senior Accountant is responsible for larger more complex engagements and may manage multiple engagements simultaneously. This position assumes responsibility for ...

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Industry UsageUsed by firms offering accounting and advisory servicesUsed by licensed accountants providing auditing, tax, and consulting

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Senior Tax Accountant - Estate & Trust

Porte Brown LLC

Elk Grove Village, IL • On-site

$80K - $103K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago


Job description

Description

Position Purpose/Summary


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.


Duties and 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.

Requirements

Position Qualifications


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.


Certification, Licenses, Registrations


CPA, in progress or soon to be in progress.