Soni · 3 weeks ago
Fiduciary Accountant
Soni is a prestigious international law firm seeking an experienced Fiduciary Accountant to join its Tax Department. This role involves preparing fiduciary income tax returns and collaborating with attorneys and advisors on complex fiduciary matters.
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Responsibilities
Prepare fiduciary income tax returns for estates and trusts and maintain related accounting records
Prepare estate, gift, and private foundation tax returns
Perform fiduciary, estate, and gift tax research to support planning and compliance
Calculate trustee and executor commissions, unitrust payments, and annuity payments
Coordinate distributions to trust beneficiaries and maintain detailed payment records
Prepare estate and gift tax calculations for estate planning matters
Arrange for payment of estimated taxes and monitor filing deadlines
Maintain tax ticklers and ensure timely filing of all required returns
Communicate with the IRS and state tax authorities to resolve tax matters
Collaborate closely with attorneys, investment advisors, and administrators as questions arise
Qualification
Required
CPA required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting
10+ years of fiduciary tax experience in a law firm, accounting firm, or bank trust department
Strong knowledge of tax forms 1041, 709, 706, and 990-PF
Experience with ProSystem or GoSystem
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Professional demeanor, strong work ethic, and attention to detail
Demonstrated job stability and commitment to high-quality work
Preferred
Experience with Omega and/or OneSource
Background supporting estates, trusts, and private foundations
Ability to build strong working relationships with attorneys and clients
Experience working in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment
Benefits
Exceptional benefits
Free breakfast and lunch on onsite days