Tax Accountant/Preparer ($40.00-45.00 per hour)

Pittsburgh area trust and estates law firm is seeking an experienced tax accountant/tax preparer to assist in individual and fiduciary tax preparation, tax planning and estate and trust administration.

Responsibilities to include:

·         Preparing forms 1040, 1041, PA-40, PA-41 and possibly tax returns for other states

·         Preparing financial statements, reports and/or spreadsheets, as requested

·         Utilizing tax programs, tax return preparation software and tax research software

·         ProSystemft software experience a plus

·         Reviewing fiduciary accountings

·         Working on highly confidential client matters

Requirements/Preferences:

·         Preferred BA/ BS in business, finance, accounting or related discipline

·         Advanced degree or CPA license a plus

·         Minimum of three (3) years of professional work (tax preparation) experience required

·         Registered tax preparer with active PTIN a plus

·         Law firm, accounting firm or trust department experience a plus

·         Working knowledge of accepted accounting rules and practices, tax laws and reporting requirements

·         Strong written and verbal communication skills

·         Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, including Excel and Word

·         Experience preparing IRS forms 706 and 709, 990-PF and PA Inheritance Tax returns a plus

·         Demonstrated analytical abilities, including problem solving and decision making

NOTE:  This position is a part-time position from May through January and a full-time position from February through April and/or during peak tax season.

·         Will consider a hybrid work schedule/flexible work hours