Senior Tax Accountant

Ledgent; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent is recruiting a Senior Tax Accountant for a prestigious Boston law firm’s Private Client team. The role emphasizes fiduciary income tax compliance, Form 1041 preparation and review, and advising attorneys and clients on fiduciary tax matters.

The position offers a stable, long-term opportunity within a collaborative private client practice, focusing on complex fiduciary issues and trust administration. The firm values meticulous work, clear communication, and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• 5+ years of fiduciary tax experience within a law firm, accounting firm, trust company, or financial institution.
• Strong experience with Form 1041 fiduciary income tax returns.
• Understanding of trust accounting and fiduciary administration.
• Experience with fiduciary tax and trust accounting software preferred.
• CPA, EA, or CTFA designation is a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review fiduciary income tax returns, trust returns, and related tax filings.
• Research and respond to tax notices and inquiries from taxing authorities.
• Manage day-to-day tax administration for assigned trust relationships.
• Review trust account activity and transaction coding for tax purposes.
• Assist with tax payments, estimates, and compliance requirements.
• Serve as a resource to attorneys, trustees, and clients on fiduciary tax matters.
• Maintain high standards of quality control and accuracy.
• Support process improvements, documentation, and special projects as needed.

Skills

5+ years fiduciary tax experience

Strong analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

A highly regarded Boston law firm is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to join its Private Client team. This role focuses on fiduciary income tax compliance, with an emphasis on Form 1041 preparation and review, trust and estate administration, and advising attorneys and clients on fiduciary tax matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review fiduciary income tax returns, trust returns, and related tax filings.
• Research and respond to tax notices and inquiries from taxing authorities.
• Manage day-to-day tax administration for assigned trust relationships.
• Review trust account activity and transaction coding for tax purposes.
• Assist with tax payments, estimates, and compliance requirements.
• Serve as a resource to attorneys, trustees, and clients on fiduciary tax matters.
• Maintain high standards of quality control and accuracy.
• Support process improvements, documentation, and special projects as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• 5+ years of fiduciary tax experience within a law firm, accounting firm, trust company, or financial institution.
• Strong experience with Form 1041 fiduciary income tax returns.
• Understanding of trust accounting and fiduciary administration.
• Experience with fiduciary tax and trust accounting software preferred.
• CPA, EA, or CTFA designation is a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and communication skills.

This is an excellent opportunity for a fiduciary tax professional seeking a stable, long-term role with a collaborative team and a strong private client practice.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.