Tax Accountant: Trusts, Estates & Corporate Returns

Hemenway & Barnes LLP; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Hemenway & Barnes LLP is seeking a Tax Accountant to prepare individual, fiduciary, partnership, and other complex returns using CCH Axcess Tax and OneSource Trust Tax. You will maintain client relationships, prepare quarterly estimates, and stay current with tax law changes.

The role requires 5+ years of tax experience and an EA or CPA license; base salary aligns with the market and offers opportunity for growth. This on-site position involves seasonal overtime to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance preferred; EA or CPA license required.
• Approximately 5+ years of tax-related experience to prepare and sign returns for individuals and trusts.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication with clients, trustees, attorneys, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a wide range of tax returns (individual, fiduciary, partnership, corporate, non-resident, etc.).
• Review trust tax returns and fiduciary accounting transactions.
• Develop client relationships and respond to client needs.
• Prepare quarterly estimates and tax projections.
• Review notices and communicate with tax authorities to resolve issues.
• Research tax matters and stay updated on tax law changes.
• Seasonal overtime may be required.

Skills

Tax preparation

Client relationships

Prioritization

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

EA or CPA license required

Tools

CCH Axcess Tax

OneSource Trust Tax

Adobe Acrobat

MS Office

Job description

Hemenway & Barnes LLP is seeking a Tax Accountant to prepare individual, fiduciary, partnership, and other complex returns using CCH Axcess Tax and OneSource Trust Tax. You will maintain client relationships, prepare quarterly estimates, and stay current with tax law changes.

The role requires 5+ years of tax experience and an EA or CPA license; base salary aligns with the market and offers opportunity for growth. This on-site position involves seasonal overtime to meet deadlines.