Tax Paralegal

LHH; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Commuter benefits

Wellness programs

Retirement programs

Paid time off

Parental pay

Holiday pay

Job summary

LHH is partnering with a valued law firm client in search of a Tax Paralegal. This role supports tax compliance, planning, and client service, focusing on fiduciary, estate, gift, and individual returns. You will work closely with tax and estate attorneys to ensure accurate filings and timely delivery.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of tax return prep experience and is proficient with tax forms and Excel. A law firm background and comfort with deadlines are a plus.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of tax return preparation experience (fiduciary/estate/gift/individual).
• Familiarity with Forms 1041, 706, 709, and 1040; exposure to business returns is helpful.
• Experience using professional tax preparation software and Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of federal and state tax regulations.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with attorneys, clients, and staff.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance is helpful but not required.
• Paralegal Certificate not required; tax professionals with relevant experience will be considered, including Tax Manager candidates.
• Prior law firm experience and exposure to estate and trust matters strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review fiduciary, estate, gift, and individual income tax returns.
• Assist with additional business tax filings as needed.
• Gather, organize, and analyze financial records and supporting documentation.
• Research federal and state tax laws and monitor regulatory updates.
• Support attorneys with tax planning and compliance matters for estate and trust clients.
• Coordinate with clients, internal team members, tax authorities, and outside professionals.
• Respond to tax-related inquiries and assist with resolving filing or documentation issues.
• Support tax audits and examinations by preparing relevant records and correspondence.
• Maintain accurate files and ensure all assignments are completed within applicable deadlines.
• Independently manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Skills

Tax return prep

Analytical thinking

Communication

Independence

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Tax software

Excel

Job description

LHH is partnering with a valued law firm client in search of a Tax Paralegal. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented tax professional with experience preparing fiduciary, estate, gift, and individual tax returns. The Tax Paralegal will work closely with the tax and estate attorneys and other legal professionals to support tax compliance, planning, and client service matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review fiduciary, estate, gift, and individual income tax returns
• Assist with additional business tax filings as needed
• Gather, organize, and analyze financial records and supporting documentation
• Research federal and state tax laws and monitor regulatory updates
• Support attorneys with tax planning and compliance matters for estate and trust clients
• Coordinate with clients, internal team members, tax authorities, and outside professionals
• Respond to tax-related inquiries and assist with resolving filing or documentation issues
• Support tax audits and examinations by preparing relevant records and correspondence
• Maintain accurate files and ensure all assignments are completed within applicable deadlines
• Independently manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience with tax return preparation, preferably involving fiduciary, estate, gift, or individual taxation
• Familiarity with Forms 1041, 706, 709, and 1040; exposure to business returns is helpful
• Experience using professional tax preparation software and Microsoft Excel
• Working knowledge of federal and state tax regulations
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys, clients, and staff
• Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, or a related discipline is helpful but not required
• Paralegal Certificate not required; tax professionals with relevant experience will be considered, including Tax Manager candidates.
• Prior law firm experience and exposure to estate and trust matters strongly preferred.

Anticipated Salary range: $90K to $120K

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Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• term life insurance
• short-term and long-term disability
• additional voluntary benefits
• commuter benefits
• wellness plans
• reimbursement and retirement programs
• paid time off
• parental and holiday pay

Pay Details $90,000.00 to $120,000.00 per year

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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