Tax Specialist - Estates, Gifts, and Trusts

The Norris Group

Tax Specialist - Estates, Gifts, and Trusts

Olney, MD
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k) matching

    Competitive salary

    Flexible schedule

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Training & development

    Vision insurance

    About Us

    At The Norris Group, we’re on a mission to help businesses and individuals thrive by providing expert tax, accounting, and business advisory services. As a rapidly growing firm, we combine cutting-edge technology and a client-focused approach to deliver practical solutions and build lasting relationships.

    Position Overview

    We are seeking an experienced Estates, Gifts, and Trusts Tax Specialist to join our dynamic team. This hybrid position is based at our Olney, MD office requiring in-office presence three days per week. This role is responsible for providing high-level tax planning, compliance, and consulting services to individual, family, and business clients with complex estate, gift, and trust needs.

    Key Responsibilities

    · Prepare and review federal and state estate, gift, and trust tax returns (Forms 706, 709, 1041, etc.)

    · Advise clients on estate and gift tax planning, trust administration, and wealth transfer strategies.

    · Conduct research on complex tax issues and communicate findings clearly to clients and colleagues.

    · Collaborate with attorneys, financial advisors, and other professionals to provide comprehensive client solutions.

    · Prepare and review individual (1040) and business tax returns as needed.

    · Perform light accounting tasks to support clients or internal projects.

    · Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changing tax laws and regulations impacting estates, gifts, and trusts.

    · Support business development efforts and contribute to client relationship management.

    Qualifications

    · Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master's in Taxation or JD/LLM preferred)

    · CPA License or EA required (or actively pursuing)

    · Minimum 3 years of recent experience in estate, gift, and trust taxation within public accounting or a law firm

    · Strong technical knowledge of federal and state estate, gift, and trust tax law

    · Proficient in tax preparation and research software (e.g., CCH Axcess or similar)

    · Excellent research, analytical, and communication skills

    · Proficiency with tax preparation and research software

    · Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team

    Work Arrangement

    · Hybrid schedule: 3 days in office; 2 days remote

    Flexible work from home options available.