Responsibilities
- Draft and manage official correspondence, facilitating communication with tax authorities.
- Support the preparation and submission of tax returns.
- Analyze and assess financial statements, including bank records.
- Produce final estate planning communications, incorporating executed document copies, and distribute PDF versions to clients via email.
- Compile, review, and organize estate planning document portfolios.
- Coordinate the recording process for real estate documents.
- Secure and maintain Employer Identification Numbers and PTIN assignments.
- Gather data for accounting purposes.
- Maintain and track tax return and estate administration deadlines on a calendar.
- Establish and maintain orderly client files.
- Perform additional duties as required to effectively fulfill the role's requirements.
Experiences and Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Associate's Degree, or Paralegal Certificate with relevant experience.
- Preferred experience in trusts and estates.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, coupled with strong analytical and organizational abilities.
- Demonstrated professionalism, exceptional client service skills, and meticulous attention to detail.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with legal professionals, paraprofessionals, and business services team members.
- Discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive matters and documents.
- Capacity to meet deadlines and perform well under pressure.
- Proficient computer skills, with a knack for learning new software.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, PDF creation tools, and document management systems.
Please note this role is hybrid.