Bond, Schoeneck & King, PLLC, a law firm of 300 attorneys in over 30 practice groups, is accepting applications for a Tax Accountant, to join the Firm's Trust and Estates Department Practice Group in either our Syracuse, New York or Buffalo, New York offices. This position requires a broad working knowledge of federal and New York State estate and gift tax law as well as federal and New York State income tax law applicable to individuals, trusts, estates, and other entities. A familiarity with federal tax laws relating to not-for-profit organizations is also helpful.

Position Responsibilities

· Prepare federal gift tax returns and moderate to complex income tax returns of individuals, estates, trusts and, to a more limited extent, corporations and partnerships. Assist others with the preparation of federal and New York State estate tax returns

· Research and consult with attorneys on various federal estate and gift tax matters and federal and New York State income tax matters concerning individuals, corporations, partnerships and not-for-profit organizations

· Assist attorneys with estate planning matters by preparing federal and New York State estate and gift tax projections as well as income tax projections for high net worth individuals

· Prepare exempt organization applications and income tax returns for not-for-profit organizations

· Communicate with the IRS, New York State and other tax authorities regarding notices

Job Requirements

· Bachelor’s degree in accounting/tax is required

· CPA preferred, with a minimum of 2-5 years tax experience required

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills required

· Strong problem solving/analytical skills and proven interpersonal/teamwork abilities required

· Strong technical skills with attention to detail and high analytical capabilities

· Proficient with Microsoft Excel & Word, tax preparation and research programs, and tax research services

At Bond, exceptional work product and a collegial work environment are cornerstones of our success. We are committed to the communities in which we live and work. Bond has long recognized the value, both to its team and to our communities, of active participation in and support of charitable, governmental, professional and community-based organizations.

This position's salary range is between $80,000 to $92,000, negotiable based on years’ experience.

Bond’s offer of employment are contingent on:

· Completion of a satisfactory conflicts check

· Completion of a satisfactory background check

Bond, Schoeneck & King PLLC continues to provide all employees and applicants an equal employment opportunity in the manner required by law in all aspects of employment regardless of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status or any other status protected by local, state or federal law. We thank all applicants for their interest and will contact those candidates who are under consideration.

Bond, Schoeneck & King condemns anti-Semitism, Islamophobia, racism, homophobia and bigotry of any kind. Bond remains committed to promoting anti-bigotry and intentional diversity throughout our communities and the legal profession. Civility and respect are cornerstones of the legal profession and our law firm.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $92,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Tax experience: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPA (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Buffalo, NY 14202 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Buffalo, NY 14202: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person