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Job Description

SUMMARY

U.S. Bank is seeking a Senior Trust Tax Accountant within its Wealth Management division.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Tax Competencies:

- Strong working knowledge of fiduciary income tax returns, especially estate income tax returns (1041, 990-PF, 5227)

- Some working knowledge of individual income tax returns (1040, some knowledge of estates)

- Proper reporting related to 1099DIOB and MISC/NEC forms

- Working knowledge of various IRS notices (penalties, audits, abatements), and communication with other tax revenue authorities

- General knowledge related to taxation of trust assets (stocks, bonds, partnerships, farms, etc.)

- Ability to review returns for taxability and reporting of account types, transactions, sales, cost basis, etc.

Tax Preparation and Review:

- May review various tax returns (trusts, individuals, foundations, 1099s, 1042/1042-S)

- Liaison review, and tracking of fiduciary, individual, trust-estates, charities, etc.

- In-depth and cursory reviews of several hundred returns as prepared by external CPA firms, with the majority through our outsourced relationship with our tax vendor

- Provide tax support and liaise with our tax vendor in an outsourcing arrangement

- Review trust instruments for domiciliary tax assignment and proper tax reporting

- Complete analysis of trust instruments with generation skipping tax eligibility

- Provide statistical analyses related to work performed to management

Client Service and Management:

- Ability to address tax-related questions and issues affecting clients, relationship managers, and vendors requiring immediate attention

- This role requires a can-do attitude and excellent client service skills, both written and verbal, and deliver results quickly and accurately to our clients.

- The candidate must have solid, but versatile, leadership skills, who will manage workload associated with an assigned book of accounts, as prepared by our outsourcing vendor.

- The candidate must have demonstrated ability in being approachable and flexible in working with stakeholders and colleagues at all experience levels.

REQUIRED
- Eight to ten years of experience in accounting, tax accounting and planning

- Bachelor's degree in accounting, or equivalent work experience

PREFERRED

- 10+ years of related fiduciary and individual tax preparation experience, preferably within a financial services environment.

- Demonstrated management and leadership skills
- Thorough knowledge of applicable tax laws and regulations
- Thorough knowledge of government and compliance/regulatory reporting
- Well-developed verbal and written communication skills

- System knowledge: SEI Trust3000, OneSource Trust Tax (formerly TrustEase or Fast-Tax)

- Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting or Finance

- CPA or Enrolled Agent (EA)

This position offers a hybrid/flexible schedule which means there's an in-office expectation of 3 or more days per week and the flexibility to work outside the office location for the other days.

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If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.

Benefits: 

Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following (some may vary based on role, location or hours):

• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)

• Basic term and optional term life insurance

• Short-term and long-term disability

• Pregnancy disability and parental leave

• 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan

• Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)

• Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities

• Adoption assistance

• Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law

EEO is the Law

U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants can learn more about the company’s status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the federal KNOW YOUR RIGHTS EEO poster.  

E-Verify

U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program.

The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $73,610.00 - $86,600.00 - $95,260.00

Job postings typically remain open for approximately 20 days of the posting date listed above, however the job posting may be closed earlier should it be determined the position is no longer required due to business need. Job postings in areas with a high volume of applicants, such as customer service, contact center, and Financial Crimes investigations, remain open for approximately 5 days of the posting listed date.