Metz Lewis seeks to hire a full-time tax processor.
The position supports the head of the Tax, Trusts & Estates Practice Group and entails a range of administrative functions that play a critical role in efficiently processing tax returns and providing assistance to the group in the form of calendar scheduling and editing, proofing and formatting estate documents.
Tax Processor Responsibilities
- Scanning/compiling tax documents to internal tax software programs
- Assembling tax return forms either through hard copy or using Adobe Acrobat
- Submitting returns to clients and/or taxing authorities either by electronic means or mail
Administrative Legal Assistant Responsibilities
- Support Head of the Practice Group and other attorneys as assigned
- Proofing, editing and formatting documentation
- Calendar scheduling
- Drafting of instruction letters to clients
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Proficiency with computer programs within Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat
- Ability to quickly learn and use varying software programs
- Highly detailed, organized multi-tasker
- Ability to manage workflow assigned by multiple attorneys and work under tight deadlines and other time constraints with competing and shifting priorities
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Strong work ethic with ability to work independently while effectively working as part of a team
- Ability to problem solve and maintain good judgment and strict confidentiality
- Opportunity to work directly on client matters
- Positive and professional demeanor
- Learning and adhering to internal processes for administrative and tax processing workflows
- Understanding of supporting tax documents, tax returns and estate documents preferred
- 1-2 years’ experience working in a fast-paced office environment
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
