Estate Administration Paralegal at Roth Staffing Companies in Smithfield, North Carolina

Job Description:

Direct Hire


$65/k-$75/k


We are seeking an experienced Estate Administration Paralegal or Fiduciary Accountant with demonstrated experience in the practice area to support a great law firm in the Smithfield, NC area. Candidate must have a strong financial background and be proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. The ideal candidate will have strong people and writing skills, extreme attention to detail and the ability to work well under pressure. Compensation and benefits commensurate with experience and the market.


Responsibilities:



• Handle communication with clients and assist with overall client relationship


• Locate and develop relevant case information and financials; analyze information


• Assess the urgency of situations and determine appropriate actions; monitor pending items; provide follow-up; keep filings current and all relevant parties informed


• Prepare inventories and accountings for estates and trust


• Assist in preparation of fiduciary income tax returns and estate and gift tax returns


• Type and file basic legal documents and correspondence


• Monitor deadlines and coordinate calendars


• Document management and retention


• Support in responding to legal-related inquiries


• Provide administrative support to lawyers and enhance office effectiveness


Requirements:



• Significant experience in estates and trusts or work/educational background in accounting or finance


• Experience with Estate Tax Returns (706), Gift Tax Returns (709) and Estate and Trust Income Tax Returns (1041)


• Familiarity with legal procedures and protocols, financial information, and the court system


• Satisfactory knowledge of day-to-day operations of a legal office


• Computer literacy


• Effective writing skills


• Ability to juggle multiple activities and work under pressure


• Positive, detail oriented with strong organizational and time management skills


• Must be punctual, reliable, responsible and have a high level of integrity


• Working knowledge of legal or accounting software, is a plus


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.