Trust Tax Administrator

The Trust Tax Administrator works to ensure the complete, accurate and timely preparation and filing of tax documents for MidFirst Wealth Management (Forms: 1098, 1099-MISC, 1099-NEC, 1099-DIOB, 1099-R, 5227, 5498, 1041, 1042, and 990PF). This includes but is not limited to: oversight and coordination of tax compliance for Wealth Management; and interaction and communication with the tax preparers and the taxing authorities, as well as MidFirst employees, regarding specific tax and account issues. The position also requires the research of specific account tax issues and must demonstrate an intermediate to advanced knowledge of tax laws, regulations and processes relating to the products supported by Wealth Management. As needed, this position may assume additional account administration and research responsibilities to support Wealth Management and its clients.Duties include but are not limited to:Reviewing tax reporting documents prior to filing with the taxing authorities for completeness and accuracy;Reviewing tax documents to be sent to clients for completeness and accuracy prior to mailingKeep current on all tax laws and regulations related to the administration of estates, trust and investment accounts;Acquire and apply knowledge of tax issues in handling moderately complex accounts (e.g. irrevocable, IRA, distributing trusts, trust agency, etc.);Review legal documents, correspondence and forms and ensure compliance with tax regulations;Provide recommendations to management regarding changes to transaction processing and account maintenance to ensure more accurate reporting to the taxing authorities;Act as educator and mentor to Wealth Management and MidFirst employees regarding tax and related trusts, estate, and investment accounts.Minimum education level necessary to perform this position:Bachelor’s Degree preferred, preferably in Accounting, Finance or Business AdministrationPost-graduate work in accounting or law is preferableOther certifications/degrees:CPA or JD preferredCTFA or other trust certification desirableWork Experience of skills required to perform this position:Intermediate/Advanced knowledge of tax issues related to trust and estate services and applicable lawsFive years or more of working experience in trust and estate administration, with emphasis on tax issues related to trust and estate administrationWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows operating environmentWorking knowledge of trust accounting and related systemsAdvanced proficiency in verbal and written communicationExcellent attention to detailAbility to be effective under pressureAdvanced ability to prioritize and multi-taskAbility to professionally interact with all levels of employees and clientsAbility to respect and hold confidential informationEffectively work independently as requiredEstablish priorities and follow through to completionDependable, cooperative, flexibleSalary Range: $70,000.00 - $150,000.00. Compensation is aligned to experience, skills and education. The bank offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, and 401(k). Hours of paid leave may vary based on position. This position is anticipated to be filled by 10/1/26 and will be reposted if the position has not been filled.Job SummaryRequisition Number: TRUST005137Job Category: Administrative/ClericalSchedule: Full-Time