Tax Accountant - Commerce Trust

About This Job The main purpose of this job is to ensure accurate and timely preparation, filing, and administration of tax returns, including individual, tax‑exempt, partnership, gift, estate and fiduciary returns. Key Responsibilities Prepare, file and administer individual, tax‑exempt, partnership, gift, estate and fiduciary tax returns. Serve as a local resource for consulting and technical tax research for external and internal clients. Build relationships with internal and external partners to expand Commerce Trust’s trust and investment management opportunities with high‑net‑worth clients. Coordinate scanning documentation into tax preparation software and maintain electronic file organization for each client. Monitor deadlines and track work status through CCH Practice Management. Perform other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Intermediate knowledge of tax preparation systems. Excellent analytical and technical skills in a team, multi‑location environment. Strong skill set working in an integrated software and paperless tax preparation environment. Ability to manage, monitor, plan, execute, direct and complete multiple tax projects independently. Motivated, organized self‑starter with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities. Inquisitive, agile and strong team player with excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to remain adaptable and resilient to all situations with an optimistic outlook. Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required. 2+ years experience in a tax practice required. Experience preparing individual, trust and partnership tax returns required. CPA preferred or working toward certification required. Experience with private foundations and/or charitable trusts preferred. Compensation $30.55 to $52.40 per hour, based on relevant experience, skills and competencies. Position eligible for performance‑based incentive plan(s) and additional compensation through meeting performance goals. Benefits Employer‑sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and paid personal time. Additional career development, education assistance, and voluntary supplemental benefits available. Location 8000 Forsyth Blvd, Clayton, Missouri 63105 – Full time Equal Opportunity Employment Commerce Bank is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and believes that every individual should have the opportunity to work for a position for which he, she or they qualify. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on applicable protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mercantil Commerce Bank