What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estate Planning Manager position at Plante Moran?
- Location: United States, Michigan, Grand Rapids
Your work will include, but not be limited to:
- Review client estate planning documents
- Prepare and manage client gift tax returns
- Coordinate estate planning illustrations and deliverables documenting a client's estate plan and calculation of estate tax
- Create and present internally and externally on estate tax related topics
- Assist with other various client projects, including advanced estate planning for clients with the use of GRATs, IDITs, LLCs, etc.
- Work with Family Legacy team to proactively manage the tax planning process with the client to optimize the wealth management goals of the client/family
- Research and consult on various estate and gift tax matters, utilize tax-related software to prepare estate tax projections for advance estate tax strategies, and research tax matters
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related business field
- 5 years of recent estate planning experience in public accounting or equivalent experience
- CPA or JD preferred
- Moderate understanding of fiduciary and estate tax planning and compliance
- Experience with high net worth individuals, S-corporations, C-corporations, partnerships, LLCs, trusts, and private foundations is required with the emphasis on high net worth individuals
On the surface, we're one of the nation's largest audit, tax, consulting, and wealth management firms. But dig a little deeper, and you'll see what makes us different: we're a relatively jerk-free firm (hey, nobody 's perfect) with a world-class culture, consistent recognition as one of Fortune Magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For," and an endless array of opportunities.At Plante Moran, diversity, equity and inclusion means that all staff members have equitable and fair opportunities to succeed, in an inclusive environment, with their individual, unique identities. So,what are you waiting for? Apply now.
This is an exempt position, so you may have to work hours that exceed the standard 40-hour work week.
Plante Moran is committed to a diverse workplace.We strive to create a culture where each person feels accepted and valued. We believe that each person's ultimate potential begins with first acknowledging their inherent dignity. When we can recognize - and celebrate - our many human differences, we're able to create a workplace where all staff feel a sense of belonging and an opportunity to succeed. This allows us to attract and retain the best talent, serve clients through diverse thinking, and better represent and support the various communities in which we live and work.Plante Moran is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Plante Moran maintains a drug-free workplace.
Interestedapplicantsmust submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship, with the exception of candidates that are bilingual in Japanese and English. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of Plante Moran.
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Plante Moran is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workplace.
