Legal Staff Accounting/Finance in Minneapolis, MN

Law Firm

Minneapolis, MN

Legal Staff Accounting/Finance in Minneapolis, MN

Legal Staff

No

H1: Accounting Specialist Position at Midwest-based Law Firm
H2: Join Our Growing Trusts & Estates Team in Minneapolis, MN

Law Firm Overview:
- Premier, Midwest-based law firm dedicated to helping businesses achieve their goals regionally, nationally, and globally
- Provides innovative legal solutions through collaboration across various practice areas
- Focus on exceptional client service and being the trusted advisor for all matters related to trusts and estates

Job Title: Fiduciary Administration Specialist

Location: Minneapolis, MN

Practice Area: Trusts & Estates

Responsibilities:
- Communicate with clients, brokers, bankers, accountants, court officials, and other parties
- Obtain valuations and prepare inventories of estate assets
- Manage and maintain accounts for trusts and estates, including payment of debts, expenses, and distributions to beneficiaries
- Prepare and file estate tax returns on time, ensuring all necessary exhibits and attachments are included
- Prepare summaries of income and deductions for estates, determine fiscal tax years, and file fiduciary income tax returns
- Manage and prepare annual accounts and notices of right of withdrawal for trusts
- Prepare final accounts, distribution schedules, decrees, and documents to close estates

Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in accounting or related field
- Knowledge of Minnesota law related to estate and trust matters
- Understanding of estate, gift, and fiduciary income tax preparation, bookkeeping, and accounting principles
- Strong communication skills
- Strong organizational and analytical skills
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with a team

Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefits options including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Employee resource benefits such as counseling, coaching, and care-giving guidance
- Paid parental leave and parenting classes
- Pre-tax parking and transportation options
- Retirement plan with financial planning and investment options
- Competitive salary and collaborative work environment

Salary Information:
- Salary range varies by geographic market
- Estimated starting annual pay range in Minneapolis is -
- Compensation dependent on experience, skills, education, professional background, qualifications, and geographic location

Applying for the Position:
- Applications only accepted online at
- Required to submit cover letter, resume, and salary requirements
- Contact for assistance or accommodations

About Fredrikson:
- Reputation as the firm "where law and business meet"
- Attorneys and staff bring business acumen and entrepreneurial thinking to serve as business advisors, strategic partners, and legal counselors
- Commitment to inclusion and diversity as core values
- Offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits in a collaborative work environment
- 400+ attorneys serving clients in ten locations around the world

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action:
- Fredrikson & Byron, . is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer
- Committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace

No Search Firm Submissions:
- Not accepting submissions from search firms for this position
- Must apply directly through careers page at