Senior Tax Accountant - Commerce Trust

About Working at Commerce Building a career here is more than just steps on a ladder. It’s about helping people find financial safety and success, helping businesses thrive, and making sure people and their money are taken care of. And our commitment doesn’t stop there.

Our culture is about our people, the ones in our communities and the ones that work with us. Here, you’ll find opportunities to grow and learn, to connect with others, and build relationships with the people around you. You’ll have the space and resources to grow into the best version of yourself.

Because our number one investment is you. Creating an award-winning culture doesn't come easy. And after 160 years, we know Commerce Bank is only at its best when our people are.

If this sounds interesting to you, keep reading and let’s talk. Compensation Range Annual Salary: $93,000. 00 - $109,000.

00 (Amount based on relevant experience, skills, and competencies.) For more than a century, Commerce Trust has been a leading provider of wealth management services including financial planning, estate and tax planning, investment management, private banking and trust administration services. Our approach to wealth management means assembling a team of seasoned wealth management professionals across disciplines who collaborate to ensure each client’s financial journey is uniquely crafted for their goals.

Commerce Trust is a division of Commerce Bank. About This Job The main purpose of this job is to be responsible for accurate and timely preparation, filing and administration of tax returns. This position will build relationships with internal and external partners and enhance the ability of the Commerce Trust Company to expand its trust/investment management opportunities with current and prospective clients.

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###Skills### & Abilities Required Strong working knowledge of estate, gift, trust, nonprofit, individual and generation-skipping transfer tax is mandatory Specialization in one or more return types Advanced knowledge of trust services including administration, tax law and investments and capacity to identify problems and recommend solutions in an advice-based context Advanced knowledge of business terms, trust and investment relationships and ability to interpret and summarize provisions of complex legal trust, real estate and corporate business documents Excellent analytical, technical and communication

###skills### in a team and multi-location environment with high focus on client service. Strong skill set working in an integrated software and paperless tax preparation environment.

###skills### with a high focus on client services Ability to remain adaptable and resilient to all situations with an optimistic outlook and cast a positive shadow that is aligned with our culture and Core Values Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and tax preparation (CCH ProSystems fx) Education &

###Experience### Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent combination of education and

###experience### required. Master’s degree preferred. 5+ years of

###experience### in the preparation, review and filing of tax returns with focus on Individual, fiduciary, nonprofit and partnership returns required CPA certification and/or equivalent work

###experience### in fiduciary, estate, or income taxation required ***For individuals applying, assigned and/or hired to work in areas with pay transparency requirements, Commerce is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for some roles.

###experience### and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable differentials (geographic, bilingual, or shift) that could be associated with the position or where it is filled. At Commerce, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each situation.

A reasonable estimate of the current base pay is $93,000 to $109,000 annually. This position will be eligible for additional compensation through performance-based incentive plan(s) that will correspond to meeting performance goals. #LI-SN1 The candidate selected for this position may be eligible for the following employment benefits: employer sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and paid personal time.

In addition, we offer career development, education assistance, and voluntary supplemental benefits. Click here to learn more. Location: 1000 Walnut St, Kansas City, Missouri 64106 Time Type: Full time Commerce Bank has been awarded numerous awards for our company culture.

We have been included on distinguished lists such as Forbes’ Best Midsized Employers, Forbes’ Best Employers for Women, and Korn Ferry’s Engaged Performance Award. You’ll see the difference for yourself when you join the team. Why Commerce?

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###Equal Opportunity### Employer Commerce Bank is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and believes that every individual should have

###the opportunity### to work at a job for which he, she or they qualifies. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, ancestry, ethnicity, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability (including physical or mental handicap), age, veteran status, military status, national origin, religion, pregnancy status, marital status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.