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Senior Trust Tax Manager (Wilmington, DE)

Lewis James Professional · lewisjamesprofessional.com
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Trust tax management.

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7 d ago · posted 2026-10-06
Location
Wilmington, Delaware

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Senior Trust Tax Manager Lewis James Professional is a woman-owned staff augmentation, project consulting and direct hire search and placement firm. We are currently seeking a Senior Trust Tax Manager for a direct hire opportunity with a financial services client. Responsibilities: • Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local tax regulations by overseeing the timely preparation and filing of tax-related obligations for assigned clients. • Serve as a key point of contact for Trust Officers and Financial Advisors, fostering strong and productive working relationships. • Direct the day-to-day activities and strategic priorities of the Trust Tax Services function. • Research, address, and resolve inquiries, notices, and assessments issued by taxing authorities at all governmental levels. • Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and evaluate their impact on client accounts and tax reporting requirements. • Demonstrate experience within a corporate trustee, trust administration, wealth management, or comparable fiduciary services environment. • Lead tax operations, process improvements, and drive team development efforts. • Mentor and support team members through technical guidance, professional development, and coaching. • Manage resource allocation, workflow oversight, and review processes to maintain high-quality service delivery and regulatory compliance. • Carry out other duties and special projects as assigned Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related. • Advanced degree in Taxation or an LL.M. in Taxation is preferred. • At least 10 years of progressive experience in tax compliance, planning, or advisory services. • Active professional designation such as CPA, EA, or JD. • Comprehensive understanding of complex federal, state, and local tax laws and reporting requirements. • Familiarity with international trust taxation and FATCA compliance standards. • Knowledge of Delaware trust taxation practices. • Proven ability to interpret IRS regulations and apply tax rules to trust and account activity. • Strong technical aptitude with experience utilizing multiple software applications, tax systems, and digital platforms. • Demonstrated success in building partnerships, collaborating across business functions, and managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders. For immediate consideration, please click “Apply” and use Job Code BHJOB11837_4431. You may also send a copy of your resume to: [email protected] and enter only the following job code in the subject line: BHJOB11837_4431. Lewis James Professional is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V

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