Tax Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

The Tax Accountant will provide tax accounting and compliance support to the consolidated group of companies. Responsibilities include preparing federal, state, and local income tax returns, as well as premium tax, sales / use tax and property tax filings, for Corporate and other business units. They are responsible for generating and analyzing financial and tax accounts, records and reports. Additionally, this person will research various tax issues and prepare memoranda for use by management. The individual will advise management regarding effects of business activities on taxes and strategies for minimizing tax liability as needed. They will also ensure compliance with periodic tax payments, information reporting, and various other tax matters; assist in preparation of tax reporting and disclosures required under NAIC statutory accounting principles; and respond to audit requests, including IRS, state & local, and insurance departments.

Minimum Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting or equivalent work experience.
• 3 – 6 years of experience in corporate tax department and / or public accounting.
• Experience preparing income tax provision and disclosures in accordance with ASC-740 and the SEC and / or Insurance or Financial Services background preferred.
• CPA or CPA candidate.

Primary Job Functions :

The above cited duties and responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to the job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that an incumbent may be expected or asked to perform.

Skills & Competencies Required :

Additional Information :

Full benefit package including medical, dental, life, vision, company paid short / long term disability, 401(k), tuition assistance and more.

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