What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tax Compliance Leader position at Westfield?
Job Title: Tax Compliance Leader
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full-time
Location: Hybrid - defined as three days in office if residence is within 50 miles of Westfield Center, OH
About Us:
You’re ready to make your mark where people care about each other. Where your work is meaningful. And where your unique perspectives are welcome. Think about joining Westfield, a company focused on what’s most important – the people behind our policies.
Westfield was founded in 1848 by a small group of hard-working farmers who believed in the promise of the future and the power of the individual. Today, as one of the nation’s leading property and casualty (P&C) companies, we remain true to their vision and are dedicated to making a positive difference in our customers’ lives.
Responsibilities :
• Supervises the preparation and timely submission of tax returns, ensuring adherence to tax laws, regulations, and deadlines.
• Analyzes financial data to identify tax risks, opportunities, and implications, providing recommendations to optimize tax positions and mitigate risks.
• Manages tax audits and assessments, responding to inquiries, providing explanations, and resolving issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams, such as Legal, Compliance, and Risk Management, to ensure alignment and integration of tax requirements with broader organizational goals and initiatives.
• Develops and maintains strong relationships with tax authorities, stakeholders, and professional associations, advocating for the company's interests, influencing tax policy, and staying informed of relevant developments.
• Conducts periodic internal tax audits to ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations, identifying and addressing areas of non-compliance or potential risks.
• Implements and maintains tax technology tools and systems, such as tax software, databases, and reporting tools, to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of tax compliance and reporting.
• Manages tax budget and expenses, ensuring efficient and cost-effective use of resources and adherence to financial controls and policies.
• Provides tax training and education to employees, stakeholders, and external parties, promoting awareness and understanding of tax laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Participates in due diligence activities related to mergers and acquisitions, assessing tax implications, risks, and opportunities, and providing recommendations for tax structuring and planning.
• Owns accountability for talent management and navigation of employee related issues that impact morale and work environment to ensure a high performing team including hiring and selection, succession planning, performance and compensation management, and employee development and career coaching as required. Manages priorities and workload distribution and removes barriers that impede progress.
Qualifications:
• 5 - 7 years of experience in Corporate Tax
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting and/or commensurate experience.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) (Preferred)
• Enrolled Agent (Preferred)
•Physical essential functions: ability to work 40 hours in an office environment (sitting, standing, on a computer, etc.), operate office related technology (computer, phone, etc.), travel as required.
Westfield offers a Total Rewards program that focuses on compensation, benefits and wellness, and includes perks like 401(k), pension plan, annual incentive, education reimbursement, onsite fitness center or gym reimbursement and casual dress. Work/life balance, recognition, and learning and career development are all part of a rewarding career with Westfield.
Learn more about current opportunities at www.westfieldinsurance.com/careers.
We are an equal opportunity employer/minority/female/disability/protected veteran.
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