Tax Staff Accountant

The Senior Tax Accountant is a hands-on role designed for a financial and tax professional who has experience in tax compliance and GAAP/Statutory tax accounting.  Under the direction of the AVP, Taxation, this position will be primarily responsible for accurately preparing and filing state and federal tax returns.  In addition, the Senior Tax Accountant will assist the AVP, Taxation in monitoring current and impending changes to tax regulation, and to develop effective tax planning strategies that align with business objectives.   

• Handling incoming and outgoing mail / FedEx intended for the tax department.
• Preparation for tax correspondence including envelopes, labels, assembling filings, and deliveries to the post office.
• File organization and maintenance, including new file set up, scanning documents, etc.
• Staffing oversight and recruiting, where required

• Significant experience (3 - 5+ years) in life insurance tax compliance and tax accounting
• Bachelor’s degree and CPA, or progress towards, required; advanced tax degree preferred
• Strong understanding of federal and state tax laws, regulations, etc.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and statutory accounting guidance and practical application thereof
• Familiarity with control design and testing
• Demonstrated ability to deliver timely results and be attentive to deadlines.

• Strong organizational skills with elevated level of attention to detail
• Demonstrated persistency and ability to deliver results under pressure
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal communication and proofreading skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, etc.
• Must be a flexible self-starter who can prioritize tasks, follow through and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision