U.S Tax Manager - Insurance

Lead the preparation and review of U.S. federal income tax returns for insurance and reinsurance companies, including Form 1120-PC, Schedule M-3 reconciliations and related filings. 

Oversee ASC 740 income tax provision work and advise clients on tax accounting matters. 

Apply strong knowledge of Subchapter L of the Internal Revenue Code, including loss reserve discounting under Section 846, unearned premium reserves, captive insurance taxation and reinsurance arrangements. 

Advise insurance and reinsurance clients on U.S. tax compliance, tax accounting, and cross-border insurance and reinsurance structures. 

Identify and address relevant state and local tax obligations for insurance companies. 

Take ownership of engagement planning, budgeting, execution, quality and timely completion of deliverables. 

Manage multiple engagements and priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high standard of accuracy. 

Delegate and oversee workstreams across engagement teams, promoting efficient workflow and clear accountability. 

Review work product, provide timely feedback and use coaching conversations to deepen team members’ expertise and support their professional growth. 

Build and maintain strong client relationships, manage expectations and serve as a day-to-day client contact on compliance and advisory matters. 

Partner with team leadership to maintain collective ownership of quality, timelines and deliverables, and uphold PwC’s professional and technical standards. 

A bachelor’s degree with a specialisation in business, accounting, taxation, or a law degree from an accredited university. 

A U.S. Certified Public Accountant designation, or admission to practise law in a U.S. jurisdiction, or an Enrolled Agent qualification, or an equivalent relevant U.S. tax certification. Candidates without a CPA or EA may be considered where they have strong, directly relevant U.S. tax experience.