AVP, Tax Compliance

1 week ago


Des Moines, Iowa, United States Fidelity & Guaranty Life Insurance Company Full time
Job Description

Job Description
F&G is hiring for an

AVP, Tax.

This role is responsible for the day-to-day accounting and compliance related operations of the Tax Department. This position will oversee all aspects of federal and state income tax compliance, guaranty fund analysis, and premium taxation.

This role will lead a team in all tax accounting areas including preparation of annual and quarterly Statutory and GAAP provisions and tax balance sheets.

The AVP, Tax will report to the VP, Tax and will manage a staff of 8-10 professionals.
Duties and Responsibilities

Oversee all aspects of federal and state income tax compliance, guaranty fund analysis, and premium taxation including research and managing audits.

Partner with the VP, Tax and other senior leaders in Tax to lead the strategic vision of the tax team

Provide hands-on leadership for tax accounting areas including preparation of annual and quarterly Statutory and GAAP provisions and tax balance sheets.

Oversee a robust tax internal control process
Ensure timely reporting of all tax requirements for SEC filings, parent company, and other external entities.

Provide leadership and participation in a wide array of special projects, including, but not limited to: acquisition analysis, tax minimization through the use of tax preferred investments, federal and state tax incentives, implementation of Statutory and GAAP tax-related pronouncements, etc.

Provide leadership through a wide variety of technical issues, (i.e., Legal, Accounting, Actuarial, etc.) and incorporate the impact of these areas on the overall corporate tax position.

Provide effective communication on all issues related to taxes to Senior Management.
Co-lead departmental accounting and compliance automation efforts.
Oversee and Manage internal tax reporting functions.
Act as primary interface between the VP, Tax and tax department operations.
Experience and Education Requirements
Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance, or Tax required; Masters degree a plus
Minimum 10 years experience working in a corporate tax department or public accounting firm
Minimum of 4 years of management experience leading a team
Certification as a Certified Public Accountant or LLM required
Experience with Onesource a plus
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Familiarity with tax software packages required
Strong tax technical and accounting skills including the ability to apply ASC 740 concepts to an insurance group structure and knowledge of statutory tax accounting
High level of intellectual curiosity and willingness to contribute ideas
Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to foster teambuilding, act as a coach and mentor, and provide motivation
Strong analytical ability to analyze tax and accounting information
Demonstrated knowledge of tax software systems; systems, including web-based compliance and research related applications
Ability to research and write effective briefs
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to provide effective decision making knowing when to escalate issues
Other Requirements
Perform other functions, duties and projects as assigned
Regular and punctual attendance
Some travel may be required (less than 10%)

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Additional Information

Work Environments

F&G believes in an employee-centric flexible environment, which is why we offer the ability for in-office, hybrid and remote work arrangements.

During the hiring process, you'll work with your leader to decide what works best for your role.

F&G complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for F&G.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact

Join our employee-centric hybrid work environment: F&G Careers
About F&G

Since 1959, Fidelity & Guaranty Life Insurance Company (F&G) has offered annuity and life insurance products to those who are seeking security in retirement and protection during life's unexpected events.

As a national Top Workplace1, an Iowa Top Workplace2 and a proud equal opportunity employer, F&G team members are empowered, collaborative, dynamic and authentic.

We believe that by embracing these values, we will continue to build and strengthen the company while continuing to be a great place to work.

1 Top Workplaces USA 2022 – 2023
2 Des Moines Register Top Workplaces 2018 – 2022

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