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Senior Tax Accountant

2 months ago


Des Moines, United States ARAG North America Full time
Purpose

Do you have strong attention to detail? Do you have thorough knowledge of federal, state and local tax laws and procedures? Do you enjoy digging in and performing research on various tax matters?

ARAG is hiring a Senior Tax Accountant This person will lead the execution of ARAG's taxation initiatives and collaborate with individuals at all levels within the organization - including ARAG's senior leadership team. Four years of tax experience in either public accounting or the insurance industry is preferred.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Leads the execution of company's taxation initiatives.
  • Gathers tax information and completes quarterly estimated federal and state tax calculations/payments.
  • Synthesizes GAAP and Statutory financial statements to prepare workpapers for Federal and State tax returns.
  • Prepares tax provision schedules, tax rate reconciliations, apportionment calculations, deferred tax reconciliations and annual tax return-to-provision true-up.
  • Prepares annual ASC 740 and SSAP 101 tax workpapers and financial statement footnotes.
  • Collaborates with external tax accountants for timely and accurate tax return preparation.
  • Monitors nexus status of entities and coordinates periodic nexus reviews for State and other tax compliance.
  • Prepares premium tax returns and determines monthly tax liability through reconciliation and tracking of State premium revenues.
  • Prepares sales and use tax returns; responsible for coordination of exemption certificates, where applicable.
  • Responsible for corporate compliance with informational tax returns (1099 and 1042s).
  • Manages compliance with taxing authorities and filings.
  • Provides guidance to Payroll team with respect to payroll tax items and/or State employment requirements.
  • Maintains thorough tax records for audit and historical documentation purposes.
  • Leads the development of tax accounting policies and procedures.
  • Monitors tax legislation and compliance developments; successfully carries out tax research and implements appropriate action accordingly.
  • Maintains understanding of Company product; stays abreast on product changes and resulting taxation impacts.
  • Works closely with the Legal & Compliance department to understand and maintain state/municipal registrations of Company entities.
  • Collaborates with business units in considering tax implications of business decisions.
  • Possesses working knowledge of Federal and State taxation and serves as advisor to the Finance team and other departments on technical taxation knowledge; stays abreast of regulations, changes and trends.
  • Addresses and resolves tax notices in a timely manner.
  • Coordinates with taxing authorities during tax audits, as necessary.
  • Serves as a positive role model by representing ARAG at its Best.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications

Knowledge
  • Strong knowledge of Federal, State and local tax laws and procedures
  • Thorough understanding of ASC 740
  • SSAP 101 accounting for income taxes, preferred
  • Knowledge of state apportionment fundamentals
Skill
  • Highly organized with ability to effectively prioritize workload
  • High level of autonomy; dependable for assigned work
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and accurately, verbally and in writing
  • Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with individuals at all levels within the organization
  • Exhibits professional demeanor and remains calm during time-sensitive deadlines
  • Excellent computer skills with knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications, including advanced Excel skills
  • Strong analytic skills and curiosity to make data-informed decisions
  • Ability to remain positive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
Education
  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required.
Experience
  • 4+ years related work experience required. Public accounting experience, preferred. Insurance industry experience, preferred.
Certifications, Licenses, Associations, etc.
  • None required. CPA encouraged.
Physical
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


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