State and Local Tax Consultant

2 weeks ago


HARTFORD, United States MassMutual Full time

State and Local Tax Analyst

Corporate Tax Department

Full-Time

Boston, MA or Springfield, MA

The Opportunity 

We’re growing and our clients deserve the best. As a State & Local Tax Consultant you will work to reduce the Company’s exposure to tax risks, provide high-quality tax advice, and satisfy compliance requirements.  In this role, as well as all roles within MassMutual, you will demonstrate accountability, agility, a dedication to be inclusive, a strong business acumen, and will show courage, even in the most difficult situations. We also highly value strong communication skills, a passion for learning, leadership traits, resilience and self-awareness.

The Team

This Corporate Tax Department is comprised of high-performing, collaborative, and agile tax professionals who are motivated by challenging work that delivers sustained value and a culture of accountability. Team members are focused on continuous improvement and transforming the department through innovative solutions that align with the finance organization’s strategic goals and initiatives.

The Impact 

  • State Tax Compliance
    • Responsible for the preparation, and processing of the annual premium tax filings and associated compliance
    • Responsible for municipal tax filings
    • Ensure accuracy of and compliance with tax calendar and internal controls
    • Responsible for the review preparation of internal and external statutory financial reporting associated with state and local tax
    • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of state tax developments
    • Provide information and support to business areas
    • Advise on non-routine transactions impacting state filings, including acquisitions and dispositions
    • Assist with state and local tax audits
    • Prepare, review and approve journal entries
    • Review internal and external statutory and GAAP financial reporting associated with the Tax, Licenses & Fees tax accruals
    • Prepare General Ledger Reconciliations
    • Review and respond to inquiries from state tax authorities

  • Assist with state legislative and regulatory initiatives
    • Assist State Government Relations and internal SALT attorney on legislative and regulatory matters
    • Incorporate changes in law to process and procedures

  • Guaranty Fund compliance
  • Develop a strong working relationship with internal and external clients, including vendor relationships

The Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance
  • 1+ years state tax experience

The Ideal Qualifications

  • CPA or MST highly desirable (or in-progress plans to obtain either
  • 2+ years of corporate state income tax experience
  • Experience in the insurance industry highly preferred
  • Working knowledge and experience related to state and local taxation a plus
  • Strong computer skills, including tax compliance software, GL systems and research software
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Access desirable
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills

What to Expect as Part of MassMutual and the Team

  • Regular meetings with teams across the Corporate Tax Department
  • Focused one-on-one meetings with your manager
  • Access to mentorship opportunities
  • Networking opportunities including access to Asian, Hispanic/Latinx, African American, women, LGBTQ, veteran, and disability-focused Business Resource Groups
  • Access to learning content on Degreed and other informational platforms.
  • Your ethics and integrity will be valued by a company with a strong and stable ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits

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MassMutual is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply. Note: Veterans are welcome to apply, regardless of their discharge status.

If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need.

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