Lead Taxation Specialist

2 weeks ago


Denver, Colorado, United States Empower Retirement Full time

Advance Your Career with Empower Retirement

At Empower Retirement, we are dedicated to helping individuals achieve their long-term financial aspirations and providing tailored wealth management solutions. Every team member plays a vital role in enhancing the lives of our clients.

In terms of job fulfillment, few opportunities can match this. You will enjoy the flexibility to champion causes that resonate with you while thriving in a genuinely inclusive workplace.

Your Journey Begins Here

As a Senior Taxation Analyst, your primary responsibilities will include the preparation of income tax accruals, tax calculations, and related filings for designated entities.

You will also oversee and respond to tax disputes, including federal and state tax audits, and document significant tax positions.


Key Responsibilities:
  • Prepare income tax accruals across various accounting frameworks, including IFRS (IAS 12) and, as applicable, either US GAAP (ASC 740) or insurance statutory (SSAP 101).
  • Compile quarterly and annual federal and state income and/or indirect tax calculations along with necessary filings.
  • Conduct and review essential financial statement analytics.
  • Manage federal and state tax audits and notice responses, including tracking, research, coordination, and formulation.
  • Document critical tax positions and prepare supporting work papers for tax filings and income tax accruals.
  • Assist in budgeting and preparing tax-related financial forecasts.
  • Communicate and collaborate with various departments and external auditors and service providers.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a Master's in Taxation.
  • A minimum of 4 years of experience in accounting for income taxes (either IFRS or US GAAP) and tax return compliance.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.).
  • A results-oriented mindset with a cross-functional approach.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification.
  • Experience in financial services and/or insurance tax and statutory accounting.
  • Familiarity with SAP and/or Corptax.

What We Offer:
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
  • Retirement savings plan with competitive company matching contributions (up to 6%), financial advisory services, and a diverse investment lineup.
  • Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually.
  • A business-casual work environment with the option to wear jeans.
  • Generous paid time off policy, including a paid time off program plus ten paid company holidays and three floating holidays each year.
  • Paid volunteer time - 16 hours per year.
  • Leave of absence programs, including paid parental leave and Family and Medical Leave (FMLA).

At Empower Retirement, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome all qualified applicants to apply, regardless of personal characteristics.



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