Tax Manager

Our client is searching for a qualified Tax Manager to join their corporate headquarters. The qualified candidate will primarily supervise and review the preparation of quarterly and annual GAAP and STAT income tax provisions and income tax returns.  You will also be involves with the ongoing improvement of the tax function and various department projects and tasks.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervise and review the preparation of the quarterly and annual income tax provisions (GAAP and statutory).
• Supervise and review account reconciliations, deferred tax analyses, annual return-to-provision adjustments, and intercompany settlements.
• Review substantial parts of the federal, state and local income tax returns and supporting work papers.
• Assist in the maintenance of key controls for the tax reporting process.
• Leads and mentors junior staff with appropriate guidance and direction.
• Maintain the tax compliance calendar.
• Research tax issues by applying relevant case law, statutes and regulations.
• Review premium tax returns, insurance assessments and related journal entries and reconciliations.
• Direct, develop, and mentor junior tax staff.

Job Requirements:

• 2-10 years of combined tax experience in public accounting or industry.
• Previous tax provision (ASC 740) and tax compliance experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. 
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel.

Preferred, but not required:

• ·A Master’s degree in Taxation or CPA is preferred for this position.
• ·Insurance industry and statutory accounting (SSAP 101) knowledge.
• ·Experience with general ledger software, particularly Oracle.

Our client is a dynamic National Insurance carrier that is seeking a goal-oriented individual willing to put their ideas to work!

They offer a positive, challenging work environment, combined with an opportunity to build your career