GuideOne Insurance
Tax Manager - On site or Hybrid Opportunity
GuideOne Insurance, West Des Moines, Iowa, United States, 50265
As the Tax Manager, you will be responsible for the overall tax planning, reporting, and tax compliance for The Mutual Group and its Member institutions.
Responsibilities:
Tax Compliance:
Utilize tax expertise in the preparation and supervision of federal/state tax, benefit plans, premium taxes, municipal taxes, assessment and surcharge management for TMG and its Member Institutions.Oversee accounting and reporting of fixed assets on both a tax and Statutory basis.Respond to IRS and other regulator requests, as applicable.Tax Accounting & Reporting:
Review/prepare tax accounting for current and deferred taxes on a quarterly basis (Statutory) for TMG's Member institutions.Utilize expertise in SSAP 101 calculation and reporting.Utilize expertise in tax forecasting including projected tax accounting of loss reserves.Tax disclosures and tax reporting for annual/quarterly statement and audit report purposes.Tax Strategy and Consulting:
Strategic projects/planning.Tax Reform/Legislative Analysis.Subject Matter Expert on taxes for the company.Research into emerging legislation and tax guidance, assess impact, and communicate as appropriate.Oversight, Administration and Management:
Designing appropriate controls, administration and review.Budget planning, analysis and review on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.Facilitation of both internal and external audits as it relates to tax.Pursue process efficiencies utilizing lean operations and process automation.Coaches, mentors and develops staff accordingly.Responsible for hiring, performance management and compensation decisions.All other duties as assigned.Skills & Requirements
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance related field.CPA designation preferred.Five (5) years of tax experience within the insurance industry.Three (3) years of public accounting experience.Three(3) or more years supervisory experience.Experience with Model Audit Rule or Sarbanes-Oxley (internal control environment), and SSAP101.Statutory and GAAP insurance tax accounting experience and knowledge.Demonstrates the ability to use commonly-used concepts, practices and procedures within the P&C insurance industry and statutory and GAAP Tax Accounting principles.Convey clear, concise information to others, using verbal or other appropriate communication techniques.Demonstrates leadership experience and presentation skills.Proven experience with Microsoft Office. Formulate and prepare complex reports, spreadsheets and budgets using Excel and Access programs. Design PowerPoint presentations.Experience with GoSystems, Corporate Tax or similar tax return preparation software.Benefits:
We are proud to offer a robust benefits suite that includes:
Competitive base salary plus incentive plans for eligible team members401(K) retirement plan that includes a company match of up to 6% of your eligible salaryFree basic life and AD&D, long-term disability and short-term disability insuranceMedical, dental and vision plans to meet your unique healthcare needsWellness incentivesGenerous time off program that includes personal, holiday and volunteer paid time offFlexible work schedules and hybrid/remote options for eligible positionsEducational assistance
Responsibilities:
Tax Compliance:
Utilize tax expertise in the preparation and supervision of federal/state tax, benefit plans, premium taxes, municipal taxes, assessment and surcharge management for TMG and its Member Institutions.Oversee accounting and reporting of fixed assets on both a tax and Statutory basis.Respond to IRS and other regulator requests, as applicable.Tax Accounting & Reporting:
Review/prepare tax accounting for current and deferred taxes on a quarterly basis (Statutory) for TMG's Member institutions.Utilize expertise in SSAP 101 calculation and reporting.Utilize expertise in tax forecasting including projected tax accounting of loss reserves.Tax disclosures and tax reporting for annual/quarterly statement and audit report purposes.Tax Strategy and Consulting:
Strategic projects/planning.Tax Reform/Legislative Analysis.Subject Matter Expert on taxes for the company.Research into emerging legislation and tax guidance, assess impact, and communicate as appropriate.Oversight, Administration and Management:
Designing appropriate controls, administration and review.Budget planning, analysis and review on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.Facilitation of both internal and external audits as it relates to tax.Pursue process efficiencies utilizing lean operations and process automation.Coaches, mentors and develops staff accordingly.Responsible for hiring, performance management and compensation decisions.All other duties as assigned.Skills & Requirements
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance related field.CPA designation preferred.Five (5) years of tax experience within the insurance industry.Three (3) years of public accounting experience.Three(3) or more years supervisory experience.Experience with Model Audit Rule or Sarbanes-Oxley (internal control environment), and SSAP101.Statutory and GAAP insurance tax accounting experience and knowledge.Demonstrates the ability to use commonly-used concepts, practices and procedures within the P&C insurance industry and statutory and GAAP Tax Accounting principles.Convey clear, concise information to others, using verbal or other appropriate communication techniques.Demonstrates leadership experience and presentation skills.Proven experience with Microsoft Office. Formulate and prepare complex reports, spreadsheets and budgets using Excel and Access programs. Design PowerPoint presentations.Experience with GoSystems, Corporate Tax or similar tax return preparation software.Benefits:
We are proud to offer a robust benefits suite that includes:
Competitive base salary plus incentive plans for eligible team members401(K) retirement plan that includes a company match of up to 6% of your eligible salaryFree basic life and AD&D, long-term disability and short-term disability insuranceMedical, dental and vision plans to meet your unique healthcare needsWellness incentivesGenerous time off program that includes personal, holiday and volunteer paid time offFlexible work schedules and hybrid/remote options for eligible positionsEducational assistance