Staff Tax Accountant
Chicago, IL - USA
Job Summary
Our client is seeking a Staff Tax Accountant to join their growing team. This position will support a variety of tax compliance reporting and accounting functions with exposure to premium tax insurance tax tax provisions regulatory filings and tax research.
The Staff Tax Accountant will work closely with tax and finance professionals at the corporate level and across multiple operating locations while gaining broad exposure to both day-to-day tax operations and larger departmental initiatives.
- Prepare assigned premium tax insurance tax and related regulatory filings accurately and within required deadlines
- Support quarterly and year-end close processes including the preparation of tax accrual journal entries and supporting schedules
- Assist with the preparation and consolidation of quarterly and annual tax provisions
- Prepare quarterly estimated tax calculations and assist with timely tax payments
- Conduct tax research and technical analysis to support compliance reporting and planning initiatives
- Perform account reconciliations track cash payments and assist with variance analysis
- Collaborate with internal teams to gather review and validate data required for tax filings
- Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with applicable regulations and internal controls
- Identify opportunities to improve processes and support automation initiatives that enhance efficiency and accuracy
- Assist with audits special projects and other tax-related initiatives as needed
- Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field
- Previous accounting or tax experience
- Exposure to insurance premium tax or regulatory reporting is a plus
- Experience with tax provisions account reconciliations or journal entries is a plus
- Interest in process improvement and automation
- Strong understanding of fundamental accounting principles
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
- Strong analytical organizational and problem-solving skills
- Excellent attention to detail with the ability to produce accurate work within established deadlines
- Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and organizational levels
- Salary Range: $62000$72000
- Medical dental and vision coverage effective the first day of the following month
- 22 days of PTO
- 11 paid holidays
- 401(k) with 6% employer match
- Professional development and growth opportunities
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