Senior Tax Accountant

Primary Details

Time Type: Full time

Worker Type: Employee

The Opportunity

This role is responsible for supporting the delivery of accurate tax reporting functions by effectively and efficiently completing designated tax accounting procedures and deliverables within area of responsibility to support corporate and regulatory requirements.

Primary Responsibilities

• Facilitate the preparation of premium tax returns outsourced to third party, including ownership of the document request and payment processes

• Manage use tax filing obligations prepared by staff

• Engage with management across the business on indirect tax considerations

• Champion process improvement by evaluating current processes, identifying weaknesses & opportunities and implementing new procedures

• Engage with auditors and regulators to facilitate premium tax audits and other queries

• Contribute to successful completion of tax accounting procedures by accurately preparing various tax calculations, assisting in gathering and analyzing financial information from various sources and ensuring tax returns are appropriately filed

• Provide oversight to tax compliance by identifying areas of tax risk exposure and developing risk mitigation strategies

• Recommend continuous improvement of tax processes by developing efficiencies and synthesizing process solutions to ensure implementation of best practices

• Participate and manage the completion of various tax related projects and requirements by sharing knowledge and expertise, providing guidance on tax related matters, building relationships with key stakeholders and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements

• Support team member development by assisting with integration of new associates, sharing knowledge, resolving tax questions and escalating complex issues when needed

• Contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating cultural expectations and influencing others to reward performance and value “can do” people, accountability, diversity and inclusion, flexibility, continuous improvement, collaboration, creativity and fun

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience

Required Experience

• 4 years relevant experience

Preferred Competencies/Skills

• Experience preparing or reviewing state premium tax returns for a property and casualty insurer

• Appropriately prioritize assigned tasks to ensure timely goal achievement

• Work with people at different levels within the organization to accomplish a common goal

• Create and maintain current, accurate and readily accessible data in various formats

• Monitor short and long term impact of contributions and ensure accuracy and adherence to long-term goal

• Implement reports to provide access to critical system information

• Financial acumen and awareness of financial responsibility

• Analyze information and use logic to address work-related issues and problems

• Use internal and external resources to gather, analyze and reorganize information

• Understand team dynamics and utilize the individual strengths of each member to achieve results

• Complete tasks by taking decisive or quick action

• High attention to detail

Preferred Experience

• Experience in a tax department of a property and casualty insurance company or at a tax accounting firm working with property and casualty insurance companies

• Increasing levels of responsibility

Preferred Licenses/Certifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Preferred Knowledge

• Advanced knowledge of products and concepts relating to the financial services industry, including financial instruments, financial management, insurance principles and cash and capital principles

• Advanced knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data

• Applied working knowledge of finance principles and general accounting concepts

• Applied knowledge of Oracle Fusion ERP, Oracle TRCS

• Applied knowledge of CORPTAX database

About QBE

We can never really predict what’s around the corner, but at QBE we’re asking the right questions to enable a more resilient future by helping those around us build strength and embrace change to their advantage.

We’re an international insurer that’s building momentum towards realizing our vision of becoming the most consistent and innovative risk partner.

And our people will be at the center of our success. We’re proud to work together, and encourage each other to enable resilience for our customers, our environment, our economies and our communities.

With more than 12,000 people working across 27 countries, we’re big enough to make a real impact, but small enough to provide a friendly workplace, where people are down-to-earth, passionate, and kind.

We believe this is our moment: What if it was yours too?

Your career at QBE — let’s make it happen!

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US Only - Travel Frequency

• Infrequent (approximately 1-4 trips annually)

US Only - Physical Demands

• General office jobs: Work is generally performed in an office environment in which there is not substantial exposure to adverse environmental conditions. Must have the ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time. Must be able to operate basic office equipment including telephone, headset and computer. Incumbent must be able to lift basic office equipment up to 20 lbs.

US Only - Disclaimer

• To successfully perform this job, the individual must be able to perform each essential job responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential job responsibilities.

Job Type

• Individual Contributor

Global Disclaimer

• The duties listed in this job description do not limit the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the duties normally to be performed in the position or those occasionally assigned outside an employee’s normal duties. Our Group Code of Ethics and Conduct addresses the responsibilities we all have at QBE to our company, to each other and to our customers, suppliers, communities and governments. It provides clear guidance to help us to make good judgement calls.

Inclusion of Diversity

At QBE, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where each person is valued and respected for their authentic selves. If you require any assistance, such as alternative interview accommodations during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to inform our Talent Acquisition team.

Compensation

Base pay offered will vary depending on, but not limited to education, experience, skills, geographic location and business needs

Annual Salary Range: $84,000 - $127,000

AL, AR, AZ, CO (Remote), DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL (Remote), IN, KS, KY, LA, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NV, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX (Remote, Plano), UT, VA, VT, WI, WV and WY

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Annual Salary Range: $93,000 - $139,000

CA (Remote, Fresno, Irvine and Woodland), Greenwood Village CO, CT, Chicago IL, MA, MD, NY (Remote), RI, Houston TX and WA

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Annual Salary Range: $105,000 - $159,000

San Francisco CA, NJ and New York City NY

Benefit Highlights

You are more than your work – and QBE is more than a workplace, which is why QBE provides you with the benefits, support and flexibility to help you concentrate on living your best life personally and professionally. Employees scheduled over 30 hours a week will have access to comprehensive medical, dental, vision and wellbeing benefits that enable you to take care of your health.

We also offer a competitive 401(k) contribution and a paid-time off program. In addition, our paid-family and care-giver leaves are available to support our employees and their families. Regular full-time and part-time employees will also be eligible for QBE’s annual discretionary bonus plan based on business and individual performance.

At QBE, we understand that exceptional employee benefits go beyond mere coverage and compensation. We recognize the importance of flexibility in the work environment to promote a healthy balance, and we are committed to facilitating personal and professional integration for our employees. That's why we offer the opportunity for hybrid work arrangements.

If this role necessitates a hybrid working model, candidates must be open to attending the office 8-12 days per month. This approach ensures a collaborative and supportive work environment where team members can come together to innovate and drive success.

Application Close Date: 23/12/2024 11:59 PM

How to Apply:

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Equal Employment Opportunity:

QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.