Mgr Finance & Reporting

Horace Mann - Agent Opportunities

$89K — $125K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting
  • 6-10 years of relevant experience
  • Supervisory experience preferred
  • CPA certification preferred
  • Strong knowledge of IRS and multi-state reporting requirements
  • In-depth understanding of indirect tax regulations

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end information reporting processes for compliance
  • Oversee compliance with indirect taxes across multiple jurisdictions
  • Drive process improvements and automation in tax functions
  • Manage preparation and review of tax filings and returns
  • Monitor changes in tax laws and assess business impact
  • Strengthen internal controls over tax and reporting processes
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams for accurate data reporting
  • Lead audits and examinations with external auditors
  • Support tax planning strategies and advise on reporting implications
  • Develop and manage tax staff and external vendors

Benefits

  • Hybrid working model
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams
  • Involvement in process improvement and system enhancements
  • Exposure to a diverse range of tax functions
Full Job Description
Job Title: Manager, Tax

Location: Springfield, IL (Hybrid)

Position Summary

Leads the organization's indirect tax function, including sales/use tax, premium tax, and IRS/state information reporting (e.g., Forms W-2, 1099 series). Ensures compliance with multi-state and federal requirements while driving process improvements, automation, and operational efficiency. Partners cross-functionally to provide guidance on tax implications of transactions, reporting obligations, and strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead end-to-end information reporting processes, including W-2s, 1099-R, and other 1099 filings, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with IRS and state requirements.
  • Oversee indirect tax compliance, including sales/use, premium, unclaimed property and other transaction-based taxes across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Drive process improvements, automation, and system enhancements across indirect tax and information reporting functions to increase efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
  • Manage preparation and review of tax filings and information returns, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and internal standards.
  • Monitor and interpret changes in tax laws and reporting requirements; assess business impact and implement necessary updates.
  • Maintain and strengthen internal controls over tax and reporting processes, including SOX-related controls where applicable.
  • Partner with finance, HR, legal, and operations teams to ensure accurate data capture and reporting for tax and information reporting purposes.
  • Lead tax and information reporting audits and examinations, coordinating responses with auditors and regulatory authorities.
  • Support tax planning strategies and provide guidance on reporting implications of new products, transactions, and business initiatives.
  • Lead, develop, and manage tax staff and/or external vendors.

Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
  • 6-10 years of experience.
  • Prior supervisory experience preferred.
  • CPA preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of IRS and multi-state information reporting requirements, as well as indirect tax regulations.


Salary: $89,800.00 - $125,500.00
  • Salary is commensurate to experience, location, etc.

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