Job Title: Senior Tax Analyst (International)
Location: Houston, Texas (Corporate Office)
Reports to: Senior Vice President, Tax Director (Global Tax)
Employment Type: Full Time
Schedule: (Hybrid 4:1)
Job SummaryMaintains tax records and prepares and reviews federal income tax returns and reporting for foreign subsidiary corporations, estimated tax computations, tax accruals, foreign and federal tax true-up computations, and related schedules for a large multinational consolidated group of entities. Responds to IRS notices and document requests as they relate to international tax issues, and completes special projects as requested. Specializes in the international aspects of U.S. federal income taxes.
Key Responsibilities Relying on limited experience and knowledge, this role is responsible for accomplishing the following assignments. These assignments are varied in nature.
Key Responsibilities- Prepare and review quarterly tax estimates and U.S. international tax compliance for foreign and domestic entities utilizing federal international tax compliance guidelines for consolidated returns.
- Prepare and review quarterly and annual US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and insurance statutory tax accruals and return-to-accrual true-up computations, as well as review quarterly and annual foreign statutory tax accruals and return-to-provision true-up computations of foreign subsidiaries.
- Respond to notices and audit inquiries from the IRS.
- Maintain tax depreciation records.
- Prepare and record income tax related journal entries.
- Research and document issues related to various technical international and foreign tax issues and US GAAP topics.
- Assist in training new employees.
- Assist in the development and maintenance of tax department spreadsheets and software as they relate to foreign subsidiaries.
CompetenciesPlanning
- Follow work plans, established timelines, and predefined goals for assigned work.
- Meet commitments on deadlines.
Communication
- Communicate activities, results, and observations with employees and management as appropriate.
Cost Management
- Identify areas for improvement in existing business practices.
- Perform work thoroughly in a cost-efficient manner and at a high productivity level.
Business Controls and Policies
- Comply with all corporate policies and procedures.
- Report any breakdowns in controls to management.
- Conduct all activities in a safe manner.
People Management
- No people management responsibility.
EducationMinimum 4 Year / Bachelors Degree in Accounting a related field, or the equivalent education and/or experience
Certifications, Licenses, and DesignationsRequired Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation
Experience5 Years of relevant and progressive International Tax experience with concentration in the areas of corporate consolidated tax returns of multinational controlled groups
Other- Public accounting International Tax experience in a large firm preferred
- Solid experience and understanding of US GAAP tax accounting for controlled foreign corporations
- Experience with multinational insurance groups preferred
- Experience using specialized income tax software
- Possess and have ability to interpret and apply broad knowledge of tax and GAAP principles, practices, and procedures.
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills with an emphasis on confidentiality, tact, and diplomacy
- Exceptional organizational and analytical skills; demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Knowledgeable of industry changes, legal updates, and technical developments related to applicable area of the Company's business to proactively respond to changing business environment
- Intermediate proficiency and experience using Microsoft Office package (Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Word)
Additional Working Conditions and Physical Demands- Overtime hours may be required to fulfill job responsibilities
- May be required to remain stationary for extended periods of time
- May be required to move up to 10 pounds
- Must be able to operate a computer and other devices
- Close vision and ability to adjust focus, such as required to read a computer screen
Travel RequiredOccasional travel (up to 10% of time)
What we offer- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- Strong learning culture with ongoing development opportunities
- Opportunities for growth and career advancement
- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, with eligibility beginning on your first day of employment
- Basic life and disability insurance
- 401(k) plan with 6% company match
- 20 days of PTO, two floating holidays, approximately 11 paid holidays, and volunteer time off
- Paid parental leave
- Access to our award-winning wellness program, including mental health services, fitness network membership, and a complimentary Headspace subscription
- Student loan matching program
- Employee discount program
- An opportunity to do meaningful work and love what you do
DisclaimerAs an insurance company, we comply with certain federal, state and local laws such as the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (18 USC a7 1033(e)), which restricts our ability to employ individuals with certain types of criminal convictions. Where not restricted by law and for criminal history not covered by this law, the Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history in compliance with applicable law.
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