Transamerica

Senior Tax Accountant

Transamerica$78K — $103K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Cedar Rapids, IA
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent work experience.
  • 5-8 years of professional experience in tax or accounting, with expertise in at least one tax specialty.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and online research software (RIA, Westlaw).
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
  • Effective organizational skills for managing multiple assignments.

Responsibilities

  • Prepares and reviews local, state, and federal tax returns, along with financial reports.
  • Handles amended tax returns and quarterly tax provisions, including investment taxation workpapers.
  • Researches complex tax law and accounting principles, drafting technical memos or outlines.
  • Identifies problems and opportunities, developing viable alternatives.
  • Implements project plans and leads small to mid-sized projects.
  • Reviews unusual situations with management for evaluation and action.
  • Coaches, develops, and trains staff, directing workflows as necessary.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay with annual bonus eligibility for qualifying employees.
  • Pension plan and 401k match to enhance future financial stability.
  • Employee stock purchase plan offering ownership opportunities.
  • Tuition reimbursement for professional development and education.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
  • Paid time off of 160 hours annually plus ten holidays, promoting work-life balance.
  • Holistic wellness program with coaching and reward initiatives.
Full Job Description
Job Family
Tax

Job Description Summary
Researches complicated tax issues, analyzes applicable tax laws, and documents conclusions. Participates in team projects, offering direction to others to achieve tax department goals.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

  • Prepares and/or reviews local, state, and federal tax returns and quarterly tax provisions, as well as financial and management reports.
  • Prepares and/or reviews amended tax returns, quarterly tax provisions, as well as investment taxation workpapers.
  • Researches complicated tax law and accounting principles and drafts technical memos or outlines.
  • Identifies problems and opportunities and develops alternatives.
  • Implements project plans and leads small projects or parts of complex projects.
  • Recognizes unusual situations and reviews such situations with management.
  • Actively coaches, develops, and trains staff. May direct the workflow of other staff professionals.
  • Completes moderately difficult assignments with little supervision and review.


Qualifications:
  • Bachelors degree in accounting or equivalent work experience.
  • 5-8 years of professional experience in tax, accounting, or equivalent area, with substantial experience in at least one tax specialty.
  • Requires working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), on-line research software (RIA, Westlaw), applicable tax and/or accounting software systems.
  • Written/verbal communication skills.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
  • Organizational skills to perform multiple assignments.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with GAAP Reporting


Working Conditions:
  • Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
  • Minimal to occasional travel may be required.


Compensation:
  • The Salary for this position generally ranges between $78,000 - $103,000 annually. Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.
  • Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company's discretion.


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This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and responsibilities as needed. In the event an employee or applicant requests or requires an accommodation to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation request.

Disclaimer:
Beware of fake job offers!

We've been alerted to scammers impersonating Transamerica recruiters, particularly for remote positions. Please note:
  • We will never request personal information such as ID or payment for equipment upfront.
  • Official offers are sent via DocuSign following a verbal offer-not through text or email.


What We Offer

For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees.

Compensation Benefits
  • Competitive Pay
  • Bonus for Eligible Employees


Benefits Package
  • Pension Plan
  • 401k Match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Disability Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Employee Discounts
  • Career Training & Development Opportunities


Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits
  • Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.
  • Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).
  • Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars
  • Parental Leave - fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Back-Up Care Program
  • PTO for Volunteer Hours
  • Employee Matching Gifts Program
  • Employee Resource Groups
  • Inclusion and Diversity Programs
  • Employee Recognition Program
  • Referral Bonus Programs


About Transamerica

The Transamerica Corporation is an American holding company for various life insurance companies and investment firms operating primarily in the United States, offering life and supplemental health insurance, investments, and retirement services. The company has major offices located in Baltimore, Maryland; Cedar Rapids, Iowa; Denver, Colorado; Norwood, Massachusetts; Exton, Pennsylvania; Harrison, New York; Johns Creek, Georgia; Plano, Texas; and St. Petersburg, Florida. Additional affiliated offices are located throughout the United States. In 1999, it became a subsidiary of Aegon, a European financial services company headquartered in The Hague, Netherlands. Transamerica funds the Transamerica Institute, a nonprofit foundation which comprises the Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies and the Transamerica Center for Health Studies.
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