Chubb

VP, US Federal & State Tax Controversies

Chubb • $175K — $210K *
Philadelphia, PA 19120In-Person
Legal & Accounting
11 - 15 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting; JD, Master's, or LLM in taxation preferred
  • 15+ years of experience in corporate tax law, especially with IRS interactions
  • Proven leadership in managing complex tax controversies and audits
  • Experience in a large, multinational, and regulated organization
  • Strong communication skills for engaging with stakeholders and tax authorities

Responsibilities

  • Provide expert tax advice on corporate income tax matters, including audits
  • Collaborate with Legal, Finance, Treasury, and Accounting for compliance
  • Work with external advisors on complex tax issues and reporting
  • Stay updated on tax legislation and policy changes
  • Review transactions and contracts to identify tax implications and risks

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a prestigious multinational company
  • Engagement with a diverse range of tax issues
  • Access to a collaborative and supportive team environment
  • Professional development opportunities in tax law and compliance
  • Involvement in high-stakes tax examinations and controversies
Full Job Description
Job Description

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced tax professional with deep expertise in US Federal and State corporate income taxation and a proven track record leading and coordinating IRS and state tax examinations for a large multinational company. This individual will analyze and interpret complex tax laws and regulations affecting Chubb's insurance and non-insurance businesses and coordinate related engagement with the IRS and other domestic tax authorities. The successful candidate will be a key member of Chubb's Center of Excellence for Tax Controversies. This role requires a collaborative, technically strong, organized, and responsive professional who can manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide expert tax advice and guidance on corporate income tax matters, including federal, state, and local tax law, especially as it pertains to responding to audit inquiries from the IRS or other taxing authorities.
  • Collaborate with Legal, Finance, Treasury, and Accounting teams to ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations.
  • Collaborate with external advisors and consultants to address complex tax issues, related reporting and responses to tax authorities.
  • Stay abreast of changes in tax legislation and policy developments that may impact the organization.
  • Participate in reviews of transactions, contracts, and business structures to identify tax implications, mitigate potential risks, and ensure documentation is in an "audit ready" state.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting; a Juris Doctor (JD), Master's degree or LLM in taxation desirable
  • Minimum of 15 years of experience in corporate tax law, preferably with significant experience dealing with the IRS
  • Demonstrated leadership experience managing complex tax controversies, audits, and dispute resolution.
  • Experience working in a large, multinational, and highly regulated organization
  • Ability to communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, external advisors, and tax authorities

Desired Skills:
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate complex tax issues.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex legal and tax concepts to non-tax experts
  • Insurance tax experience is preferred but not a requirement, financial services, public accounting and prior private industry experience desirable.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment


About Chubb

Chubb Limited is a Swiss-based global insurance company that provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance (A&H), reinsurance, and life insurance to a diverse group of clients. Chubb operates in 54 countries and territories and is the world's largest publicly traded property and casualty insurance company. The company has a long history, dating back to 1882, and has grown through a series of mergers and acquisitions. Chubb is known for its high-quality insurance products and services, as well as its strong financial performance and commitment to corporate social responsibility.
Learn more about Chubb
Size
31,000 employees
Market Cap
$90.7 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Net Income
$3.5 billion
Founded
1882
5 Year Trend
+5.3%
Revenue
$35.9 billion
NASDAQ
CB
* Ladders Estimates

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