Lead Tax Analyst - Indirect Tax

Transamerica Corporation; Cedar Rapids, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401k match

Pension plan

Job summary

Transamerica Corporation is seeking a Lead Tax Analyst to oversee indirect tax compliance and related accounting from Cedar Rapids, IA, with remote work options. The role requires substantial tax accounting experience and strong leadership capabilities to manage staff and drive process improvements.

The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, with potential annual bonus eligibility and a focus on regulatory accuracy and cross-department collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent education/experience.
• Eight years of tax accounting experience.
• In-depth knowledge of assigned tax specialty.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
• Advanced computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee indirect tax compliance and associated accounting.
• Review indirect tax returns and associated tax accounting (state insurance premium, use, franchise taxes; federal excise tax).
• Draft and/or review technical memos and outlines.
• Lead assigned projects including integration of new tax laws and accounting principles.
• Research complicated tax law and accounting principles.
• Monitor tax law to ensure data integrity.
• Provide leadership and develop staff.

Skills

Tax accounting

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Deadline-driven

Advanced computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent education/experience

Job description

## Lead Tax Analyst - Indirect TaxApply: Cedar Rapids, Iowa: Iowa - Working From Home: Full time: Posted Today: R20062761**Job Family**Tax**About Us**At Transamerica, hard work, innovative thinking, and personal accountability are qualities we honor and reward. We understand the potential of leveraging the talents of a diverse workforce. We embrace an environment where employees enjoy a balance between their careers, families, communities, and personal interests.Ultimately, we appreciate the uniqueness of a company where talented professionals work collaboratively in a positive environment — one focused on helping people look forward and plan for the best life possible while providing tools and solutions that make it easier to get there.**Who We Are**We believe everyone deserves to live their best life. More than a century ago, we were among the first financial services companies in America to serve everyday people from all walks of life.Today, we’re part of an international holding company, with millions of customers and thousands of employees worldwide. Our insurance, retirement, and investment solutions help people make the most of what’s important to them.We’re empowered by a vast agent network covering North America, with diversity to match. Together with our nonprofit research institute and foundation, we tune in, step up, and are a force for good — for our customers and the communities where we live, work, and play. United in our purpose, we help people create the financial freedom to live life on their terms.**What We Do**Transamerica is organized into three distinct businesses. These include 1) World Financial Group, including Transamerica Financial Advisors, 2) Protection Solutions and Savings & Investments, comprised of life insurance, annuities, employee benefits, retirement plans, and Transamerica Investment Solutions, and 3) Financial Assets, which includes legacy blocks of long term care, universal life, and variable and fixed annuities. These are supported by Transamerica Corporate, which includes Finance, People and Places, General Counsel, Risk, Internal Audit, Strategy and Development, and Corporate Affairs, which covers Communications, Brand, and Government and Policy Affairs.Transamerica employs nearly 7,000 people. It’s part of Aegon, an integrated, diversified, international financial services group serving approximately 23.9 million customers worldwide.\\* For more information, visit transamerica.com.**Job Description Summary**Oversee indirect tax compliance and associated accounting. Responsible for overseeing staff as well as applying tax analysis, knowledge and judgment to activities that are diverse and complex.**Job Description****Responsibilities:*** Extract financial data from various tax, accounting, and information systems to perform appropriate analyses.* Review indirect tax returns and associated tax accounting. Indirect tax responsibilities include, but are not limited to, state insurance premium tax, use tax, and franchise tax, as well as federal excise tax. Responsibilities may also include some research or analysis related to foreign value added tax (VAT), and any other non-income taxes.* Draft and/or review technical memos and outlines.* Develop non-standard reports and statements.* Lead assigned projects including integration of new tax laws and accounting principles. Research complicated tax law and accounting principles. Monitor tax law to ensure data integrity.* Perform special analysis and projects as requested.* Offer leadership and direction to others.* Assist in the evaluation of processes for operational efficiencies and effective risk management.* Utilize a thorough understanding of the business to proactively develop tax analysis and reports.* Work effectively with other departments/divisions to ensure business issues are resolved for the success of the company.* Responsible for adherence to the company's framework of internal controls.* May manage staff to achieve performance standards. Develop and motivate staff to achieve effectiveness through mentoring, training, and sharing knowledge. Ensure staff demonstrate appropriate customer service attitudes.**Qualifications**:* Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent education/experience* Eight years of tax accounting experience* In-depth knowledge of assigned tax specialty* Analytical and critical thinking skills* Excellent communication skills* Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment* Advanced computer skills**Preferred Qualifications:*** Supervisory experience**Working Conditions:*** Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.* Minimal to occasional travel may be required.**Compensation:*** The Salary for this position generally ranges between $102,000 - $135,000 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.#LI-BD1*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 EmployeesBenefits Package* Pension Plan* 401k Match* Employee Stock Purchase Plan* Tuition Reimbursement* Disability Insurance* Medical Insurance* Dental Insurance* Vision Insurance* Employee Discounts* Career Training & Development OpportunitiesHealth 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