Senior Tax Accountant

Prosperity Life; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to manage tax operations and collaborate with the Tax Manager and Director. The role involves preparing tax provisions, coordinating filings, and strategic tax planning. Ideal candidates will have a strong accounting background and excellent analytical skills.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in tax accounting or related field.
• Public accounting experience and CPA license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly and annual federal income tax provisions.
• Gather information for annual income tax filings.
• Assist in strategic tax planning for wealth and asset management.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Effective Communication

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Master’s in Accounting

Master Taxation (MST)

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Prosperity Life Insurance Group, LLC (Prosperity) is seeking a highly motivated Senior Tax Accountant to oversee day-to-day operations and to continue to grow through regular interaction with its Tax Manager, Tax Director, and Head of Tax. The successful candidate must demonstrate critical thinking skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage conflicting priorities.

Major Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Prepare monthly and annual federal income tax provisions in accordance with statutory accounting principles and ASC 740.
2. Gather information and coordinate with external service providers on the preparation of all annual income tax filings and review initial drafts of filings.
3. Assist external service providers with preparing federal and state quarterly estimates and extensions, and remit payments to IRS and state revenue agencies.
4. Prepare monthly journal entries and reconcile the general ledger.
5. Assist in documentation of internal controls and provide information for internal and external audits.
6. Monitor changes in relevant tax policies and make appropriate recommendations.
7. Assist in strategic tax planning for wealth and asset management entities.
8. Prepare non-income tax returns, including foreign wage taxes, property tax, and New York City commercial rent tax.
9. Assist Tax Manager, Tax Director, and Head of Tax with special projects as applicable.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Education, Experience, and Skills

1. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Master’s in Accounting or Master Taxation (MST) preferred.
2. 2-4 years of experience in tax accounting or related field. Public accounting experience and CPA license preferred.
3. Effective communication and relationship-building skills, with strong verbal and written skills for internal and external partners.
4. Strong critical thinking, research, and analytical skills.
5. Ability to articulate technical concepts clearly and concisely.
6. Highly proficient in Excel and other Microsoft Office tools.
7. Entrepreneurial mindset.
8. Strong desire to help others.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industry: Insurance