Senior Tax Accountant

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

Job summary

A leading insurance group in Austin is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to manage tax operations and collaborate with the Tax Manager and Director. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a background in tax accounting. Responsibilities include preparing tax provisions, coordinating with external providers, and ensuring compliance with tax regulations. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to strategic tax planning and internal audits.

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.
• Assist in monitoring changes in relevant tax policy.
• Prepare non-income tax returns, including foreign wage taxes.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Effective Communication

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master's in Accounting or Master Taxation (MST)

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Tax Accountant

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.

• Prepare monthly and annual federal income tax provisions in accordance with statutory accounting principles and ASC 740
• Gather information and coordinate with external service provider on the preparation of all annual income tax filings and review initial drafts of filings
• Assist external service provider with preparing federal and state quarterly estimates and extension, and remit payments to IRS and state revenue agencies
• Prepare monthly journal entries and reconcile the general ledger
• Assist in documentation of internal controls and assist in providing information for internal and external audits
• Assist in monitoring changes in relevant tax policy and make appropriate recommendations
• Assist in strategic tax planning for wealth and asset management entities
• Prepare non-income tax returns, including foreign wage taxes, property tax, and New York City commercial rent tax
• Assist Tax Manager, Tax Director, and Head of Tax with special projects, as applicable

Supervisory Responsibilities
This job does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Education And/or Experience And Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Master's in Accounting or Master Taxation (MST) preferred.
• 2-4 years of experience in tax accounting or related field. Public accounting experience and CPA license preferred
• Effective communication and relationship building skills and strong verbal and written skills, with both internal and external business partners
• Candidate must have strong critical thinking, research, and analytical skills
• Candidate must have the ability to articulate technical concepts in a clear and concise manner
• Highly proficient in Excel and other Microsoft Office tools
• Entrepreneurial mindset
• Strong desire to help others