Senior Tax Accountant (Hybrid)

Transamerica; Cedar Rapids (IA); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Annual bonus

Pension plan

401k match

Tuition reimbursement

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off 160 hours

10 holidays

Wellness program

Parental leave 15 days

Job summary

Transamerica in Cedar Rapids, IA, is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant for a hybrid role. You will prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns, collaborate on quarterly tax provisions, and support staff development.

Requirements include a 4-year accounting degree and 5–8 years of tax experience with strong analytical and communication skills. Hybrid schedule and potential bonus accompany a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent work experience.
• 5–8 years of professional experience in tax, accounting, or equivalent area.
• Experience with at least one tax specialty.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, and online research tools (RIA, Westlaw).
• Strong written and verbal communication, analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and/or reviews local, state, and federal tax returns and quarterly tax provisions.
• Prepares and/or reviews amended tax returns and investment taxation workpapers.
• Researches complicated tax law and accounting principles and drafts memos.
• Identifies problems and develops alternatives and implements project plans.
• Coaches, develops, and trains staff and may direct workflow of others.

Skills

Tax research and analysis

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Written and verbal communication

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent

Tools

RIA

Westlaw

Job description

## Senior Tax Accountant (Hybrid)Applylocations: Cedar Rapids, Iowatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 6 Days Agojob requisition id: R20061611**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**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:*** Hybrid (Tuesday - Thursday in office)* Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.* Minimal to occasional travel may be required.**Location:*** Cedar Rapids, IA**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.#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