Senior Tax Analyst

Zurich; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Zurich North America is seeking a Senior Tax Analyst to join the Finance team in Schaumburg, IL. The role focuses on corporate tax, tax compliance, and supporting tax audits in a hybrid environment near Chicago.

Key duties include preparing complex tax returns and quarterly tax provisions, researching tax issues, and assisting with transfer pricing documentation. Strong analytical skills and relevant certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in a related field or equivalent work experience.
• Strong background in corporate income tax and tax compliance.
• Experience preparing tax provisions and supporting audit processes.
• Ability to perform technical tax research and address complex issues.
• Familiarity with transfer pricing documentation and regulatory changes.

Responsibilities

• Prepares or reviews complex corporate tax returns and supporting workpapers.
• Prepares quarterly tax provisions and reports to management/auditors.
• Supports tax audits and responses to tax notices.
• Performs tax research on complex issues and planning opportunities.
• Assists with transfer pricing documentation and reporting.
• Monitors regulatory developments and contributes to process improvements.

Job description

Company Overview

Zurich Group and Cover-More Group have agreed to acquire AIG's global personal travel insurance and assistance business (AIG Travel). This acquisition strengthens Cover-More Group's global footprint and positions us as a leading travel insurer in both the U.S. and globally. By expanding our global travel business platform, we will significantly grow our customer base.

Senior Tax Analyst

Zurich North America currently is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Tax Analyst to join our Finance team in Schaumburg, IL.

Responsibilities

• Prepares or reviews complex tax returns and supporting workpapers, estimated tax payments and various other tax compliance.
• Prepares or reviews quarterly tax provisions, including reports to management and the external auditor, account reconciliations, tax basis balance sheet support, and execution of internal controls.
• Supports company tax audits, responses to tax notices, and timely resolution of other tax controversy matters.
• Performs technical research to address complex tax issues, including planning opportunities.
• Provides other tax support, which may include analyses of pending legislation, preparation of required transfer pricing documentation and reporting, and implementation of legislative changes.
• Analyzes processes and recommends improvements in the immediate area of responsibility.
• Monitors legislative and organization developments related to the selected functions.
• May manage or supervise selected functions, including planning, implementation, scheduling, and timely completion.
• Analyze processes and recommend improvements in the immediate area of responsibility.
• Participate in local projects or initiatives, evaluates potential impact on local reporting units, performs local implementation of changes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree 4 or more years of experience in the Corporate Tax area
• OR
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 6 or more years of experience in the Corporate Tax area
• OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice, including an Associate Degree and 4 or more years of experience in the Caproate Tax area
• AND
• Experience in income tax
• Statutory accounting knowledge

Preferred Qualifications

• Insurance industry experience
• CPA
• Strong prioritization skills and organization skills

Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. The proposed Salary range for this position is $65,900.00 - $107,900.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%.

We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families.

Why Zurich?

At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment—so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500.

Join us for a brighter future—for yourself and our customers.

Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets.

Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code 1033.

Location and Working Arrangement

Location(s): AM - Schaumburg, AM - Chicago

Remote Working: Hybrid

Schedule: Full Time

Employment Sponsorship Offered: No