Do you have thorough knowledge of federal, state and local tax laws and procedures? Do you have strong attention to detail? Do you enjoy digging in and performing research on various tax matters?

ARAG is hiring a Tax Manager! This person will lead the execution of ARAG’s taxation initiatives of all Company entities including the timely and accurate filing of Federal and State tax returns, premium tax returns, sales and use tax returns, informational tax return and municipal/local/excise/franchise tax returns. This includes calculating the applicable tax provisions, collaborating with external tax accountants for return preparation and nexus reviews and performing research on various tax matters. Six years of tax experience in either public accounting or the insurance industry is preferred.

• Leads the execution of company’s taxation initiatives.
• Gathers tax information and completes quarterly estimated federal and state tax calculations/payments.
• Synthesizes GAAP and Statutory financial statements to prepare support for Federal and State tax returns.
• Prepares tax provision schedules, tax rate reconciliations, apportionment calculations, deferred tax reconciliations and annual tax return-to-provision true-up.
• Prepares annual ASC 740 and SSAP 101 tax workpapers and financial statement footnotes.
• Collaborates with external tax accountants for timely and accurate tax return preparation.
• Initiates, monitors and leads Nexus reviews for State and other tax compliance.
• Prepares premium tax returns and determines monthly tax liability through reconciliation and tracking of State premium revenues.
• File sales and use tax returns across several states, initiating projects to ensure state compliance as needed.
• Coordinate and prepare tax exemption certificates, where applicable.
• Responsible for corporate compliance with informational tax returns including 1099 and 1042s.
• Proactively manages compliance with taxing authorities and filings through project planning, research, data validation and regulatory remediation.
• Provides guidance to Payroll team with respect to payroll tax items and/or State employment requirements.
• Impart knowledge and leadership on applicable tax matters across Finance team.
• Maintains thorough tax records for audit and historical documentation purposes.
• Leads the development of tax accounting policies and procedures.
• Monitors tax legislation and compliance developments; successfully carries out tax research and implements appropriate action accordingly.
• Maintains understanding of Company product; stays abreast on product changes and resulting taxation impacts.
• Works closely with the Legal & Compliance department to understand and maintain state/municipal registrations of Company entities.
• Collaborates with business units in considering tax implications of business decisions.
• Possesses working knowledge of Federal and State taxation and serves as advisor to the Finance team and other departments on technical taxation knowledge; stays abreast of regulations, changes and trends.
• Addresses and resolves tax notices in a timely manner.
• Coordinates with taxing authorities during tax audits, as necessary.
• Serves as a positive role model by representing ARAG at its Best.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge

• Advanced knowledge and understanding of tax matters and compliance
• Strong knowledge of Federal, State and local tax laws and procedures
• Thorough understanding of ASC 740
• SSAP 101 accounting for income taxes, preferred
• Knowledge of state apportionment fundamentals

Skills

• Highly organized with ability to effectively prioritize workload
• High level of autonomy; dependable for assigned work
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and accurately, verbally and in writing
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with individuals at all levels within the organization
• Exhibits professional demeanor and remains calm during time-sensitive deadlines
• Excellent computer skills with knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications, including advanced Excel skills
• Strong analytic skills and curiosity to make data-informed decisions
• Ability to remain positive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
• Strong aptitude for tax research and capability to stay up to date on changing regulations and tax matters
• Self-starter driven to initiate projects, keep tasks on track and determination to identify solutions

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required.

Experience

• 6+ years related work experience required. Public accounting experience, preferred. Insurance industry experience, preferred.

Certifications, Licenses, Associations, etc.

• None required. CPA encouraged.

Physical

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.