Are you looking to make an impactful difference in your work, yourself, and your community? Why settle for just a job when you can land a career? At ICW Group, we are hiring team members who are ready to use their skills, curiosity, and drive to be part of our journey as we strive to transform the insurance carrier space. We're proud to be in business for over 50 years, and its change agents like yourself that will help us continue to deliver our mission to create the best insurance experience possible.
Headquartered in San Diego with regional offices located throughout the United States, ICW Group has been named for the twelfth consecutive year in a row and for the 20th time overall as a Top 50 performing P&C organization offering the stability of a large, profitable and growing company combined with a focus on all things people. It's our team members who make us an employer of choice and the vibrant company we are today. We strive to make both our internal and external communities better everyday! Learn more about why you want to be here!
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
The Senior Tax Accountantis responsible forsupporting the organization's tax compliance, reporting, and planning activities by preparing and reviewing corporate tax returns, conducting tax research, and ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local tax regulations. This role works closely with internal stakeholders and external advisors toidentifytax risks,maintaincompliance,optimizetax processes, and contribute to theaccurateandtimelycompletion of all tax-related filings and provisions. The Senior Tax Accountant also serves as a technical resource, providing guidance on tax matters and supporting audits, examinations, and special tax projects.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Tax Preparation and Analysis:
Prepares and reviews tax calculations, tax provision schedules, returns,paymentsand documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements (federal, state, and local tax authorities) andmaintaininternaldatabase.
Coordinate outsourced tax preparation work.
Researchesandinterpretscomplex tax regulations and legislation to stay abreast of changes that mayimpactthe company's tax position and strategy and be a strong communicator to articulate findings with senior leadership.
Ensuresaccurateandtimelyfiling ofconsolidatedfederal, state, and local income tax returns and other business-related filings.
Maintains, records, conducts and oversees reconciles and verifies accuracy and resolves discrepancies within reconciliations on all tax accounts.
Supports all tax deadlines internal and external and deliverable timing calendar/schedule.
Accounting Operations and Reconciliations
Performs taxreconciliations monthly and resolves all reconciliation issuestimelyand independently.
Reviews and verifies the accuracy of taxjournal entries and accounting classifications assigned to various records and makes corrections as needed to ensure taxprovisionaccuracy.
Assembles, creates, and reconciles month-end accounting entries resolving discrepancies.
Prepares all taxaccount entries by compiling and analyzing account information.
Investigates and resolves moderately complex accounting discrepancies by evaluating root causes and recommending corrective actions.
Supports month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes and tax processes.
Process Improvement and Governance
Proven ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders through the effective communication of taxaccounting concepts, policies, and practices.
Supports internal and external audits as well as regulatory examinations by coordinating requests, preparing documentation, and responding to inquiries
Leads and implements process improvement initiatives related to financial reporting, analysis, system functionality, internal controls, and operational efficiency.
Upholds financial security by following internal controls.
Provides guidance, training, and mentoring to tax provisional inquiries by teammates.
Financial Reporting & Analysis
Prepares key components of income and balance sheet statements,consolidatedstatements,and various other accounting statements and reports.
Maintains, records, and reconciles all tax accounting information across sourcesystems.
Coordinates special tax projects, ensures integrity of accounting information, and develops new or improved methods and procedures.
Independently analyzes complex financial transactions and accounting tax issues,identifiestrendsand risks, and provides recommendations to management.
Research and interpret tax accounting standards, policies, and procedures to ensureappropriate accountingtreatment and effectively communicates any changes
Leads tax assigned accounting projects and process improvement initiatives within the department.
Coordinates and leads assigned tax accounting projects and department initiatives, ensuringtimelycompletion ofobjectivesand deliverables.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This roledoes not havesupervisory responsibilities.
EDUCATIONANDEXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree fromfour-year college or universityrequiredwith a major or emphasis inAccounting, Finance, or relatedfield.
Minimum5-7yearsofrelatedexperience;orequivalent combination of education and experiencerequired.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Nonerequired.Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Intermediateknowledge of General Accounting, A/P, A/R and/or in an accountant role required.
Experience with automated accounting andfinancial managementsystems.
Solid knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Proven ability to communicateeffectively, both orally and in writing and interact effectively with management, employees, and auditors.
Ability to convey complex financial issues to non-financial users.
Ability to work independently and meet stringent deadlines; detail-oriented and highly organized. Ability to collect, analyze, and summarize data andto prepareclear and concise reports.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
Ability to support effective partnerships with key groups and individuals and have good consultation and change management skills.
Strong analytical andproblem-solvingskills with the ability to evaluate accounting issues,identifyroot causes, and recommend solutions.
Ability tointerpretaccounting policies, procedures, and regulations and apply professional judgment to complex situations.
PHYSICALREQUIREMENTS
Office environment – no specific or unusual physical or environmentaldemandsand employeesare regularly required tosit, walk, stand, talk, and hear.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This positionoperatesin an office environment and requiresthe frequentuse of a computer, telephone, copier,and other standard office equipment.
We are currently not offering employmentsponsorshipfor this opportunity
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This description is a general statement of essential job functions and responsibilities. The position may include other duties as assigned.
The current range for this position is
$78,678.61 - $132,686.15This range is exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. If hired at ICW Group, your final base salary compensation will be determined by factors unique to each candidate, including experience, education and the location of the role and considers employees performing substantially similar work.
WHY JOIN ICW GROUP?
- Challenging work and the ability to make a difference
- You will have a voice and feel a sense of belonging
- We offer a competitive benefits package, with generous medical, dental, and vision plans as well as 401K retirement plans and company match
- Bonus potential for all positions
- Paid Time Off
- Paid holidays throughout the calendar year
- Want to continue learning? We'll support you 100%
ICW Group is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. ICW Group will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
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Job Category
Accounting and Finance