Accountant, Tax

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois.

📋 Description

• Support multi-state insurance tax compliance efforts, including the preparation and filing of state tax returns, while collaborating with finance, accounting, and operations teams to meet stringent regulatory deadlines.

• Aid in evaluating the tax and financial statement implications of both actual and proposed activities and events.

• Examine the tax and financial statement repercussions of existing and proposed business activities, offering recommendations to optimize tax results.

• Prepare journal entries and carry out account reconciliations.

• Initiate and manage state and local tax payments.

• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders concerning tax-related matters.

• Innovatively and consistently leverage information services and channels to provide insights and respond to inquiries related to tax, software, and other topics.

• Conduct tax research utilizing available information services and technology.

• Engage in process improvement initiatives and assist in recognizing opportunities to enhance efficiency, strengthen controls, and improve documentation.

• Execute additional duties and special projects as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

• 1-2 years of pertinent experience in a corporate tax function or in the tax practice of a public accounting firm.

• Knowledge of State and Local Taxes, including Premium Taxes.

• Experience with taxation for insurance companies.

• Familiarity with cloud-based ERP systems, preferably Workday.

• Proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Proven ability to manage deadlines and work independently in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• Experience in analyzing and reviewing tax laws and/or accounting guidance, along with making recommendations.

• Familiarity with and/or a strong desire for process improvement and a history of effective documentation.

• Strong verbal communication skills.

• Experience in technical writing.

• Capable of identifying, analyzing, and logically framing issues.

• Ability to thrive in a change-oriented environment.

🏝️ Benefits

• Qualify for your choice of health and dental plans within your first month.

• Save for your future with substantial 401(k) matching, Health Spending Accounts, and various retirement plans.

• Advance your career with our Tuition Assistance Program, paid certifications, and continuing education opportunities.

• Give back to your community through United Way and volunteer initiatives.

• Achieve work-life balance with generous paid time off and a business casual dress code.

• Enjoy employee discounts for shopping, dining, and travel through Kemper Perks.