Accountant II- Tax Compliance

The Jonus Group • Fort Wayne, IN

11d • $75,000 - $85,000

About The Position

Seeking an Accountant with federal tax experience. This role is responsible for analyzing, interpreting, and making decisions on a wide variety of complex federal tax and financial compliance matters. The position will provide timely and accurate financial and tax information to management, tax authorities, regulatory agencies, and auditors.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration with an emphasis in accounting.
• 2–3 years of insurance corporate tax experience or public accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of ASC 740, SSAP 101, insurance taxation, and partnership taxation.
• Understanding of state corporate tax, premium tax, and policyholder surcharges.
• Strong analytical, research, and process improvement skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, sound judgment, and effective communication abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation preferred.
• Professional designations such as CPCU or AIAF are a plus.
• Familiarity with tax software and research tools is desired.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review tax workpapers for insurance entities, C corporations, and partnerships.
• Prepare annual and quarterly statutory financial statement tax provisions.
• Apply ASC 740 and SSAP 101 to relevant fact patterns.
• Prepare and coordinate state premium tax returns, municipal tax returns, sales and use tax filings, personal property tax returns, and insurance surcharges.
• Research federal and state tax matters and make recommendations based on findings.
• Identify and implement efficiency and technology improvements to enhance tax processes.
• Assist in developing training materials.
• Respond to federal, state, and local tax notices and related correspondence.
• Calculate tax estimates and accruals.
• Prepare or review tax journal entries.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including health coverage, 401(k) with company match, and flexible PTO.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level