International Tax Manager

Reinsurance Group of America, Incorporated•Chesterfield, MO

4d•$89,310 - $134,870•Hybrid

About The Position

Assists with the preparation and review of tax returns and reports for RGA’s global operations to ensure compliance with all tax laws and regulations, with a specific focus on OECD BEPS Pillar Two. Ensures department alignment and coordination with all other areas of the company to achieve corporate business strategies and vision. Makes recommendations for process improvements and assists in development of technology tools to facilitate tax compliance, planning and reporting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax or equivalent experience required
6+ years tax experience required
3+ years international tax experience required
Public accounting experience required
Insurance/reinsurance experience required
Basic Word skills. Required
Intermediate Excel and SQL/Query skills Required
Intermediate knowledge of international technical tax issues Required
Ability to be flexible when needed, take initiative, and demonstrate accountability Required
Ability to share and impart knowledge Required
Intermediate oral and written communication skills demonstrating ability to share and impart knowledge Required
Ability to quickly adapt to new methods, work under tight deadlines and stressful conditions Required
Complex investigative, analytical and problem solving skills Required
Ability to set goals and handle multiple tasks, clients, and projects simultaneously; Ability to appropriately balance priorities, deadlines, and deliverables Required
Ability to work independently Required
Ability to work well within a team environment and participate in department/team projects Required
Ability to balance detail with departmental goals/objectives
Ability to foster customer service as needed Required
Ability to translate business needs and problems into viable/accepted solutions Required
General business knowledge Required

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Taxation preferred
Certified Public Accountant preferred

Responsibilities

Assists with the preparation and review of tax returns and other compliance activities, with a specific focus on Pillar Two tax notifications, local tax filings and the Global Information Return, working closely and effectively with other team members with this area of responsibility.
Collaborates with other members within the tax department and finance organization to assist in the implementation and local country compliance with Pillar Two. Acts as the main liaison with local external consultants in this compliance.
Prepares quarterly tax provision and annual return compliance calculations with respect to Pillar Two and/or other regimes as needed.
Maintains templates of tax return workbooks by updating for relevant law changes and process improvements. Makes recommendations for what updates are needed.
Monitors OECD BEPS Pillar Two initiatives in jurisdictions in which the Company operates.
Develops and designs procedures necessary for appropriate management area of responsibility.
Performs tax research, analysis and provides recommendations to tax policies and procedures.
Assists with analysis concerning tax planning opportunities as they affect RGA and client companies.
Performs other assigned responsibilities which may include Public CbCR, tax controversy/audit support, other compliance duties, or work on special projects such as acquisitions and other business opportunities.
Fosters a positive and engaged work environment.
Maintains regular and predictable attendance.