Lead Tax Analyst (Hybrid)

Transamerica•Philadelphia, PA

2d•$102,000 - $135,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Perform tax accounting, tax reporting, and analysis, applying tax knowledge, analysis, and judgment to diverse and complex activities. Depending on experience and expertise, the role may oversee work within a tax function or specialty and support review and consolidation of domestic and/or international tax compliance. The position leads assigned projects, researches tax law and accounting principles, and may manage and develop staff. It works across departments to resolve business issues and supports operational efficiency, risk management, and internal controls. The role is hybrid. The work takes place in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, and minimal to occasional travel may be required. The stated salary range is $102,000–$135,000 annually. The position is typically eligible for an annual bonus at the company's discretion. For eligible employees, Transamerica offers compensation and benefits intended to support personal and financial well-being. Offerings include competitive pay, bonus eligibility, a pension plan, 401(k) match, employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, insurance coverage, employee discounts, career training and development, paid time off, paid holidays, wellness resources, parental leave, adoption assistance, employee assistance and back-up care programs, volunteer PTO, matching gifts, employee resource groups, inclusion and diversity programs, recognition, and referral programs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent education/experience.
Eight years of tax accounting experience.
In-depth knowledge of the assigned tax specialty.
Analytical and critical thinking skills.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Advanced computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Extract financial data from tax, accounting, and information systems and perform appropriate analyses.
Review and/or prepare tax returns, tax provisions, and financial and management reports for tax authorities, shareholders, policyowners, regulatory authorities, and management.
Draft and/or review technical memos and outlines.
Develop non-standard reports and statements.
Lead assigned projects, including integration of new tax laws and accounting principles.
Research complicated tax law and accounting principles, and monitor tax law to ensure data integrity.
Perform special analyses and projects as requested.
Offer leadership and direction to others.
Assist in evaluating processes for operational efficiency and effective risk management.
Use a thorough understanding of the business to proactively develop tax analyses and reports.
Work effectively with other departments and divisions to resolve business issues and support company success.
Adhere to the company's internal controls framework.
May manage staff, set performance standards, and develop and motivate staff through mentoring, training, and knowledge sharing.
Ensure staff demonstrate appropriate customer service attitudes.

Benefits

Competitive pay
Annual bonus for eligible employees
Pension plan
401(k) match
Employee stock purchase plan
Tuition reimbursement
Disability insurance
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Employee discounts
Career training and development opportunities
Paid time off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service
Ten paid holidays per year
Be Well Company holistic wellness program, including wellness coaching and Reward Dollars
Fifteen days of paid parental leave per calendar year for eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth or child placement
Adoption assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Back-Up Care Program
PTO for volunteer hours
Employee Matching Gifts Program
Employee Resource Groups
Inclusion and diversity programs
Employee Recognition Program
Referral bonus programs