Lead Tax Analyst

Transamerica•Cedar Rapids, IA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Perform tax accounting, tax reporting and analysis functions. Responsible for applying tax analysis, knowledge and judgment to activities that are diverse and complex. May oversee activities within a specific tax function and/or specialty.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent education/experience
Eight years of tax accounting experience
In-depth knowledge of 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

Experience with GAAP reporting and/or International Taxation

Responsibilities

Extract financial data from various tax, accounting, and information systems to perform appropriate analyses.
Review and/or prepare tax returns, tax provisions, and financial and management reports (e.g., 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.
Monitor tax law to ensure data integrity.
Perform special analysis and projects as requested.
Offer leadership and direction to others.
Assist in the evaluation of processes for operational efficiencies and effective risk management.
Utilize a thorough understanding of the business to proactively develop tax analysis and reports.
Work effectively with other departments/divisions to ensure business issues are resolved for the success of the company.
Responsible for adherence to the company's framework of internal controls.
May manage staff to achieve performance standards.
Develop and motivate staff to achieve effectiveness through mentoring, training, and sharing knowledge.
Ensure staff demonstrate appropriate customer service attitudes.

Benefits

Competitive Pay
Bonus for Eligible Employees
Pension Plan
401k Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Disability Insurance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee Discounts
Career Training & Development Opportunities
Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.
Ten (10) paid holidays per year
Wellness Coaching
Reward Dollars
Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year
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