Senior Tax Analyst

Zurich Insurance Group•Chicago, IL

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

Zurich North America is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Tax Analyst to join our Finance team in Schaumburg, IL or Chicago, IL. As a Senior Tax Analyst, you would, under guidance, lead or perform complex tax transactional tasks and resolve a range of problems in tax accounting, reporting, planning, audits, research and/or compliance to ensure actions are completed to appropriate service levels or defined procedures. This role is part of the integration of AIG's global personal travel insurance and assistance business (AIG Travel) into Cover-More Group, which strengthens Cover-More Group’s global footprint and positions it as a leading travel insurer in the U.S. and globally.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree
4 or more years of experience in the Corporate Tax area OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and 6 or more years of experience in the Corporate Tax area OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice, including an Associate Degree and 4 or more years of experience in the Corporate Tax area
Experience in income tax
Statutory accounting knowledge

Nice To Haves

Insurance industry experience
CPA
Strong prioritization skills and organization skills

Responsibilities

Prepares or reviews complex tax returns and supporting workpapers, estimated tax payments and various other tax compliance.
Prepares or reviews quarterly tax provisions, including reports to management and the external auditor, account reconciliations, tax basis balance sheet support, and execution of internal controls.
Supports company tax audits, responses to tax notices, and timely resolution of other tax controversy matters.
Performs technical research to address complex tax issues, including planning opportunities.
Provides other tax support, which may include analyses of pending legislation, preparation of required transfer pricing documentation and reporting, and implementation of legislative changes.
Analyzes processes and recommends improvements in the immediate area of responsibility.
Monitors legislative and organization developments related to the selected functions.
May manage or supervise selected functions, including planning, implementation, scheduling, and timely completion.
Analyze processes and recommend improvements in the immediate area of responsibility.
Participate in local projects or initiatives, evaluates potential impact on local reporting units, performs local implementation of changes.