Senior Tax Specialist - Federal

Travelers • St. Paul, MN

7d • $77,600 - $128,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Senior Tax Specialist performs moderately complex professional tax functions within Corporate Tax. Prepares and compiles reasonably complex federal tax provisions and filings, and performs related tax research. This position may review the work of others.

Requirements

• Three years of relevant corporate tax experience or two years of public accounting tax experience.
• A Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• Written and verbal communication skills with the ability to pay attention to detail and effectively convey information.
• Ability to proactively manage time and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team and to interact effectively with others across business areas.
• Experience using Microsoft Office (e.g., Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and relevant tax software (i.e. Corptax).
• Intermediate knowledge of tax concepts.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and follow through to ensure timely completion.
• Ability to think strategically and use judgement to resolve issues as they arise.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in taxation and/or a CPA designation.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the preparation, compilation and processing of moderately complex tax returns, supporting schedules, forms and worksheets.
• Analyze and maintain tax records and perform account reconciliations.
• Research tax issues and provide appropriate recommendations.
• Work on special projects and assist other less experienced staff.
• Contribute to analysis of tax provisions, business changes and corporate restructuring. This includes making recommendations and performing complex research and related assignments.
• Utilize appropriate tools to obtain data necessary to support tax calculations, tax payments and related journal entries.
• Responsibilities may include extracting and analyzing data from internal systems, Statutory Annual Statement, and other financial documents.
• Assist in the development and implementation of tax planning strategies.
• Assist on tax audits.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Employees and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners, and children – are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.
• Retirement: Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum.
• If you have student loan debt, you can enroll in the Paying it Forward Savings Program. When you make a payment toward your student loan, Travelers will make an annual contribution into your 401(k) account.
• You are also eligible for a Pension Plan that is 100% funded by Travelers.
• Paid Time Off: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company Holidays.
• Wellness Program: The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs.
• In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs.
• Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved.
• Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.

What This Job Offers

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