Tax Analyst

Reinsurance Group of America•Chesterfield, MO

1d•$78,080 - $110,860•Hybrid

About The Position

The Tax Analyst maintains tax accounting for assigned companies, which includes GAAP and local reporting, prepares tax returns, assists with planning and related reports to ensure organization compliance with tax laws and regulations, and ensures accurate, reliable, and timely tax compliance preparation and reporting. This position enjoys a local Chesterfield MO Hybrid work schedule.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent related work experience
4-7 years accounting experience with 3+ years in tax accounting
Basic Word skills and Proficient Excel and Query/Pivot table skills
Intermediate skills in the application of ASC 740-10
Flexibility, take initiative, and demonstrate accountability.
Intermediate verbal and written communication skills demonstrating ability to share and impart knowledge.
Ability to quickly adapt to new methods, work under tight deadlines and fast paced conditions.
Intermediate investigative, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Intermediate interpersonal skills
Ability to set goals and handle multiple tasks, clients, and projects simultaneously.
Ability to appropriately balance priorities, deadlines, and deliverables.
Ability to work well within a team environment and participate in department/team projects.
Ability to balance detail with departmental goals/objectives.
Ability to foster customer service.
Ability to translate business needs and problems into viable/accepted solutions.
Basic negotiating and persuasion skills
General business knowledge

Responsibilities

Prepare and analyze assigned monthly and quarterly tax accruals for domestic and foreign jurisdictions consistent with the rules and interpretations under ASC 740 and other bases of accounting.
Prepare US GAAP accrual for assigned companies for the planning and forecasting process.
Compile and analyzes accounting information and prepares federal and state income tax returns. Ensures compliance with tax laws and regulations.
Collaborate with other members of global tax to understand tax rules in local jurisdictions in order to properly report in US GAAP and local accounting basis.
Prepare responses to requests for information from outside taxing authorities.
Assist with analysis concerning tax planning opportunities as they affect RGA and client companies.
Assist in implementation of process improvements
Participate in the overall department internal control and compliance.
Perform research, analysis and provides recommendations to tax policies and procedures.
Maintain high degree of accuracy and adheres to tight deadlines.
Maintain frequent contact with management and staff associates in finance, valuation, and administration to facilitate accomplishment of department objectives.
Participate in ad hoc projects