US Indirect Tax processes

iShare Inc

8h•$25 - $30•Remote

About The Position

This remote position supports US indirect tax processes for a key insurance client. It requires in-depth knowledge of insurance and end-to-end US indirect tax processes, critical thinking, hands-on experience with administrative systems, and advanced Excel knowledge. The role also involves federal, state, and local tax compliance work, review of filings and accounting entries, transaction testing, research, audit support, reporting, and collaboration with onshore and offshore teams.

Requirements

In-depth knowledge of insurance and end-to-end US indirect tax processes.
Critical-thinking skills.
Hands-on experience with administrative systems.
In-depth knowledge of advanced Excel.
Proficiency in financial accounting and reporting, taxation and compliance, financial analysis, and client engagement.
Experience with an ERP system; Workday is preferred.
Experience with BlackLine is preferred.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Workday, the preferred ERP system.
Experience with BlackLine.

Responsibilities

Review annual premium tax returns, estimates, and other miscellaneous filings for US-based entities.
Review monthly reconciliations and journal entries.
Review filings prepared by other team members for accuracy, completeness, and technical proficiency.
E-file returns via OPTins and make required payments to state authorities.
Perform transaction testing for New Business, Renewal, Reinstatement, Cancellation, and Endorsement transactions using required applications.
Prepare federal and state workpapers for tax returns and extensions using primary data provided by the client.
Prepare federal, state, and local tax returns, including extensions, for US-based partnerships, corporations, and S corporations using software such as Go System and OneSource.
Create e-file XMLs of returns using platforms, software, or applications approved by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
Research open items and resolve them in a timely manner.
Assist the team in preparing internal reports, support audits, and report deficiencies to the offshore team.
Support the onshore team with tax audits as they arise.
Coordinate with the team on training, resolving complex issues, and seeking advice.