Senior Tax Analyst - Allianz of America | Hybrid

Job description

Allianz of America, Inc. is a member of the Allianz Group. The Allianz Group is a global financial services provider with services predominantly in the insurance and asset management business. 86.3 million retail and corporate clients in more than 70 countries rely on our knowledge, global presence, financial strength and solidity. In fiscal year 2016 over 140,000 employees worldwide achieved total revenues of 122.4 billion euros and an operating profit of 10.8 billion euros. Allianz SE, the parent company, is headquartered in Munich, Germany. The Group’s U.S. operations include Allianz Global Assistance, Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty, Allianz Global Investors, Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America, Allianz Risk Transfer, Euler Hermes and PIMCO.

 

What you do:

The Senior Tax Analyst is responsible preparing tax income returns, tax provisions, estimated tax payments/extensions and special projects as directed by leadership. Reviewing the work of Tax Analysts and directing and reviewing work of the lntern(s). You will report to the Senior Tax Manager of Allianz of America (AZOA).

Tax Compliance and/or Tax provisions/Audits

• Prepare federal and state income tax returns, estimated payments and extensions with a focus on the state income tax area

• Accurately prepare tax provisions, account reconciliations, and requested data analysis

• Help with inquiries from state and local tax authorities

 

Data Analysis

• Prepare and review income tax data regarding taxability, reconciliations, correct taxing jurisdictions, asset classification and verify tax rates.

• Assist with research, resolution and responding to tax notices.

• Research several tax issues and document findings.

• Communicate data and findings to tax management and other business partners to drive strategic business decision making.

 

Process Improvements/Internal Controls/Tax Technology

• Use tax technology/software to prepare and document tax filings and update tax matrices. Help develop and document process improvements and internal controls as required by Allianz. Use Tax Portal in completing due diligence, audit support and internal/extern controls.

• Help with executing on and continuously improve team processes, standards, documentations, and other best practices.

 

Training/Questions

• Help with training to business partners on income tax regulations/questions related to their respective business. Training other team members.

 

What you bring:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

• 4+ years of experience required including a minimum of 3 years of direct tax experience, preferred state income tax experience

• Strong technical skills in tools (MS Excel, Word, Powerpoint, PowerBI, etc.)

• Experience with or ability to learn software systems such as Corptax

• Excellent communication, client relationship, organization, and collaboration skills

 

What we offer:

At Allianz Life, we’re proud to provide a benefits package that supports the True Balance of our employees and their families. We offer a choice of comprehensive medical and dental plan options, a generous time off plan and an outstanding 401(k) company match. Plus, our employees enjoy an award-winning campus with an array of discounted amenities, including an onsite health center, child development center, fitness facility, convenience store and two cafeterias. Our employees and leaders take an active role in shaping our culture through our Employee Resource Groups, whose activities and advocacy contribute to an environment that welcomes, includes and celebrates diversity. Our great benefits, campus amenities and inclusive, engaged culture are among the many reasons we’re routinely recognized as a top workplace employer.

58437 | Finance & Accounting | Professional | Allianz of America | Full-Time | Permanent

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Allianz Group is one of the most trusted insurance and asset management companies in the world. Caring for our employees, their ambitions, dreams and challenges, is what makes us a unique employer. Together we can build an environment where everyone feels empowered and has the confidence to explore, to grow and to shape a better future for our customers and the world around us. We at Allianz believe in a diverse and inclusive workforce and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to bring your whole self to work, no matter where you are from, what you look like, who you love or what you believe in. We therefore welcome applications regardless of ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, nationality, religion, disability or sexual orientation.
Join us. Let's care for tomorrow.

 

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