VP, Tax

Overview

The organization is seeking a Vice President of Tax to lead tax strategy and compliance efforts. Reporting to the Chief Accounting Officer, this role manages preparation and review of complex federal, state, and local tax returns, ensures regulatory adherence, and supports audit readiness. You will also oversee tax planning, monitor significant legislative developments, and lead work related to international tax issues and transfer pricing.

This position is available in a flexible work environment (remote and hybrid work arrangements).

Responsibilities

• Lead the coordination of tax data to ensure accurate and timely completion of business and regulatory tax returns and tax accounting tasks.
• Oversee preparation and review of complex federal, state, and local income and premium tax returns, including tax reserves and supporting workpapers.
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal business partners (e.g., Legal & Compliance, Talent, GAAP & STAT Accounting, Treasury).
• Develop and maintain relationships with parent company business partners (Tax & GAAP Accounting).
• Lead global tax planning strategy aligned with group needs.
• Manage relationships with external advisors and consultants.
• Oversee the Form 1099 preparation and execution process.
• Direct preparation of the quarterly federal tax provision based on SAP and GAAP, including:
  • current income tax expense
  • federal tax payable
  • deferred taxes
• Manage calculation and review of quarterly tax accruals, including sales and use tax, income and franchise taxes, premium and municipal taxes, and other above-the-line taxes.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of monthly, quarterly, and annual compliance filings.
• Oversee preparation and maintenance of quarterly and annual account reconciliations for selected tax accounts.
• Conduct detailed and complex calculations including loss reserve discounting, fixed asset depreciation, investment income, and state income tax apportionment.
• Lead tax research initiatives on recent developments and significant legislation affecting the organization and affiliates.
• Maintain a deep understanding of SAP and GAAP accounting practices and procedures as they relate to tax.
• Manage gathering and execution of document requisitions during financial and regulatory audits at federal, state, and local levels.
• Develop and update comprehensive process and procedure manuals for all responsibilities.
• Oversee international tax issues and transfer pricing strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent professional experience.
• CPA designation strongly preferred.
• Extensive experience in P&C insurance is required.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of tax experience in a public accounting firm or corporate tax environment.
• Demonstrated leadership as a self-starter with the ability to work independently and manage teams effectively.
• Proven track record managing multiple tasks and adapting to changing priorities.
• Ability to work under strict deadlines in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Exceptional oral, written, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate across multiple departments and locations.

Preferred Qualifications

• (No additional preferred qualifications were specified beyond the requirements.)

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary expectation: $190,000 to $210,000.
• Actual base salary may be higher commensurate with candidate experience and expectations.
• Performance-based bonus potential.
• Strong health & welfare benefits.
• Retirement plans with company match.
• Competitive time off plans.
• Highly flexible work environment.

Location

Offices are located in Chicago, IL; Norwalk, CT; West Hartford, CT; Washington, DC; Boston, MA; New York, NY; Atlanta, GA; and Hamilton, Bermuda. Colleagues are based in 35 states and counting, with support for remote and hybrid work arrangements.