Associate Director, Tax Accounting

Associate Director, Tax Accounting

Sponsorship is not available for this role

Role Summary

The Associate Director has a key role in the tax function of the organization. This position is primarily responsible for managing all the tax return and provision related activities, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations. This role involves leading and coaching the tax team, supporting strategic tax planning, managing audits, and assisting special projects.

This is a hands-on role that offers an opportunity to advance leadership skills and broaden tax experience in a dynamic environment. The Associate Director of Corporate Tax reports directly to the Director of Corporate Tax.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end tax compliance for federal, state, local, and insurance-specific filings.
• Lead tax provision and reporting under ASC 740 and SSAP 101, including related tax entries and reconciliations.
• Review tax deliverables and strengthen internal controls to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Manage external tax advisors to drive efficiency in tax compliance and provision engagements.
• Support tax planning initiatives by identifying opportunities to optimize the company's tax position and mitigate risk.
• Conduct technical tax research to guide compliance, reporting, and business decisions.
• Respond to audits and regulatory inquiries, ensuring adherence to evolving tax laws and industry-specific requirements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to provide tax insights on business operations and initiatives.
• Mentor tax team members, fostering technical development and supporting departmental goals.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA or IRS Enrolled Agent required.
• 5-10 years of tax experience in life and annuity insurance; public accounting background strongly preferred.
• Proven leadership in managing and developing tax teams.
• Expertise in corporate tax compliance, including federal, state and local tax filings.
• Strong knowledge of ASC 740 and SSAP 101 for tax provision and disclosures.
• Proficient in advanced Excel; experience with OneSource preferred.
• Familiarity with GoSystem, Premium Pro, and Lawson is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills.

The base compensation range represents the low and high end of the range for this position. Actual compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to qualifications, skills, competencies, location, and experience. The range listed is just one component of our total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual bonus, quarterly bonuses, commissions, and other long-term incentive compensation, depending on the position. National Life offers a competitive total rewards package which includes: a 401(k) retirement plan match; medical, dental, and vision insurance; a company funded wellness account for director and below employees; 10 paid holidays; a generous paid time off plan (22 days of combined time-off for non-exempt employees and exempt employees have discretion in managing their time, including scheduling time off in the normal course of business, but in no event will exempt employees receive less sick time than required by state or local law); 6 weeks of paid parental leave; and 6 weeks of paid family leave after a year of full-time employment. National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. National Life Group is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company, Montpelier, VT - founded in 1848, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest, Addison, TX - chartered in 1955, and their affiliates. Each company of National Life Group is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations. Life Insurance Company of the Southwest is not an authorized insurer in New York and does not conduct insurance business in New York. Equity Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, is a Broker/Dealer and Registered Investment Adviser affiliate of National Life Insurance Company. All other entities are independent of the companies of National Life Group. National Life Group 1 National Life Dr Montpelier, VT 05604

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