Role OverviewThe Lead Tax Accountant will lead the execution of tax accounting, reporting, compliance, and transaction support for QBE North America and QBE Capital. This role is accountable for turning complex tax and financial data into accurate, timely deliverables across quarterly provision, statutory reporting, federal and state income tax compliance, tax audits, controls, and legal entity activity.
What You Will Do
Prepare/review quarterly tax provisions, including tax reconciliations and tax calculations. Prepare/review relevant local income tax returns, work papers, and calculations of quarterly estimates and extensions, and remit payments and forms to taxing authorities.
Why It Might Be a Fit
This role requires strong technical tax judgement, ownership mindset, and the ability to operate through ambiguity without losing control of deadlines or details. The ideal candidate will have experience in tax department of a property and casualty insurance company or Big 4 accounting firm working with property and casualty insurance companies.
Requirements
- Tertiary Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience
- Relevant corporate insurance tax experience
- Strong technical tax judgement, ownership mindset, and the ability to operate through ambiguity without losing control of deadlines or details
- Ability to convert complex tax issues into practical workplans, clear documentation, reviewable calculations, and timely deliverables
- Ability to lead through influence by setting standards, reviewing work, coaching team members, and holding internal and offshore resources accountable
Benefits
- Hybrid Working
- 22 weeks of paid leave for family growth
- Competitive 401(k) program with company match up to 8%
- Well-being program including holistic wellbeing coaching, gym membership, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
- Tuition Reimbursement for professional certifications, and continuing education
- Employee Network and Community
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