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Profile Summary:

We are seeking a Tax Accountant to join Resolution Life’s Corporate Tax Department, a dynamic and fast-paced group focused on driving tax efficiency and providing insightful advice to senior leadership across the company.  The Tax Accountant will be involved in the preparation of federal and state tax returns, premium tax returns, estimated tax payments and tax provision calculations. The successful candidate will interact with both peers and senior members of the tax team regarding tax provision, planning, compliance, and tax controversy matters and will have regular interaction with corporate controllers, treasury and operations finance staff regarding income tax accounting and reporting matters.

Profile Responsibilities:

• Prepare separate company and consolidated tax returns, estimates and extensions.

• Prepare estimated tax payments and tax sharing calculations.

• Prepare tax basis balance sheets and deferred tax inventory supporting schedules.

• Prepare US GAAP and statutory quarterly and year-end tax provisions for income taxes pursuant to ASC 740, FIN 48, FIN 18, and SSAP No. 101.

• Prepare and review tax related reporting disclosures.

• Assist with coordinating and managing quarterly reviews and year-end tax provision audits by the external auditor and internal Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) compliance auditors.

• Prepare quarterly and forecasted income tax projections.

• Develop, monitor and comply with internal controls over income tax reporting processes (SOX compliance).

• Coordinate planning for federal and state compliance on various tax accounting matters, including research of tax technical issues and documenting conclusions.

• Prepare individual company and consolidated tax returns, extensions, and estimated tax payments.

• Prepare quarterly and year-end tax account reconciliations, account proofs and account rollforwards.

• Make meaningful contributions to continuous development initiatives and sharing technical expertise in tax accounting and tax reporting with tax department staff.

• Prepare quarterly actual and forecasted income tax projections, including effective tax rate analysis.

• Assist with documentation for quarterly and year-end tax provision audits by external and internal auditors.

• Assist in the development, implementation, and compliance with internal controls over income tax reporting.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including development of standard work and constructive participation in huddles, root cause problem solving, process confirmations and coaching sessions.

• Assist with research and documentation of tax technical issues.

• Assist with individual and tax department training and awareness of current tax developments.

• Assist with other projects as needed.

Knowledge & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field. CPA and/or master’s degree in accounting or taxation preferred.

• 1–3 years of U.S. federal and state corporate tax experience, either in-house with U.S. corporations or public accounting.

• Familiarity with SSAP No. 101 and ASC 740 preferred.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel (advanced Excel skills preferred).

• Experience with OneSource Income Tax Compliance and OneSource Tax Provision applications preferred.

• Ability to analyze and interpret tax laws and regulations to determine and communicate potential impacts to the organization.

• Ability to write memos and other documentation and correspondence.

• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and other stakeholders.

• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating accuracy and thoroughness.

• Willingness to volunteer readily, undertake self-development activities, seek increased responsibilities; ask for (and offer) help when needed.

Location: Atlanta, GA

Resolution Life US is committed to disclosing a reasonable estimate of the base salary for our job roles. These estimates consider a wide range of factors in making base salary decisions, including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

In addition to salary, Resolution Life US offers a comprehensive benefits package, including our health & wellness program, incentive and recognition programs, and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The range for the role may differ based on the location.

Atlanta, GA: $63,400 - $95,100

Critical Skills
At Resolution Life, we have identified the following critical skills which are key to success in our culture: 

• Customer Focused: Passionate drive to delight our customers and offer unique solutions that deliver on their expectations.
• Critical Thinking: Thoughtful process of analyzing data and problem solving data to reach a well-reasoned solution.
• Team Mentality: Partnering effectively to drive our culture and execute on our common goals. 
• Business Acumen: Appreciation and understanding of the financial services industry in order to make sound business decisions. 
• Learning Agility: Openness to new ways of thinking and acquiring new skills to retain a competitive advantage.