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 Tax Senior Manager manages the business income tax life cycle of a large multinational company, including activities such as:

• Leading corporate income tax compliance processes, which includes overseeing the accuracy and timely filing of income tax returns, managing the estimated tax payments and tax settlements processes, and evaluating tax-filing positions to improve the tax situation.
• Leading several tax accounting processes such as monthly and quarterly tax provisions (IFRS/GAAP/STAT), annual income tax provision reporting, tax payable reconciliations, calculating and recording federal and state provision to return amounts, tax attribute tracking, and evaluating uncertain tax positions.
• Managing tax forecasting processes and assisting with strategic tax planning activities.
• Assisting with applicable tax advocacy and risk management activities.

The role supports multiple operating entities and holding companies domiciled in the U.S.A. In addition to traditional corporate income tax concepts, the responsibilities also cover specialized corporate insurance and/or U.S.A corporate international and inbound income tax topics. You will report to the Allianz of America Tax Director.

The Tax Senior Manager also helps evaluate and report on the tax implications of business and industry changes, legislative and judicial developments, and important audit findings. They also conduct tax research and document/support tax positions as well as drive planning/forecasting processes.

You will lead projects related to process improvement initiatives and/or provide guidance and strategy regarding associated income tax implications. They will train and mentor direct reports and other team members; provide leadership with the information needed to make strategic decisions on tax return filing positions, tax accounting, and tax audits; and collaborate with cross-functional teams of tax professionals, business partners, and other stakeholders to ensure the highest level of quality in our tax compliance and reporting processes.

Job responsibilities:

Tax Compliance and/or Tax provisions/Audits/Internal Controls

• Lead a team in accurate preparation of tax returns, estimated payments, and extensions.

• Lead a team in accurate preparation of tax provisions, account reconciliations, and requested data analysis.
• Help with tax risk management including execution of internal controls and supporting tax advocacy activities

Data Analysis

• Review the accuracy of income tax data such as transaction taxability, account reconciliations, correct taxing jurisdictions, asset classification, and tax rates
• Research, resolve, and respond to tax notices and IRS IDRs
• Effectively communicate data and findings to important decision makers and stakeholders to drive strategic business decisions

Process Improvements/Tax Technology

• Utilize tax technology/software and workflow management tools to efficiently complete assigned deliverables.
• Develop and documenting tax process improvements.
• Execute on and continuously improve team process, standards, documentations, and other best practices.

Research/Planning

• Conduct tax research and strategic planning.
• Provide recommendations to leadership based on facts and own analysis.

Training/Questions

• Provide training to business partners on income tax regulations and addressing tax technical questions related to their respective business. Train tax professionals of all levels on relevant topics.

What you bring:

• 6+ years’ experience required including accounting firm and/or financial services
• Demonstrated ability to work with tax authorities, regulator and public accounting firms

Base Salary Range $96,000-192,000

Actual base salary may vary based upon factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, internal equity of peers, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual incentive program. 

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 generous benefits, campus amenities and inclusive, engaged culture are among the many reasons we’re routinely recognized as a top workplace employer.

65026 | Finance & Accounting | Management | 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.

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