AVP, Tax

Overview of Position

The AVP, Tax directs and manages the Assurant companies’ tax functions in different locations. This individual is responsible for carrying out the day to day tax operations within the organization. This individual has sign-off responsibility subject to final approval by the SVP or VP. 

What will be my duties and responsibilities in this job? 

Tax Accounting (35%)

• Oversees the preparation and review of the quarterly and yearend tax provisions with special emphasis on compliance with accounting for income tax rules and guidelines, such as ASC 740, ASC 450, SSAP 101, APB 28, FIN 48, etc.

• AVP, Tax must keep current on accounting for income tax pronouncements and update relevant members of the tax team. 

• Works closely with VPs in Accounting to discuss GAAP and non-GAAP reporting.

• Reviews, analyzes, and presents GAAP and non-GAAP reporting for MCOM and external stakeholders.

• The Tax AVP deals directly with external auditors (PWC).

• Actively participates in Global Finance Forum with AVP and VP peer group to discuss various finance topics including employee survey results, EBITDA metrics, etc.

SOX Compliance (15%)

• Recommends and reviews relevant controls for specific tax processes to ensure that all tax internal controls are in place and operating effectively (Sarbanes-Oxley compliance).

• Coordinates with internal audit to review controls annually and discusses effectiveness/operation, as requested.

Tax Compliance (20%)

• Oversees the preparation, the review, and the final sign off for the consolidated tax return, including all necessary attachments and forms.

• Oversees the preparation and review of estimated tax and extension calculations for the consolidated tax return.

• Oversees the preparation and the review of proforma federal income tax returns for the NY Tax Department, including all necessary attachments and forms. 

• The Tax AVP works closely with IRS auditors to resolve issues in a timely manner and create favorable outcomes for Assurant (Assurant is a Large Corporation audited by the IRS’ Large Business and International Division). 

• Manages day to day tax support of asset management including main tax contact for RE ventures and CLOs, answer ad hoc questions on compliance filings, and review and distribute K1s for US tax return filings.

People Management (15%)

• Provides leadership and manages the work activities of the NY Tax Department. 

• Develops and coaches’ staff, maintains a teamwork environment. 

• Works closely with management team members and works to sustain relationship with outside consultants.

Tax Consulting (15%)

• Provide timely and accurate tax consulting, including timely …