Tax Analyst - International
Pan-American Life Insurance Group (PALIG)
Location: New Orleans, LA; Oak Brook, IL; or Coral Gables, FL | Hybrid Work Opportunities Available
About the Role:
Pan-American Life Insurance Group (PALIG) is seeking a Tax Analyst - International to support the Corporate Tax Department in meeting strategic objectives related to local tax requirements for non-U.S. affiliates and U.S. international tax reporting obligations. The primary focus of this role is to build subject matter expertise in U.S. international tax laws and GAAP reporting requirements for foreign taxes.
This position works closely with foreign affiliate teams to collect and review tax reporting information, assists in identifying and resolving tax financial reporting issues, and supports various international tax matters, including transfer pricing and audit defense, as needed.
While the ideal candidate will be based in one of our office locations—New Orleans, Oak Brook, or Coral Gables—we remain open to remote arrangements for strong candidates whose experience aligns closely with the demands of this role.
Essential Functions:
Tax Financial Reporting and Analysis
- Collaborates with foreign affiliate teams to compile and maintain foreign affiliate tax provisions for U.S. GAAP financial reporting
- Assists with the identification, measurement, and recognition of tax attributes and positions
- Develops a working knowledge of various foreign tax laws and reporting positions
Tax Compliance
- Prepares Foreign Tax Credit (FTC) utilization calculations, including sourcing data and performing other U.S. international tax computations (e.g., BEAT, NCTI)
- Prepares U.S. federal tax reporting schedules and forms
- Maintains accurate and complete records for all U.S. international and foreign tax-related filings
Tax Planning and Transactions
- Researches tax implications of new or pending laws, regulations, and rulings
- Performs modeling of tax guidance changes to quantify potential impacts
- Drafts technical position memoranda
Tax Systems and Operations
- Assists in documenting current tax processes
- Helps maintain and optimize various tax software systems
Education & Experience:
- Required: A Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) in Accounting or a related field, 0–2 years of corporate tax and/or public tax accounting experience, and an active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license
- Preferred: Master’s degree in Taxation (MST) or a related graduate-level tax program
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
- Familiarity with U.S. federal international tax law and reporting requirements (e.g., Subpart F, Forms 5471, 8858, 8992 (GILTI/NCTI), 1118, 8991 (BEAT))
- Foundational understanding of ASC 740 reporting concepts
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to learn and utilize company financial systems
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Advanced technology skills a plus: Advanced Excel, VBA, Alteryx, Power Query, Power BI, and/or Python
- Bilingual Spanish/English a plus
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation package (base salary & bonus)
- Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, 401(k), paid time off, and tuition reimbursement
- Medical and dental coverage effective the first of the month following 30 days of service
- Hybrid work opportunities
About Us:
Pan-American Life Insurance Group (PALIG) serves the life, accident, and health insurance needs of individuals and businesses across 49 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands through its U.S.-based member companies—Pan-American Life Insurance Company and Pan-American Assurance Company.
At PALIG, our employees are our greatest asset. We value collaboration, trust, and the confidence of our policyholders. Our long-standing commitment to excellence continues to drive our success.
Pan-American Life is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
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What We Do
Since 1911, Pan-American Life has been dedicated to being the first-choice partner for top rated life, accident and health insurance and employee benefits for local and multi-national companies, as well as individuals seeking trusted financial security. Guided by the success and strength of its over 110-year history, PALIG has established a track record as one of the most financially sound insurance companies. The company’s heritage manifests a longstanding dedication to providing customers with innovative products and services to secure their future. PALIG employs more than 1,650 worldwide and provides top-rated life, accident and health insurance, employee benefits and financial services in 49 states, the District of Columbia (DC), Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The Group’s member companies offer individual and/or group life, accident and health insurance throughout the Americas in the United States, Latin America and the Caribbean. The Group has branches and affiliates in Costa Rica, Colombia, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Panama, and 13 Caribbean markets, including Barbados, the Cayman Islands, Curacao and Trinidad and Tobago. To learn more about Pan - American Life Insurance Group, visit palig.com and to join our team, visit https://www.palig.com/about-palig/careers
