Tax Manager

Location(s)

Chicago, Illinois

Details

Kemper is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers. Our success is a direct reflection of the talented and diverse people who make a positive difference in the lives of our customers every day. We believe a high-performing culture, valuable opportunities for personal development and professional challenge, and a healthy work-life balance can be highly motivating and productive. Kemper’s products and services are making a real difference to our customers, who have unique and evolving needs. By joining our team, you are helping to provide an experience to our stakeholders that delivers on our promises. 

Position Summary:

Kemper is looking for a highly motivated individual to join our Tax Department based in our Chicago office. We are looking for a Tax Manager, who will work closely with teammates to help prepare and review federal and state income tax provisions, returns and cash settlements, along with related tax projects and planning. This role will also help deliver on efforts to transform how the Tax Department delivers value to the organization.

Position Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly/quarterly tax provision workpapers
• Record journal entries
• Direct offshore resources
• Prepare federal and state tax returns, including subgroup consolidations
• Determine federal and state estimated payments and annual extensions
• Oversee ledger reconciliations
• Assist with technology implementation and process improvements
• Conduct research and analysis

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field
• 4+ years of relevant tax experience
• Knowledge and experience with ASC 740 required, experience with SSAP 101 preferred
• Excellent Excel skills
• Technology driven (experience with Alteryx, Tableau, Corptax, OneSource preferred)
• Independent worker and self-starter
• Detail-oriented, organized with excellent problem-solving skills
• Effective interpersonal skills, including written and oral communication skills
• The selected candidate will work a hybrid work schedule which will require weekly reporting to our office in Chicago, IL.

The range for this position is $70,700 to $120,900. When determining candidate offers, we consider experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location among other factors. This job is also eligible for our Kemper benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401k, etc.)

Kemper is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We are committed to supporting diversity and equality across our organization and we work diligently to maintain a workplace free from discrimination. Kemper is focused on expanding our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts to align with our vision, mission, and guiding principles. Kemper does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Kemper and Kemper will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

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