Senior Tax Analyst - Reporting

Location(s)

Chicago, Illinois, Remote-IA, Remote-IN, Remote-WI

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 talented individual to join our Tax Department based in our Chicago office. More specifically, we seek a Senior Tax Analyst, who will work closely with teammates supporting GAAP and insurance Statutory financial reporting by preparing and reviewing income tax provisions, participating in projects, and performing accounting and tax research. This role will also support other Tax Department activities and be involved with ongoing efforts to transform how the Tax Department delivers value to the organization.

*This role is a hybrid position that will need to work from the closest office located to Chicago, IL. Remote work may be considered for this role outside of that market.

Position Responsibilities:

• Prepare workpapers and support GAAP and insurance Statutory tax provisions
• Record tax provisions
• Support tax compliance function, including preparing tax returns
• Prepare written documentation
• Perform ledger reconciliations
• Lead and implement technology and/or process improvements to improve tax department operations
• Conduct accounting and tax research and analysis

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field
• 3+ years of relevant tax experience
• Strong technical writing skills
• Excellent Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Technology driven (experience with Alteryx, Tableau and Corptax preferred)
• Working knowledge of and experience with ASC 740; experience with SSAP 101 preferred
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Detail-oriented, organized with excellent problem-solving skills
• Effective written and oral communication skills

The range for this position is $68,000 to $113,400. 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.

Kemper will never request personal information, such as your social security number or banking information, via text or email.  Additionally, Kemper does not use external messaging applications like WireApp or Skype to communicate with candidates.  If you receive such a message, delete it.