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Analyze and apply all federal and state statutory withholding requirements, and unclaimed property for all Companies and lines of business
Executing federal and state withholding deposits, and unclaimed property filings and required mailings according to statutory requirements
Recognize, research and recommend resolution to tax withholding issues
Assist with filing of Information Reporting Forms (1099R, 5498, 1042S, 1099LTC,1099MISC,1099INT, Puerto Rico Series)
Utilize technology and drive projects in support of regulatory changes, team objectives, and for continuous process improvement
Work with all related Sammons Financial Group Companies' teams across all locations collaboratively reflecting our corporate shared values while maintaining strict confidentiality over appropriate information
Apply extensive knowledge of Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and State regulations to research and resolve various tax reporting, and unclaimed property issues
Accountable for timely and accurate completion of Internal Revenue Service (IRS), all State, and Puerto Rico withholdings filings, including tracking and receiving back of refunds, and balancing of subsidiary accounts
Accountable for timely and accurate completion of State Unclaimed Property Filings, maintaining any necessary work papers and subsidiaries
Assist in the preparation of Internal Revenue Service (IRS) filings for 1099R, 5498, 1042S, 1099LTC, 1099MISC, 1099INT, Puerto Rico series information reporting forms, including coordination of mailing, printing, and imaging for all Companies
Direct communication with regulatory bodies (IRS or State Regulatory bodies) and coordinate with and support communications, including any auditors, in areas of responsibility
Communicate effectively with areas outside of Corporate Accounting to identify and implement projects that impact state and federal withholding, unclaimed property, as well as, tax form 1099 Series, 1042S, 5498, Puerto Rico Series, 972CG and CP2100
Apply extensive knowledge of Sammons Financial Group technology platforms, programming jobs, or new technology in order to effectively implement changes in the organization that impact federal and state withholding, unclaimed property, and tax form 1099 Series, 1042S, 5498, Puerto Rico Series, 972CG and CP2100
Apply knowledge of the Sammons Financial Group entities, business units, chart of accounts, processes and controls in order to effectively implement changes in the organization that impact federal and state withholding and unclaimed property
Develop and maintain effective, positive and collaborative working relationships with key stakeholders across the organization including several geographic locations
Produce various analytical reports, research items or trends that are unusual and communicate findings to manager
Maintain written procedural documentation for all assigned tasks and adhere to written processes and procedures in support of the required internal controls
Support the PAIRUP team in special assignments and projects as deemed necessary to meet departmental goals
Coach, train, mentor and motivate the activities of other PAIRUP new members
The workload may occasionally demand additional work outside of the company's standard 40-hour work week, specifically during tax season
Demonstrate collaborative team skills within and outside of Corporate Accounting and the ability to work in a positive fashion toward common organization goals
Commitment to embrace Sammons Financial Group Companies shared values (Accountability, Connection, Openness, Respect and Integrity)
As stated within the Company Attendance and Punctuality policy, regular attendance is required and expected in order to meet the business service levels and workflow demands
Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or relevant business field
2-4 years' experience in accounting or relevant business area
High degree of analytical skills and judgment
Strong organizational skills
Strong mathematical ability
Ability to work independently to identify and resolve complex issues
Ability to prioritize multiple projects and allocate time as needed
Ability to adapt to change and learn quickly
Demonstrates effective use of Microsoft Office and company specific software applications
Desire to attain or further insurance-industry specific skills in tax reporting and product knowledge
High degree of professionalism, motivation and intellectual curiosity
Effective written and verbal communication skills
ability to work with and communicate with senior leaders outside of Corporate Accounting, external auditors, and other regulatory bodies
Criminal background check required
FINRA regulations require fingerprinting for this position
What we offer:
Health, Dental, Vision, Company Paid Retirement, PTO and Holiday Pay
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) is a 100% company-funded retirement plan
Healthy balance between work and personal lives
Friday afternoons off all year long, competitive PTO, and generous number of paid holidays
Incentive program for defined goals subject to eligibility and performance
Colleagues who support one another, model our core values, and drive our healthy, high-performing culture