Senior State & Local Tax Accountant - Hartford, CT Office

Prepare, review, approve, and pay state and local income tax compliance for HSB Group and its U.S. affiliates in a timely manner. This includes but is not limited to annual income and franchise tax returns, quarterly estimated payments and extensions of time to file. Track state net operating loss carryforwards.

Perform general ledger account reconciliations in addition to preparing and submitting journal entries associated with state and local income tax accruals, reserves, and true ups. Investigate and respond to inquiries from tax authorities and assist with internal and external tax audits. Collaborate with manager in conducting state income tax nexus studies.  Assist with preparing, reviewing, filing and paying of annual insurance premium tax returns during peak periods.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting is required or equivalent work experience
• Certified Public Accounting (CPA) certification or Master’s is preferred
• 5+ years state and local income tax compliance experience in public accounting and /or private industry is required
• Experience with Thompson Reuters OneSource tax software is preferred

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong PC skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Ability to quickly adapt to accounting software and reporting tools
• Excellent communication and literacy skills
• Ability to work as a team player and independently under tight deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects, responsibilities, and prioritize workload
• Basic knowledge of Thompson Reuters Checkpoint or other online tax research tool
• Basic knowledge of PeopleSoft general ledger web-based software and PeopleSoft nVision

At The Hartford Steam Boiler, a subsidiary of Munich Re, we see Diversity and Inclusion as a solution to the challenges and opportunities all around us. Our goal is to foster an inclusive culture and build a workforce that reflects the customers we serve and the communities in which we live and work. We strive to provide a workplace where all of our colleagues feel respected, valued and empowered to achieve their very best every day. We recruit and develop talent with a focus on providing our customers the most innovative products and services.   

We are an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.  The work environment characteristics, and any physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.  Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.