Senior Tax Accountant (Hybrid)

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Tax

About Us

• At Transamerica, hard work, innovative thinking, and personal accountability are
• qualities we honor and reward. We understand the potential of leveraging the
• talents of a diverse workforce. We embrace an environment where employees enjoy
• a balance between their careers, families, communities, and personal
• interests.

• Ultimately, we appreciate the uniqueness of a company where talented
• professionals work collaboratively in a positive environment — one focused on
• helping people look forward and plan for the best life possible while providing
• tools and solutions that make it easier to get there.

• Who We Are

• We believe everyone deserves to live their best life. More than a century ago,
• we were among the first financial services companies in America to serve
• everyday people from all walks of life.

• Today, we’re part of an international holding company, with millions of
• customers and thousands of employees worldwide. Our insurance, retirement, and
• investment solutions help people make the most of what’s important to them.

• We’re empowered by a vast agent network covering North America, with diversity
• to match. Together with our nonprofit research institute and foundation, we tune
• in, step up, and are a force for good — for our customers and the communities
• where we live, work, and play. United in our purpose, we help people create the
• financial freedom to live life on their terms.

• What We Do

• Transamerica is organized into three distinct businesses. These include 1) World
• Financial Group, including Transamerica Financial Advisors, 2) Protection
• Solutions and Savings & Investments, comprised of life insurance, annuities,
• employee benefits, retirement plans, and Transamerica Investment Solutions, and
• Financial Assets, which includes legacy blocks of long term care, universal

life, and variable and fixed annuities. These are supported by Transamerica

Corporate, which includes Finance, People and Places, General Counsel, Risk,

Internal Audit, Strategy and Development, and Corporate Affairs, which covers

Communications, Brand, and Government and Policy Affairs.

Transamerica employs nearly 7,000 people. It’s part of Aegon, an integrated,

diversified, international financial services group serving approximately 23.9

million customers worldwide.* For more information, visit transamerica.com

[http://www.transamerica.com/].

Job Description Summary

Researches complicated tax issues, analyzes applicable tax laws, and documents

conclusions. Participates in team projects, offering direction to others to

achieve tax department goals.

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Prepares and/or reviews local, state, and federal tax returns and quarterly

tax provisions, as well as financial and management reports.

• Prepares and/or reviews amended tax returns, quarterly tax provisions, as

well as investment taxation workpapers.

• Researches complicated tax law and accounting principles and drafts technical

memos or outlines.

• Identifies problems and opportunities and develops alternatives.

• Implements project plans and leads small projects or parts of complex

projects.

• Recognizes unusual situations and reviews such situations with management.

• Actively coaches, develops, and trains staff.  May direct the workflow of

other staff professionals.

• Completes moderately difficult assignments with little supervision and

review.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in accounting or equivalent work experience.

• 5-8 years of professional experience in tax, accounting, or equivalent area,

with substantial experience in at least one tax specialty.

• Requires working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), on-line

research software (RIA, Westlaw), applicable tax and/or accounting software

systems.

• Written/verbal communication skills.

• Analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.

• Organizational skills to perform multiple assignments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with GAAP Reporting

Working Conditions

• Hybrid (Tuesday - Thursday in office)

• Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

• Minimal to occasional travel may be required.

Location

• Cedar Rapids, IA

Compensation

• The Salary for this position generally ranges between $78,000 - $103,000

annually. Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this

position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors

including qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation

(in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and

below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.

• Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based

on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company’s

discretion.

#LI-BD1

This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job

responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of

this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and

responsibilities as needed. In the event an employee or applicant requests or

requires an accommodation to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business

Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation request.

Disclaimer

• Beware of fake job offers!

• We’ve been alerted to scammers impersonating Transamerica recruiters,
• particularly for remote positions. Please note:

• We will never request personal information such as ID or payment for

equipment upfront.

• Official offers are sent via DocuSign following a verbal offer—not through

text or email.

What We Offer

• For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to
• support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees.

• Compensation Benefits

• Competitive Pay

• Bonus for Eligible Employees

Benefits Package

• Pension Plan

• 401k Match

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Disability Insurance

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Employee Discounts

• Career Training & Development Opportunities

Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits

• Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first

year of service.

• Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock

Exchange (NYSE) holidays).

• Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching

and Reward Dollars

• Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year

to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth,

placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.

• Adoption Assistance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Back-Up Care Program

• PTO for Volunteer Hours

• Employee Matching Gifts Program

• Employee Resource Groups

• Inclusion and Diversity Programs

• Employee Recognition Program

• Referral Bonus Programs

Inclusion & Diversity

We believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion creates a work environment

filled with exceptional individuals. We’re thrilled to have been recognized for

our efforts through the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index, Dave

Thomas Adoption Friendly Advocate, and several Seramount lists, including the

Inclusion Index, 100 Best Companies for Working Parents, Best Companies for

Dads, and Top 75 Companies for Executive Women.

To foster a culture of inclusivity throughout our workforce, workplace, and

marketplace, Transamerica offers a wide range of diversity and inclusion

programs. This includes our company-sponsored, employee-driven Employee Resource

Groups (ERGs), which are formed around a shared interest or a common

characteristic of diversity. ERGs are open to all employees. They provide a

supportive environment to help us better appreciate our similarities and

differences and understand how they benefit us all.

Giving Back

We believe our responsibilities extend beyond our corporate walls. That's why we

created the Aegon Transamerica Foundation

[https://www.transamerica.com/why-transamerica/aegon-transamerica-foundation] in

• Through a mix of financial grants and the volunteer efforts of our

employees, the foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the things

that matter most to our people in the communities where we live and work.

Transamerica’s Parent Company

Aegon [http://www.aegon.com/] acquired the Transamerica business in 1999. Since

its start in 1844, Aegon has  grown into an international company serving more

than 23.9 million people across the globe.* It offers investment, protection,

and retirement solutions, always with a clear purpose: Helping people live their

best lives. As a leading global investor and employer, the company seeks to have

a positive impact by addressing critical environmental and societal issues, with

a focus on climate change and inclusion and diversity.

• As of December 31, 2023