Manager, Tax

About the role

Company Shared Services Argo and Farm Family are specialty property and casualty insurance brands whose underwriting companies are wholly-owned subsidiaries of Clearbrook Holdings Inc. Argo and Farm Family partner with agents and brokers to provide insurance solutions that enable businesses to manage risks with confidence. At Clearbrook our Core Values are Integrity, Collaboration, Pursuit of Excellence and Forward Thinking.

Responsibilities

• Manage the preparation of the quarterly and annual ASC 740 and SSAP 101 income tax provisions
• Lead the preparation and review of the annual federal and state income tax returns as well as other miscellaneous tax filings
• Monitor book to tax reconciliations inclusive of permanent and temporary timing differences as well as deferred tax inventory and applicable valuation allowances
• Prepare and review tax related financial statement footnotes in accordance with ASU 2023-09 and SSAP 101
• Perform SSAP 101 admissibility tests and risk-based capital thresholds
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to gather financial information, resolve tax‑related issues, and support reporting needs
• Conduct or supervise tax research, tax planning and tax strategy projects to assist in developing to minimize the Company’s tax liabilities
• Review tax processes and identify opportunities to strengthen controls, streamline workflows, and enhance overall accuracy and efficiency
• Perform Sarbanes Oxley compliance initiatives
• Interact regularly with the Company’s independent auditors and outside tax service providers

Qualifications

• A Master’s Degree in Accounting, specializing in Tax from an accredited university is required
• Five (5) to Seven (7) years or more of working experience in an accounting role (required), and experience in the Insurance Industry (highly desirable)
• Big Four tax experience or insurance company tax experience is preferred
• Proven record of working with minimal supervision and willingness to perform a variety of job‑related functions including both compliance and research‑related tasks
• Ability to read and understand complex technical literature (tax and accounting) and to communicate information with peers and with senior management
• Experience with Oracle Tax Reporting Cloud Service Tax or other tax provision software package

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities
• Competitive compensation package
• Performance‑based incentives

Pay

• Omaha, NE; Richmond, VA; Albany, NY: $101,184.00 – $120,462.00
• Chicago, IL: $111,384.00 – $132,498.00
• New York City, NY: $121,482.00 – $144,636.00
• Base salary is commensurate with candidate experience; position is eligible for an annual bonus based on company and individual performance.