Specialist, Tax - Federal Tax

About the role

This is a hybrid role based in Columbus, Ohio, requiring on-site presence at least two days per week.

This role does not qualify for employer sponsored work authorization. Nationwide does not participate in the STEM OPT extension program.

Responsibilities

• Reviews or prepares complex federal, state and local income tax calculations, returns and estimates, including consolidations.
• Adapts to changing assignments because cross-training is integral to our culture and professional development strategy.
• Reviews complex quarterly and annual tax provision calculations. Reviews output from tax software and uses analytics to identify areas of focus. May review or prepare complex statutory deferred tax asset admittance calculations and drives preparation and review of GAAP and statutory financial documents and external auditor support.
• Researches and prepares response to IRS and/or state information requests. Researches and evaluates technical position and propose alternatives. Works closely with IRS or state audit Coordinator to assess risk and respond appropriately.
• Approaches work and assignments with a broad view and seeks opportunities to improve tax positions and reduce risk. Communicates these ideas clearly and concisely to senior leadership for consideration. Supports planning projects and lean in to new opportunities large and small.
• Champions technology and operational improvement culture. Active participant in Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt/ Black Belt projects. Strong capacity to use technology in our fast paced and highly automated environment.
• Asks questions, seeks knowledge and demonstrates a desire to learn tax. Acts as a technical resource for business partners. Actively leads department educational opportunities and coaches and mentors Tax Analysts technical development.
• May perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Education: Undergraduate degree with studies in accounting, tax or other related field
• Licenses/Certifications/Designations: Progress toward CPA certification, master's degree in tax or law degree preferred
• Experience: Minimum of four years tax or accounting experience in a corporate or public accounting setting. Insurance or financial services experience preferred.
• Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: Federal, state and local tax law. Statutory and/or GAAP accounting. Ability to learn tax systems and apply technology to continually improve and manage risks. Self-starter who is able to prioritize work through team collaboration and with little day-to-day supervision. Inquisitive nature and desire to learn general and insurance tax concepts; asks questions and challenge answers. Self-reviews own work for accuracy. Must possess decision-making skills for problem identification and solution recommendation. Can apply technology and tax rules to complicated calculations with large amounts of data. Excellent communication skills in a diverse and fast paced environment.

Qualifications

• Education: Undergraduate degree with studies in accounting, tax or other related field
• Licenses/Certifications/Designations: Progress toward CPA certification, master's degree in tax or law degree preferred
• Experience: Minimum of four years tax or accounting experience in a corporate or public accounting setting. Insurance or financial services experience preferred.
• Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: Federal, state and local tax law. Statutory and/or GAAP accounting. Ability to learn tax systems and apply technology to continually improve and manage risks. Self-starter who is able to prioritize work through team collaboration and with little day-to-day supervision. Inquisitive nature and desire to learn general and insurance tax concepts; asks questions and challenge answers. Self-reviews own work for accuracy. Must possess decision-making skills for problem identification and solution recommendation. Can apply technology and tax rules to complicated calculations with large amounts of data. Excellent communication skills in a diverse and fast paced environment.

Skills

• Federal, state and local tax law
• Statutory and/or GAAP accounting
• Ability to learn tax systems and apply technology to continually improve and manage risks
• Self-starter who is able to prioritize work through team collaboration and with little day-to-day supervision
• Inquisitive nature and desire to learn general and insurance tax concepts; asks questions and challenge answers
• Self-reviews own work for accuracy
• Decision-making skills for problem identification and solution recommendation
• Can apply technology and tax rules to complicated calculations with large amounts of data
• Excellent communication skills in a diverse and fast paced environment

Benefits

We have an array of benefits to fit your needs, including: medical/dental/vision, life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro-rated quarterly based on hire date, nine paid holidays, 8 hours of Lifetime paid time off, 8 hours of Unity Day paid time off, 401(k) with company match, company-paid pension plan, business casual attire, and more. To learn more about the benefits we offer, click here.

Pay

The national salary range for Specialist, Tax : $88,000.00-$164,000.00

Schedule

Normal office environment. Occasional travel. Non-standard or extended hours may be required based on project needs.