Tax Analyst II

The Tax Analyst II is primarily responsible for supporting the Federal and State and Local Tax Managers in the preparation and review of tax filings, research, and planning required of a multinational insurance and insurance agency holding company. This position will also work on Partnership tax matters, as requested, and required. The AmTrust Tax Department has a hybrid work policy - the employees are required to work from our Downtown Cleveland office Tuesday through Thursday but can work remotely on Mondays and Fridays. A conscientious self-starter with strong communication skills is required.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Responsible for the preparation of corporate non-insurance tax returns and supporting workpapers (federal non-insurance income tax returns and state and local non-insurance income tax returns)
• Responsible for qualifying returns and resolving diagnostic issues that would prevent electronic filing of federal and state income tax
• Assist in the preparation of the quarterly and annual income tax provision for non-insurance subsidiaries in accordance with ASC 740 (formerly Statement 109: Accounting for Income Taxes)
• Draft responses to federal and state tax notices, assessments, queries, audits, and examinations
• Manage and update a large tax compliance calendar and audit schedules, preparing estimate

payments, extension requests, annual reports, and other various filings

• Utilize technology to research tax laws, regulations, and instructions to properly report to tax

authorities and assist in possible planning opportunities

• Build and maintain technical expertise related to federal, partnership, state and local tax laws

and regulations

• Compile information for and prepare various indirect tax filings, including sales and use, property, franchise, and other various indirect filings
• Work with Procurement and Accounts Receivable to determine the taxability of certain purchases, using the Vertex Sales and Use Tax automation system

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Requirements:

• Experience with OneSource Income Tax or similar tax preparation software
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Organized individual with an attention to detail
• Ability to work efficiently in order to meet deadlines
• Ability to complete thorough and detailed workpapers supporting various tax returns
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• Advanced training indicated by CPA designation or Masters of Tax preferred but not required
• 2 to 4 years of tax experience in public accounting or in industry or an equivalent combination of experience is necessary

This job description is designed to provide a general overview of the requirements of the job and does not entail a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that will be required in this position. AmTrust has the right to revise this job description at any time.

AmTrust Financial Services offers a competitive compensation package and excellent career advancement opportunities. Our benefits include: Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children, Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off.

AmTrust strives to create a diverse and inclusive culture where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected. This concept encompasses but is not limited to human differences with regard to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture, religion or disabilities.

AmTrust values excellence and recognizes that by embracing the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of its workforce, it will sustain a competitive advantage and remain an employer of choice. Diversity is a business imperative, enabling us to attract, retain and develop the best talent available. We see diversity as more than just policies and practices. It is an integral part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future.