Security Benefit is searching for an experienced Tax Accountant with proven experience to join our team. This position will work in our home office in Topeka, Kansas or our Overland Park, Kansas office. SB associates are working in a hybrid environment with both remote and on-site work.
Who Are We?
Security Benefit fosters strong partnerships to provide insightful and customized retirement solutions for employers and individual investors nationwide. Through a broad advisor network and its nationally recognized money managers, Security Benefit provides mutual funds, annuities and retirement programs.
What Does the Job Look Like?
Tax Accountant will assist in preparation of corporate federal and state income tax returns, premium tax returns, tax audits, financial statement tax computations and other regulatory filings. The successful candidate will be expected to interact with both peers and members of the Corporate Finance Team on income tax accounting and reporting matters.

• Preparation of federal and state income tax returns and work papers.
• Preparation of premium and municipal tax returns.
• Preparation of GAAP and Statutory quarterly tax provisions, including related reporting disclosures, management reports and validation of tax accounts.
• Preparation of quarterly and forecasted income tax projections and effective tax rate.
• Preparation of tax basis balance sheets and deferred tax inventory supporting schedules.
• Contribute to and take an active role in continuous improvements and automation initiatives.
• Prepare estimated tax payments and tax sharing calculations.
• Prepare tax account reconciliations.
• Provide requested information for income tax audits.
• Preparation of personal property tax returns and corporate annual reports.
• Participate in tax impact analysis of proposed transactions and tax planning initiatives.
• Assist in the development, compliance and maintaining of a strong internal control environment within the Tax Accounting function.
• Assist with documentation for quarterly and year-end tax provision audits by external and internal auditors.
• Assist with research and documentation of tax technical issues.

Who Are You?

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or related discipline/equivalent experience.
• CPA or pursuing the designation.
• Minimum 2-4 years' experience in public accounting or in a corporate environment.
• Corporate Federal Insurance income tax knowledge/preparation a plus.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and GAAP audits a plus.
• Knowledge of Statutory Accounting Principles a plus.
• Knowledge of PeopleSoft, One Source and Enterprise software a plus.
• Ability to work independently, as well as with internal and external contacts.
• Strong analytical and problem solving-skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
• Solid verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel, with advanced Excel skills preferred.
• Experience with OneSource Income Tax and OneSource Tax Provision a plus.

What Security Benefit Can Offer You?
Security Benefit offers a competitive salary and as a full-time employee you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

• Employees are eligible for an annual incentive bonus designed to reward for performance.
• 33 days of paid time off for PTO, paid holidays, days of Significance, and a Volunteer Day
• Paid parental leave eligible after one year of service
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401k with company match
• Profit Sharing & Savings Plan
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Educational Assistance
• Associate Assistance Programs
• Career growth and more!

Consider joining our progressive team in our nationally recognized company. Visit the career section of our website at www.securitybenefit.com/careers to apply and submit your resume. EOE
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