Brighthouse Financial
Indirect Tax Director (Charlotte, NC (Hybrid) or Remote)
Brighthouse Financial, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Overview
Indirect Tax Director (Charlotte, NC (Hybrid) or Remote) at Brighthouse Financial. This role leads the company’s indirect tax function and supports other tax areas as needed. Where You’ll Work
Our flexible, hybrid work model offers the option to work remotely or in the office. How You’ll Contribute
As an Indirect Tax Director you’ll be responsible for managing all aspects of indirect tax including accounting, reporting, compliance and audits. This position will also support other tax functional areas (e.g., federal and state income tax compliance and accounting, tax information reporting, premium tax). This position reports to the Head of Tax. In This Role, You’ll Get To
Lead the company’s indirect tax function. Manage all aspects of indirect tax including accounting, reporting, compliance and audits. Scope of responsibilities includes premium, retaliatory and municipal tax, sales and use tax, payroll and product withholding tax, and personal property tax. Collaborate with key stakeholders on cross-functional tasks, such as forecasts and admin system conversions. Maintain a strong control environment, including SOX, MAR and operational controls. Identify and implement process improvements, including automation and documentation of processes. Coach and develop team members. Support the company’s tax planning initiatives. Model tax impacts of legislative changes, changes to return positions, and tax planning strategies with respect to indirect taxes. Research and document tax technical and tax risk aspects of tax planning strategies with respect to indirect taxes. Lead the company’s indirect tax controversy activities. Serve as primary point of contact for federal and state tax authorities during indirect tax and product tax withholding examinations. Prepare or review responses to notices and examinations by relevant tax authorities and support filing positions. Research and document tax technical return positions. Support the company’s tax advocacy activities. Serve as liaison to ACLI working groups, as appropriate. Monitor potential tax legislative changes and communicate items of interest/impact to the company. Support other tax functional areas as needed, including federal and state income tax accounting/reporting and compliance activities. Actively participate in the tax quarterly financial close and reporting process, including review and/or preparation of book-tax adjustments, current and deferred tax calculations, ETR reconciliations, internal metrics, and tax footnotes. Review of federal and state income tax returns and related workpapers.
What You’ll Need
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance. CPA or CPA eligible preferred. Minimum of 7–10 years of indirect tax reporting and compliance experience or broad tax functional experience in the life insurance industry or at a tax practice serving life insurance companies. Experience with US GAAP and Statutory tax accounting (ASC 740 and SSAP 101) is a plus. Proficient with MS Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint and Project. Strong data analysis and manipulation skills. Experience with Alteryx and other BI tools is a plus. Strong communication skills, both oral and written. Strong accounting, analytical, and tax technical research skills. What You’ll Receive
Compensation – Base salary ranging from $155,000 to $175,000 plus competitive performance-based incentives. Flexible Work Environment – Remote or in-office options. Paid Time Off – Minimum 20 days of PTO plus 16 paid company holidays per year, plus paid volunteer and study time. Financial Health – 401(k) with company match (up to 6%), discretionary company contribution (3%), 15% employee stock purchase plan discount, and financial counseling services. Health and Wellness – Medical, vision, and dental plans with tax-free health savings accounts and potential company contributions. Family Support – Paid parental leave, dependent care options, and related benefits. Life and Disability – Company-paid basic life insurance and short-term disability. The company and department may occasionally gather in person to foster belonging and team building and we’d welcome you to join these events.
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Indirect Tax Director (Charlotte, NC (Hybrid) or Remote) at Brighthouse Financial. This role leads the company’s indirect tax function and supports other tax areas as needed. Where You’ll Work
Our flexible, hybrid work model offers the option to work remotely or in the office. How You’ll Contribute
As an Indirect Tax Director you’ll be responsible for managing all aspects of indirect tax including accounting, reporting, compliance and audits. This position will also support other tax functional areas (e.g., federal and state income tax compliance and accounting, tax information reporting, premium tax). This position reports to the Head of Tax. In This Role, You’ll Get To
Lead the company’s indirect tax function. Manage all aspects of indirect tax including accounting, reporting, compliance and audits. Scope of responsibilities includes premium, retaliatory and municipal tax, sales and use tax, payroll and product withholding tax, and personal property tax. Collaborate with key stakeholders on cross-functional tasks, such as forecasts and admin system conversions. Maintain a strong control environment, including SOX, MAR and operational controls. Identify and implement process improvements, including automation and documentation of processes. Coach and develop team members. Support the company’s tax planning initiatives. Model tax impacts of legislative changes, changes to return positions, and tax planning strategies with respect to indirect taxes. Research and document tax technical and tax risk aspects of tax planning strategies with respect to indirect taxes. Lead the company’s indirect tax controversy activities. Serve as primary point of contact for federal and state tax authorities during indirect tax and product tax withholding examinations. Prepare or review responses to notices and examinations by relevant tax authorities and support filing positions. Research and document tax technical return positions. Support the company’s tax advocacy activities. Serve as liaison to ACLI working groups, as appropriate. Monitor potential tax legislative changes and communicate items of interest/impact to the company. Support other tax functional areas as needed, including federal and state income tax accounting/reporting and compliance activities. Actively participate in the tax quarterly financial close and reporting process, including review and/or preparation of book-tax adjustments, current and deferred tax calculations, ETR reconciliations, internal metrics, and tax footnotes. Review of federal and state income tax returns and related workpapers.
What You’ll Need
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance. CPA or CPA eligible preferred. Minimum of 7–10 years of indirect tax reporting and compliance experience or broad tax functional experience in the life insurance industry or at a tax practice serving life insurance companies. Experience with US GAAP and Statutory tax accounting (ASC 740 and SSAP 101) is a plus. Proficient with MS Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint and Project. Strong data analysis and manipulation skills. Experience with Alteryx and other BI tools is a plus. Strong communication skills, both oral and written. Strong accounting, analytical, and tax technical research skills. What You’ll Receive
Compensation – Base salary ranging from $155,000 to $175,000 plus competitive performance-based incentives. Flexible Work Environment – Remote or in-office options. Paid Time Off – Minimum 20 days of PTO plus 16 paid company holidays per year, plus paid volunteer and study time. Financial Health – 401(k) with company match (up to 6%), discretionary company contribution (3%), 15% employee stock purchase plan discount, and financial counseling services. Health and Wellness – Medical, vision, and dental plans with tax-free health savings accounts and potential company contributions. Family Support – Paid parental leave, dependent care options, and related benefits. Life and Disability – Company-paid basic life insurance and short-term disability. The company and department may occasionally gather in person to foster belonging and team building and we’d welcome you to join these events.
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