Staff Accountant

Company: Fortitude Re
Location: Nashville
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

Fortitude Reinsurance Company Ltd. (Fortitude Re) is one of the world's leading providers of legacy reinsurance solutions. They work with the world's leading insurance companies to help them execute comprehensive, transformational solutions for legacy Life & Annuity and P&C lines. Fortitude Re manages a general account of approximately $55 billion across life, annuity, and property & casualty insurance products. The company takes a long-term view on growth and is proud to be backed by a consortium of sophisticated institutional investors led by The Carlyle Group and T&D Insurance Group. Incorporated under the laws of Bermuda on January 1, 2017, Fortitude Re's roots in the insurance industry and the experience of their leadership go back many decades. Fortitude Re's leadership team has an average industry tenure of over 20 years, and an impressive track record of successfully managing the most complex legacy liabilities. Their deep insurance experience and proprietary risk modeling capabilities allow them to structure bespoke transactions that benefit both insurance companies and their policyholders. Fortitude Re continues to strengthen its ability to pursue further growth and provide innovative solutions for the global insurance industry. Click here for more information about Fortitude Re.This Staff Accountant will report to the AVP, Legacy Tax, and will be responsible for preparation of quarterly and annual tax provisions, numerous tax filings, and maintenance of corresponding tax records. The individual in this role will also provide support with internal control frameworks and assistance with special projects. This role will be based in our Nashville, TN and can work on a hybrid schedule. We will offer relocation allowance for those who are interested in moving to Nashville, TN.What You Will Do:--- Assist in preparation of the company's non-life quarterly and annual tax provisions and disclosures under ASC 740 and SSAP 101--- Assist in compiling data requests for third party premium tax provider related to premium tax returns for insurance entities--- Prepare Federal and State income tax return workpapers--- Prepare sales and use tax returns and other non-income tax filings--- Assist in preparation of Forms 1099--- Assist with requests from any U.S. tax service providers--- Develop a working knowledge of the tax profile for each group--- Assist with general tax planning and other ad-hoc projects, as requestedWhat You Will Have:--- A CPA or Masters of Tax preferred--- Minimum of 1 to 3 years of experience in a corporate tax department or Big 4 audit firm--- Insurance tax experience and familiarity with tax issues for multinational financial institutions preferred, but not required--- Must be a self-starter, a problem solver, and possess a willingness to grow and develop--- Must possess efficiency, honest/integrity, organizational and planning skills--- Must follow-through on commitments; be intelligent, and possess strong analytical skills--- Attention to detail, proactive, flexibility/adaptability, and enthusiastic--- Strong work ethic, listening skills, openness to criticism and new ideas--- Excellent written and verbal communication skills--- Contribute to a collaborative team environment and work effectively with lead tax teams and other departments in the company and its outside advisorsWhat We Offer:We offer competitive benefits in a fast-paced, dynamic and nimble culture including:--- Unlimited PTO policy--- Up to 11 paid company holidays--- Up to 16 hours per year of paid volunteer time--- Competitive 401(k) plan--- Paid parental leave--- Tuition reimbursement--- Health, vision, dental, and life insurance with additional access to health and wellness programs--- Flexible working environmentAt Fortitude Re, we believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to our future and our mission- creating a foundation for a creative workplace that leads to innovation, growth, and profitability. Through a wide variety of programs and initiatives, we invest in each employee, seeking to ensure that our people are not only respected as individuals, but also truly valued for their unique perspectives.We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer and evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, diversity of thought and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.To all recruitment agencies: Unless you have been requested to work on this position, or other positions with Fortitude Re, please do not forward any resumes to Fortitude Re employees. Fortitude Re is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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