Manager Insurance Premium Tax Reconciliations

at Apex Systems in

Downers Grove, Illinois, United States Job Description Job Description:

Manager -

Insurance Premium Tax Reconciliations Location:

Downers Grove, Illinois (Partial Remote)

Employment Type:

Contract Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Manager specializing in insurance premium tax reconciliations and filings. This role requires a hands-on professional to support a growing book of business by managing premium tax administration, reconciling premium activity, and ensuring accurate and timely multi-state tax filings. This position is suitable for a tax professional or an insurance industry professional with direct experience in premium tax reporting and compliance. Key Responsibilities Manage the preparation, review, and filing of premium tax returns, including state, local, and retaliatory taxes. Actively participate in and oversee insurance premium tax reconciliations. Oversee premium tax accruals and ensure proper recording in the general ledger. Monitor changes in premium tax laws and regulations to assess organizational impact. Lead premium tax audits and respond to inquiries from regulatory authorities. Coordinate with underwriting, finance, actuarial, and IT teams to ensure accurate data capture. Analyze premium data to determine state-by-state tax exposure for insurance policies. Maintain and improve premium tax processes, controls, and documentation. Develop and mentor junior tax staff.

Required Qualifications Education:

A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.

Experience:

6-10+ years of experience in insurance premium tax, state and local tax (SALT), or a related field is required. Proven, hands-on experience with multi-state insurance premium tax filings and reconciliations is necessary.

Technical Skills:

Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and data reconciliation, are required. Familiarity with premium tax software such as TriTech or OPTins is also needed. Preferred Qualifications A CPA or MST is preferred. Prior experience in public accounting with a focus on insurance premium taxes or within an insurance company with direct exposure to premium tax reporting. Experience with insurance statutory accounting and reporting. Experience supporting or building processes for new or expanding books of business. Compensation & Benefits The pay rate for this position is between $50.00 and $90.00 per hour. The bill rate for this position is between $120.00 and $175.00 per hour. Specific compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and qualifications. Benefits are available to eligible employees. This employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview:

Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide. VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request Priority Protected Veteran & Disabled Referrals for all of our locations within the state. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account