<p><strong>VP of Tax </strong></p><p><strong><em>Location: Hartford, CT | Hybrid</em></strong></p><p><em>Position Type: Full Time/Permanent Position</em></p><p><em>Recruiter Contact: Sal Fiorillo - Sal.Fiorillo@Roberthalf</em></p><p><em>Reference: SF0013305097</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why This Role</strong></p><ul><li>Newly created position in a growing finance organization with opportunities for advancement</li><li>Direct exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional teams</li><li>Dynamic environment with ongoing acquisitions and strategic growth initiatives</li><li>State-of-the-art downtown Hartford office with outstanding employee amenities</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead oversight of US GAAP and Statutory tax accounting, compliance, and reporting for multiple entities</li><li>Manage relationships with Big 4/public accounting firms handling provision and compliance</li><li>Review and approve tax journal entries, reconciliations, disclosures, and controls</li><li>Oversee federal and state tax compliance and reporting (income, franchise, premium, excise, withholding)</li><li>Present quarterly and annual tax results to senior stakeholders and auditors</li><li>Collaborate with Finance and Investment teams on tax-sensitive book accounting</li><li>Research tax issues, respond to inquiries/notices, and evaluate impacts of new tax law changes</li><li>Drive process improvements to increase efficiency across tax reporting and compliance</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Background</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance</li><li>10+ years of tax reporting and compliance (life insurance preferred; financial services/insurance required)</li><li>Public accounting experience with life insurance clients highly valued (Big 4/large firm)</li><li>CPA and/or Master’s in Tax/Accounting strongly preferred</li><li>Expertise in ASC 740, SSAP 101, and consolidated tax return regulations (Life/Non-Life)</li><li>Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills</li></ul><p>If you meet the minimum requirements and want to learn more about this opportunity, please email your resume to the email listed above and reference SF0013305097.</p><p>All inquiries are confidential. Please note at Robert Half we never present your background to a client company without your permission.</p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Tax Supervisor to join our boutique public accounting firm in Chicago, Illinois. This role offers an exciting opportunity to oversee client engagements, provide tax and accounting services, and contribute to the growth of the firm. With a flexible hybrid work schedule and the chance to play a key role in shaping the future of the practice, this position is ideal for someone seeking a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and review a variety of tax returns, including individual (1040), corporate (1120S), and partnership (1065).</p><p>• Manage bookkeeping and accounting tasks for small business clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Supervise and collaborate with offshore team members to deliver timely and high-quality client services.</p><p>• Provide proactive tax planning and advisory services to clients, identifying opportunities for optimization.</p><p>• Develop and refine internal processes to enhance efficiency and support the firm’s growth.</p><p>• Build and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor.</p><p>• Collaborate directly with the firm’s owner in a startup-style environment.</p><p>• Monitor and manage workload during busy seasons (50–55 hours per week) and off-seasons (32–36 hours per week).</p><p><br></p><ul><li>No company benefits as of now, will be adding them end of 2025.</li><li>There is a bonus and profit sharing.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We’re partnering with a <strong>top CPA firm</strong> that is adding multiple Tax leadership roles. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced professionals ready to step into a visible, client-facing position with strong career growth.</p><p><br></p><p>✨ <strong>Why This Role Stands Out:</strong></p><p> ✔️ Primarily remote (must live in Upstate SC or Western NC)</p><p> ✔️ Excellent team culture and leadership</p><p> ✔️ Work-life balance (reasonable hours, even during busy season)</p><p> ✔️ Competitive comp to $160k</p><p><br></p><p>📊 <strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><p> – Lead and review complex corporate, partnership, and individual tax engagements</p><p> – Provide proactive tax planning and advisory services to clients</p><p> – Manage and mentor junior staff while fostering a collaborative team environment</p><p> – Build client relationships as a trusted advisor</p><p> – Support firm leadership with growth initiatives and process improvements</p>
