Senior Tax Consultant
Securian Financial Group
Senior Tax Consultant
Securian Financial Group
Mutual holding company delivering insurance, investments
Overview:
Join a high-performing Corporate Tax team whereyou'llplay a strategic role in some of the organization's most significant business initiatives. As a SeniorTax Consultant,you'llprovide taxexpertiseon complex reinsurance transactions, mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, and other corporate initiatives that help shape the future of Securian Financial.
This role offers the opportunity to influence business decisions from the earliest stages of strategic planning through execution.You'llcollaborate with leaders across Finance, Strategic Business Development, Legal, and other business partners to design innovative, tax-efficient solutions that support the company's growth while ensuring compliance with evolving tax regulations.
If you enjoy solving complex tax challenges, partnering on high-impact transactions, and helping drive business strategy, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
Responsibilitiesinclude but are not limited to:
Strategic Transaction Consulting
Serve as the tax subject matter expert for internal and external reinsurance transactions, providing guidance on transaction structures, agreements, and tax implications.
Partner with Strategic Business Development to support mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other corporate initiatives from due diligence through execution.
Evaluate transaction structures and recommend creative, tax-efficient alternatives thatoptimizebusiness outcomes.
Communicate the financial and economic impact of tax strategies to business leaders and cross-functional partners.
Tax Planning & Research
Develop and evaluate innovative tax planning strategies to minimize federal, state, and premium tax liabilities.
Conduct complex tax research andprovidepractical guidance on technical tax matters affecting the organization.
Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and assess their impact on business operations and strategic initiatives.
Identify opportunities to improve tax efficiency while maintaining compliance with applicable regulations.
Cross-Functional Partnership & Compliance
Partner with the Corporate Tax team to support quarterly tax provisions and annual federal and state tax filings.
Collaborate with Finance, Accounting, Legal, Actuarial, and business leaders to ensure tax considerations are incorporated into strategic decisions.
Educate stakeholders on the tax implications of business transactions and planning opportunities.
Support a culture of strong governance, compliance, and continuous improvement across the tax function.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Demonstrated experience in corporate taxation with advanced technical tax expertise.
Experience providing tax guidance within the insurance industry, including knowledge of insurance tax regulations and requirements.
Experience supporting complex business initiatives, transactions, or strategic projects, including tax analysis, structuring, and risk assessment.
Strong knowledge of federal, state, and premium tax requirements affecting insurance organizations.
Proven ability to analyze complex tax issues and develop practical, business-focused solutions.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex tax concepts into actionable recommendations for business leaders and stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships across cross-functional teams and influence decision-making in a consultative capacity.
Experience developing and implementing tax planning strategies that balance business objectives, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with reinsurance taxation, including tax considerations related to reinsurance transactions and structures.
Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, or other strategic corporate transactions.
Experience serving as a tax advisor on large-scale or complex business initiatives.
Experience within the life insurance industry.
Master's degree in Taxation, CPA, JD, or other advanced tax credential.
Securian Financial believes in hybrid work as an integral part of our culture. Associates get the benefit of working both virtually and in our offices. If you’re in a commutable distance (90 minutes), you’ll join us 3 days each week in our offices to collaborate and build relationships. Our policy allows flexibility for the reality of business and personal schedules.
Preferred Skills:
Analytical Thinking, Business Acumen, Business Writing, Critical Thinking, Innovative Thinking, Tax Strategies, Working IndependentlyThe estimated base pay range for this job is:
Pay may vary depending on job-related factors and individual experience, skills, knowledge, etc. More information on base pay and incentive pay (if applicable) can be discussed with a member of the Securian Financial Talent Acquisition team.
Be you. With us. At Securian Financial, we understand that attracting top talent means offering more than just a job – it means providing a rewarding and fulfilling career. As a valued member of our high-performing team, we want you to connect with your work, your relationships and your community. Enjoy our comprehensive range of benefits designed to enhance your professional growth, well-being and work-life balance, including the advantages listed here:
Paid time off:
Company-funded pension plan and a 401(k) retirement plan: Share in the success of our company. Securian’s 401(k) company contribution is tied to our performance up to 10 percent of eligible earnings, with a target of 5 percent. The amount is based on company results compared to goals related to earnings, sales and service.
Health insurance: From the first day of employment, associates and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners and children – are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage.
Volunteer time: We know the importance of community. Through company-sponsored events, volunteer paid time off, a dollar-for-dollar matching gift program and more, we encourage you to support organizations important to you.
Associate Resource Groups: Build connections, be yourself and develop meaningful relationships at work through associate-led ARGs. Dedicated groups focus on a variety of interests and affinities, including:
For more information regarding Securian’s benefits, please review our Benefits page.
This information is not intended to explain all the provisions of coverage available under these plans. In all cases, the plan document dictates coverage and provisions.
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Mutual holding company delivering insurance, investments
Securian Financial Group is a mutual holding company that offers a range of financial protection and planning products. It sells individual and group insurance (term life, illness, and accident) as well as credit life and disability products, and it provides investment and retirement solutions. Its products provide financial protection or income support, such as life benefits, medical cost coverage, loan payoff on death, and income replacement during disability, along with saving for retirement. It differentiates itself by being owned by policyholders rather than public shareholders and by operating through multiple subsidiaries to serve a broad U.S. market, with the goal of helping people manage financial risk and plan for retirement.
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