Full-Time

Head of Tax

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Zinnia

Zinnia

201-500 employees

Insurance technology for life products

Data & Analytics
Fintech

Compensation Overview

$180k - $220kAnnually

Expert

Johns Creek, GA, USA

This is a hybrid position, which implies that the candidate will need to work in the office some days.

Category
Tax Accounting
Accounting
Required Skills
Word/Pages/Docs
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or related discipline/equivalent experience.
  • CPA and/or master’s degree in Accounting or Taxation preferred.
  • 12-15 years of experience in public accounting or in a large corporate environment.
  • Strong technical background in review and preparation of partnerships.
  • Working knowledge of special allocations and capital accounts under Section 704.
  • Strong technical knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and GAAP audits.
  • Proven ability to work independently to identify tax issues and propose solutions.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving skills and presentation skills including advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams).
  • Detail-oriented and ability to manage multiple work streams and adjust priorities as needed in a deadline-driven environment.
Responsibilities
  • Calculate and maintain partnership adjustments, including waterfall calculations and partner tax basis tracking.
  • Lead tax due diligence as needed, including evaluation of tax purchase price allocations, and recording of tax accounting journal entries.
  • Coordinate preparation of federal, state, and local tax returns and supporting schedules.
  • Prepare and/or review tax workpapers to support tax filings (book/tax adjustments and reconciliations, state apportionment compilation, etc.).
  • Review, analyze, and recommend automation for calculating partnership tax adjustments and tracking differences in book and tax basis.
  • Calculate quarterly partner distributions, as needed.
  • Coordinate with other members of the Finance Group on quarterly tax provisions, including related reporting disclosures and management reports; review of quarterly forecasted income tax projections and effective tax rates; maintenance of tax basis balance sheets and deferred tax inventory supporting schedules.
  • Lead tax planning initiatives, research and document technical tax issues, e.g., draft technical tax memorandums on proposed transactions.
  • Monitor developments in applicable areas of tax law to determine the impact on the Company’s tax return position.
  • Oversee indirect tax processes and consult on related matters.
  • Manage and facilitate tax audits of Company entities and respond to tax notices.
  • Develop and maintain a strong internal control environment within the Tax/Finance Group.
  • Prepare income tax footnotes to be included in the Company’s annual financial statements.
  • Lead transfer pricing discussions and documentation as needed.
Desired Qualifications
  • CPA and/or master’s degree in Accounting or Taxation preferred.
  • Prior experience with M&A and related tax due diligence, a plus.
  • Knowledge of foreign branch taxation, a plus.
  • Prior experience with indirect tax, a plus.
  • Knowledge of Oracle NetSuite, a plus.

Zinnia focuses on improving the life and annuity insurance market by providing a platform that simplifies the creation, management, and servicing of insurance products. The platform uses technology and data analytics to help insurance companies launch products quickly and manage them efficiently. This results in a better buying experience for consumers and improved operations for insurers and financial advisors. Zinnia's platform is user-friendly, allowing consumers to easily understand and purchase life and annuity products. The company aims to enhance the relationship between customers and insurers, ensuring better protection and wellbeing for consumers. Unlike its competitors, Zinnia emphasizes real-time data sharing and actionable insights, which help all parties make informed decisions.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$1.7M

Headquarters

Topeka, Kansas

Founded

2005

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What believers are saying

  • Zinnia secured $300 million in funding from Vista Credit Partners.
  • The acquisition of Ebix's assets expands Zinnia's market share and service offerings.
  • Growing demand for personalized insurance solutions benefits Zinnia's tailored product approach.

What critics are saying

  • Integration challenges with Ebix's assets could disrupt operations if not managed well.
  • Ebix's bankruptcy proceedings may affect the terms of the asset acquisition.
  • Rapid expansion and onboarding of 770 new team members could strain resources.

What makes Zinnia unique

  • Zinnia offers a comprehensive platform for life and annuity insurance products.
  • The company leverages advanced technology and data analytics for efficient product management.
  • Zinnia's recent acquisition of Ebix's assets enhances its CRM and agency management tools.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Parental Leave

Profit Sharing

401(k) Company Match

Incentive Bonus Opportunity

Tuition Reimbursement

Company News

StartUpRise
Oct 15th, 2024
[Funding News] Zinnia Secures $300 Mn Strategic Funding from Vista Credit Partners

[Funding news] Zinnia secures $300 mn strategic funding from Vista Credit Partners.

Business Wire
Apr 1st, 2024
Zinnia Closes Acquisition Of Ebix’S North American Life And Annuity Assets

GREENWICH, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Zinnia Corporate Holdings (“Zinnia” or “the Company”), an Eldridge Industries business and leading life and annuity insurance technology services company, and Ebix, Inc. (“Ebix”), a supplier of software solutions, today announced that Zinnia’s acquisition of Ebix’s North American Life and Annuity Assets (the “LA Assets”) has closed. The deal further positions Zinnia as a partner of choice in the life and annuity industry and expands its offerings with insurance focused CRM agency management, market-leading research, quoting, illustration, order entry tools, and a comprehensive underwriting platform, which will simplify experiences for advisors and their clients. Zinnia will be welcoming over 770 new team members across 6 locations in India and the United States. The LA assets, including SmartOffice, Vital Sales Suite, Winflex, AnnuityNet, LifeSpeed, TPP (The Policy Processor), as well as products and services provided by the consulting organization will become a newly formed business line within Zinnia called Life and Annuity Exchange Solutions

Coverage
Feb 19th, 2024
Zinnia To Acquire Ebix’S Life And Annuity Software Assets

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Business Wire
Feb 16th, 2024
Zinnia To Acquire Ebix Inc.’S Life And Annuity Software Assets, Continuing Its Mission To Deliver Solutions That Simplify Insurance And Power Industry Growth

GREENWICH, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Zinnia Corporate Holdings (“Zinnia” or “the Company”), an Eldridge business and leading life and annuity insurance technology services company, today announced it will acquire the Life and Annuity Assets (the “L&A Assets”) of Ebix, Inc. (“Ebix”), a supplier of software solutions. The L&A assets will further position Zinnia as a partner of choice in the life and annuity industry, expanding its offerings with insurance focused CRM & agency management, market-leading research, quoting, illustration, and order entry tools, and a comprehensive underwriting platform, which will simplify experiences for advisors and their clients.“The acquisition of the Ebix Life and Annuity Assets is transformative for Zinnia,” said Michele Trogni, Zinnia Chief Executive Officer. “The complementary nature of our solutions will enable us to better serve carriers, distributors, and consumers, expanding our reach as we build the modern rails of the insurance industry. We are thrilled to welcome the Ebix L&A employees to Zinnia and look forward to what we can achieve together for our clients.”In a rapidly expanding life and annuity sector, this acquisition allows Zinnia to power growth and simplify insurance from product development through distribution and claims. Upon closing, Zinnia will expand its offerings with the addition of SmartOffice, Vital Sales Suite, Winflex, AnnuityNet, LifeSpeed, TPP (The Policy Processor), as well as products and services provided by the consulting organization.Ash Sawhney, President of Ebix Insurance Solutions North America, will join Zinnia heading up the newly formed Life and Annuity Exchange Solutions business, reporting to Trogni

II Reporter
Feb 16th, 2024
Zinnia to Acquire Ebix Inc.'s Life and Annuity Software Assets

Ash Sawhney, President of Ebix Insurance Solutions North America, will join Zinnia, leading its the newly formed Life and Annuity Exchange Solutions business, and reporting to Trogni, according to the Zinnia statement.