Tax Manager - State and Local Tax

Our vision for the future is based on the idea that transforming financial lives starts by giving our people the freedom to transform their own. We have a flexible work environment, and fluid career paths. We not only encourage but celebrate internal mobility. We also recognize the importance of purpose, well-being, and work-life balance. Within Empower and our communities, we work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, and our associates dedicate thousands of hours to volunteering for causes that matter most to them.

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As a SALT Taxation Manager within the Tax Department, you will be responsible for providing tax consulting and compliance for federal and state and local tax matters, tax planning, accounting for income taxes, audit defense, and documentation of significant tax positions.  The role reports directly to the Senior Director - Taxation.

What you will do:

• Manage state tax examinations and notice responses, including tracking, research, drafting responses and communication with state tax authorities
• Assist with complex state compliance and consulting projects requiring analysis of federal and state law for a variety of entities
• Research and analyze a wide range of tax issues and tax consequences including apportionment methodology, unitary filings, and nexus considerations
• Monitor federal and state tax law developments (legislative changes, administrative pronouncements, rulings, etc.), including modelling and communicating the impacts to the business
• Document significant tax positions, potential tax risks (including available mitigation options), and uncertain tax positions
• Communicate and coordinate with other departments across the businesses and service providers
• Special projects and other duties as assigned

What you will bring:

• Bachelor of Science (or equivalent) in Accounting and/or Masters in Taxation
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification, preferred
• Five years of experience in tax return compliance and/or tax controversy

What will set you apart:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Execution orientated; results driven cross-functional approach
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• SAP and/or Corptax experience, preferred
• Financial services and/or insurance tax and statutory accounting experience, preferred

Location:

This is a hybrid role based in Greenwood Village, CO.

***Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time, including CPT/OPT.***

What we offer you

We offer an array of diverse and inclusive benefits regardless of where you are in your career. We believe that providing our employees with the means to lead healthy balanced lives results in the best possible work performance.

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement savings – 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%), financial advisory services, potential company discretionary contribution, and a broad investment lineup
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
• Business-casual environment that includes the option to wear jeans
• Generous paid time off upon hire – including a paid time off program plus ten paid company holidays and three floating holidays each calendar year
• Paid volunteer time — 16 hours per calendar year
• Leave of absence programs – including paid parental leave, paid short- and long-term disability, and Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)
• Business Resource Groups (BRGs) –  BRGs facilitate inclusion and collaboration across our business internally and throughout the communities where we live, work and play. BRGs are open to all.

Base Salary Range

The salary range above shows the typical minimum to maximum base salary range for this position in the location listed. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation offered may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.

Equal opportunity employer •  Drug-free workplace

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity.  All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age (40 and over), race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. 

***For remote and hybrid positions you will be required to provide reliable high-speed internet with a wired connection as well as a place in your home to work with limited disruption. You must have reliable connectivity from an internet service provider that is fiber, cable or DSL internet. Other necessary computer equipment, will be provided. You may be required to work in the office if you do not have an adequate home work environment and the required internet connection.***

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