Adaptive Solutions Group is partnering with a well-established organization in KC to identify a Tax Manager or Senior Tax Manager to join a collaborative corporate tax team. This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in tax provision, compliance, and financial reporting while working alongside experienced tax leaders in a supportive environment. The team is also planning for future leadership succession, making this an excellent long-term career opportunity for someone looking to grow within an organization.
Compensation: $116k- $175k (based on experience)
Schedule & Work-Life Balance
- Hybrid schedule: 3 days onsite / 2 days remote.
- Culture that values work-life balance. Talk about flexibility!
- Even during peak periods, overtime is generally moderate compared to public accounting.
Primary Responsibilities
- Prepare and assist with quarterly and annual income tax provisions
- Support GAAP tax accounting and financial reporting
- Prepare and review corporate income tax and insurance-related tax returns
- Conduct tax research and analyze the impact of new tax laws and regulations
- Assist with year-end reporting and external tax audits
- Partner with finance and other departments on tax-related matters
- Identify opportunities to improve tax processes and operational efficiencies
- Participate in cross-functional projects and strategic initiatives
- Support the department's long-term succession planning and knowledge transfer
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or related field
- Approximately 7+ years of corporate tax or public accounting experience
- CPA, JD, Enrolled Agent, MBA, or similar professional credential preferred
- Strong knowledge of corporate income tax and tax accounting principles
- Experience with tax provision preparation and financial reporting
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and communicate effectively across all levels of an organization
Preferred Experience
Experience with any of the following is a plus:
- Insurance industry taxation
- GAAP tax accounting
- Statutory Accounting Principles (STAT)
- Corporate tax compliance
- Tax research
This position offers strong long-term advancement potential within a growing tax department. The organization is committed to professional development through mentorship, continuing education, and technical training. Candidates will have the opportunity to broaden their expertise in insurance taxation while positioning themselves for future leadership opportunities.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Stable, highly respected organization
- Collaborative and supportive leadership team
- Excellent work‑life balance compared to public accounting
- High visibility across finance and executive leadership
- Strong mentorship and professional development
- Clear path for career advancement as the department continues its succession planning