Tax Accountant - Hybrid

Cigna - Bloomfield, CT

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Bloomfield, CT

Insurance Carriers and Related Activities

About the position

The Tax Accountant role at Cigna involves supporting Statutory Accounting operations within the Tax Department, which is recognized for its technical innovation. The position encourages the development of job-specific technical competencies and the expansion of skills across various areas of insurance taxation.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for tax statutory accounting including interim and yearend calculations, tie out of annual statements/audited financial statements, and corresponding tax footnote preparation.
• Assist with responses to audit requests from PWC and insurance departments.
• Develop strong working relationships with team members and internal accounting contacts.
• Act as a resource on special projects including support and participation in tax planning initiatives.
• Utilize independent judgment and discretion while working on tax research and special projects.
• Demonstrate ownership of cyclical responsibilities, and the ability to manage various tasks simultaneously during peak periods.
• Actively contribute to building a high performance culture and a positive work environment.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree with a concentration in Accounting
• 2-5 years of Public Accounting or Corporate Tax experience, with a focus on income tax
• Demonstrated competencies in corporate income tax and teamwork
• Knowledge of Accounting, ASC 740 (formerly FAS 109) or Insurance Statutory Accounting
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications, particularly intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Exposure to a variety of software applications

Nice-to-haves

• Masters in Taxation
• CPA
• Experience in a Public Accounting firm or Big 4

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements (hybrid work model)
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion
• Opportunities for professional development and growth