Manager, Tax

About the Role

Company Shared Services Argo and Farm Family are specialty property and casualty insurance brands whose underwriting companies are wholly-owned subsidiaries of Clearbrook Holdings Inc. They partner with agents and brokers to provide insurance solutions that enable businesses to manage risks with confidence. The Tax Manager will lead and support tax compliance, reporting, and planning activities within the corporate tax function, focusing on premium tax compliance and multi‑state indirect taxes.

• Lead the preparation and review of tax filings, state assessments, and related compliance requirements.
• Coordinate quarterly and annual tax reporting, including GAAP and statutory considerations.
• Partner with accounting and finance teams to ensure accuracy and completeness of tax-related financial data.
• Conduct tax research and support tax planning initiatives to optimize tax positions and minimize risk.
• Support SOX controls and audit processes, including internal and external audit requests.
• Serve as a key point of contact for tax authorities, auditors, and external advisors.
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities across tax workflows.
• Contribute to systems enhancements and integrations impacting tax reporting.
• Supervise and/or mentor team members, with opportunity to expand leadership scope over time.
• Complete ad‑hoc analysis as requested by senior management.
• Perform accruals analysis and provide necessary true‑up analysis.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally across Finance, Claims, Operations and IT.

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field from an accredited college or university (or equivalent experience).
• 5 – 10 years of relevant accounting or tax experience, including 2–3 years of management experience.
• Prior leadership, project ownership, or information team leadership preferred.
• Insurance industry experience is preferred but not required.
• Strong understanding of multi‑state tax compliance frameworks.
• Familiarity with GAAP tax reporting and/or statutory accounting concepts.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex tax regulations across jurisdictions.
• Experience with tax or financial systems such as Oracle or Premium Pro.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to operate in a matrixed, evolving environment.
• Effective communicator with the ability to translate technical concepts.
• Process‑improvement mindset.
• Ability to balance compliance rigor with business practicality.

• Preferred backgrounds include:
• Premium Tax/Insurance Tax (preferred but not required)
• Indirect Tax (sales/use, gross receipts, state & local tax)
• Corporate Tax with strong multi‑state exposure
• Public accounting (Big4 or mid‑tier) with tax specialization

Salary Range:
New York City $121.5k –$144.6k;
Chicago $111.4k –$132.5k;
Richmond&Omaha $101.2k –$120.5k.

Benefits and Compensation:
We offer a competitive compensation package, performance‑based incentives, and a comprehensive benefits program—including health, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off and professional development opportunities.

PLEASE NOTE:

At this time, Argo Group will not sponsor an applicant for employment authorization for this position. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. At this time, we are not able to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas.

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