Tax Manager

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

1. BS Accounting/Finance or Tax
2. At least 8 years national accounting firm experience with emphasis on the insurance industry
3. CPA, JD, Enrolled Agent or MBA or combination thereof in preferred
4. Highest analytical skills
5. Ability to organize and manage complex projects and problems
6. Ability to interact effectively with all internal and external tax constituencies.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Lower all tax liabilities to their legal minimum by application of superior knowledge acquired through successful interpretation of new and existing tax laws, legislation and court cases, rulings and pronouncements, industry tax seminars, meetings, continuing education and networking
2. Create accessibility to the Tax Department's mission of minimizing the corporate tax expenses by being proactive in initiating assistance to all areas of the company through consultations, education and issue resolution
3. Minimize disruption of corporate operation while external tax audits are being performed
4. Maximize cost efficiencies of department operation through creative applications of new technologies
5. Facilitate accurate and timely information regarding tax liabilities for financial reporting
6. Develop staff through training and support.
7. Participation in cross functional and departmental team projects.

Kansas City Life Insurance Company is committed to equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information.

Regular and reliable attendance and punctuality is an essential function of this position.