Job Description

Job Description

About Acrisure

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A global fintech leader, Acrisure empowers millions of ambitious businesses and individuals with the right solutions to grow boldly forward. Bringing cutting-edge technology and top-tier human support together, we connect clients with customized solutions across a range of insurance, reinsurance, payroll, benefits, cybersecurity, mortgage services – and more.

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In the last twelve years, Acrisure has grown in revenue from $38 million to almost $5 billion and employs over 19,000 colleagues in more than 20 countries. Acrisure was built on entrepreneurial spirit. Prioritizing leadership, accountability, and collaboration, we equip our teams to work at the highest levels possible.

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Job Summary:

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Acrisure is seeking a US Indirect Tax Manager to join our growing team in Chicago. The role will be pivotal in the corporate tax function, primarily engaging in the Company’s domestic indirect tax compliance and process development. You will also be working with the Vice President – Tax to develop tax strategy, create governance, and execute process improvements in the indirect tax function.

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Responsibilities:

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• Develop and execute US indirect tax strategies to minimize sales and use tax exposure while maximizing refund and overpayment recovery opportunities.
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• Lead multistate sales and use tax refund studies, identify tax recovery opportunities, and manage refund claim filings through resolution.
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• Manage all indirect state tax compliance, including preparing and reviewing supporting tax calculations and gathering relevant data for sales and use tax, property tax, gross receipts and excise tax
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• Advise business leaders on the indirect tax impacts of new products, services acquisitions and operational initiatives.
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• Lead the indirect tax workstream for ERP implementations, upgrades, system integrations and business transformation initiatives.
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• Drive automation initiatives that improve tax compliance, reduce manual processes, and enhance tax data quality across source systems.
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• Maintain and improve tax calendar and ensure timely completion of US state indirect tax filings
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• Develop and implement indirect tax best practice processes and meet internal control requirements, including exemption certificate process and applicable registrations
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• Provide advice, direction and support to resolve indirect tax and property tax issues
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• Responsible for monitoring legislative and regulatory tax law developments and analyze/interpret changes to tax laws and its impact to the applicable tax returns and Company
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• Create payment procedures and account reconciliations for various US indirect taxes and accounts
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• Identify, develop, and implement US indirect state tax planning opportunities
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• Proactively identify and implement process improvements that promote efficiency and accuracy
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• Support research and resolution of various state indirect tax audits and notices
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• Communicate and develop relationship with business and finance personnel as well as outside consultants and financial statement auditors
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• Lead and mentor tax team member(s), including providing guidance and support to ensure ongoing development
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Requirements

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Required Qualifications

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• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
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• Professional, organized, and strong communicator.
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• Self-motivated and driven.
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• Maintain a sense of urgency and ability to work with and meet deadlines.
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• Demonstrates excellent time management and prioritization skills.
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• Attention to detail and commitment to a high level of accuracy.
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• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize, work independently, and use discretion surrounding sensitive information.
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• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and positive attitude.
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• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
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• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to communicate complex tax matters to non-tax professionals.
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• Self-starter with a collaborative mindset and a passion for continuous improvement.
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• Must have a strong commitment to excellence, be a team player, and enjoy working in a fast-paced, growing environment.
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• Ability to challenge the status quo and build processes and implement improvements
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Education and Experience:

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Required Qualifications

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• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
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• 6+ years of progressive U.S. tax compliance experience, ideally from a mix of Big 4/public accounting and in-house corporate tax roles.
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• Strong technical knowledge of U.S. sales and use tax, property tax, and gross receipt tax.
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• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, ASC 740, Accounting for Income Taxes.
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• Experience with Avalara software preferred
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• People leadership experience preferred
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• CPA preferred
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• MBA, MST or JD preferred
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Pay Details:

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The base compensation range for this position is $140,000 - $190,000. This range reflects Acrisure's good faith estimate at the time of this posting. Placement within the range will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, location, and internal equity.

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Candidates should be comfortable with an on-site presence to support collaboration, team leadership, and cross-functional partnership.

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Why Join Us:

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At Acrisure, we’re building more than a business, we’re building a community where people can grow, thrive, and make an impact. Our benefits are designed to support every dimension of your life, from your health and finances to your family and future.

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Making a lasting impact on the communities it serves, Acrisure has pledged more than $22 million through its partnerships with Corewell Health Helen DeVos Children's Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan, UPMC Children's Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Blythedale Children's Hospital in Valhalla, New York.

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Employee Benefits

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We also offer our employees a comprehensive suite of benefits and perks, including:

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• Physical Wellness: Comprehensive medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; fertility benefits; wellness resources; and paid sick time.
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• Mental Wellness: Generous paid time off and holidays; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); and a complimentary Calm app subscription.
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• Financial Wellness: Immediate vesting in a 401(k) plan; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; commuter benefits; and employee discount programs.
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• Family Care: Paid maternity leave and paid paternity leave (including for adoptive parents); legal plan options; and pet insurance coverage.
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• … and so much more!
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This list is not exhaustive of all available benefits. Eligibility and waiting periods may apply to certain offerings. Benefits may vary based on subsidiary entity and geographic location.

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Acrisure is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation by contacting leaves@acrisure.com .

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Final candidates will be required to complete post-offer verification processes related to the role and in accordance with applicable laws.

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California Residents: Learn more about our privacy practices for applicants by visiting the Acrisure California Applicant Privacy Policy.

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Recruitment Fraud: Please visit here to learn more about our Recruitment Fraud Notice.

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Welcome, your new opportunity awaits you.

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Benefits found in job post

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Medical insurance, Vision insurance, Dental insurance, Disability insurance, 401(k), Commuter benefits, Paid maternity leave, Paid paternity leave

Job Tags

Work at office, Immediate start, Flexible hours

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