Job Description
Summary
The Compliance Specialist is responsible for ensuring surplus lines taxes are filed in compliance with state requirements by processing, handling, reporting, and requesting payment for transactions for the organization.
Why Choose Us?
Competitive Compensation: Base salary commensurate with experience.
Paid Time Off: 17 PTO days annually, 9 company holidays, and 2 floating holidays.
Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a casual dress code and a flexible work environment.
Career Development: Access to professional growth opportunities and tuition assistance.
Retirement Savings: Company 401(k) match to support your financial future.
Duties and Responsibilities
· Processing surplus lines transactions for production teams, based on the states they have been assigned, within the deadlines set by those state entities; including affidavit processing, providing copies of policies to the state (if required), recording transactions, etc.;
· Complete and file accurate tax reports on a monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual basis meeting timeliness and payment requirements for each state;
· Run reports and verify data to ensure accuracy of information;
· Update databases as appropriate and maintain appropriate documentation to support tax filings, as well as track of the status of the tax filing on each transaction;
· Research, monitor and implement changes required to ensure compliance with each state’s surplus lines requirements;
· Assist with the development and implementation of changes on surplus lines procedures for the office to ensure regulatory compliance;
· Assisting with surplus lines audits – verifying transactions, documents and filings;
· Work closely with Corporate Compliance and Accounting as well as other departments, divisions, and personnel as needed on surplus lines transaction processing and reporting to ensure data and reporting integrity; and
· Other related projects as assigned
Qualifications
Education: Associate’s degree in accounting or related field
Qualifications: One year of data entry experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Skills:
Strong mathematical skills
Proficiency with computers, including familiarity with MS office products, especially Excel
Must understand and interpret complex tax laws
Ability to meet strict deadlines
Ability to organize manage multiple priorities with appropriate prioritization
If you are a detail-oriented accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply. Please send your cover letter and resume to our Human Resources department.
Equal Opportunity Employer – We encourage qualified veterans and minorities to apply.