Domestic Tax Manager

The Domestic Tax Manager at MassMutual plays an instrumental role in managing federal and state tax compliance, preparing income tax provisions, and supporting audits. You'll engage with M&A transactions and play a crucial part in modeling tax impacts while collaborating with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure all tax obligations are met accurately and timely.

To be considered for the Domestic Tax Manager role at MassMutual, you should have at least 5 years of tax accounting experience, a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance, and a strong understanding of GAAP standards. Ideally, candidates with a CPA or MST will stand out, as well as those who have experience in insurance tax accounting.

Success as a Domestic Tax Manager at MassMutual requires strong corporate tax technical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to navigate complex tax regulations. Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships within the Tax department and across the Company are crucial as well as superb organizational skills to manage multiple responsibilities efficiently.

The Domestic Tax Manager will find a supportive team environment at MassMutual, where continuous learning is prioritized. You'll have regular check-ins with the Corporate Tax department and focused meetings with your manager. Opportunities to collaborate, share insights, and develop relationships with diverse employee resource groups make this team a vibrant place to grow.

As a Domestic Tax Manager at MassMutual, you’ll have numerous opportunities for career progression, thanks to our emphasis on mentorship and professional development. With the right performance and professional growth, you could advance to senior roles within the tax division or even transition into other areas of the organization.

Your answer should include specific examples from your past roles where you have prepared income tax provisions following GAAP guidelines. Highlight your familiarity with statutory accounting principles and any audits you may have participated in, as these are critical for the Domestic Tax Manager role.

You should emphasize the importance of ongoing education in this field. Discuss your methods for staying informed, such as attending seminars, subscribing to tax journals, or being an active member of professional organizations related to tax accounting.

Share specific instances where you prepared for or participated in IRS or statutory audits. Discuss the steps you took to ensure compliance and how you managed the relationship with auditors to facilitate a smooth process.

Provide a compelling example where you analyzed financial data to spot tax-saving opportunities, illustrating your proactive approach to mitigating tax risks. Explain the impact of your recommendation on the organization.

Explain your approach to prioritization, perhaps mentioning tools or methodologies you use, such as task lists or project management software. Highlight your ability to meet deadlines while ensuring accuracy in your work.

Discuss your interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively. Share specific techniques you use to cultivate trust and rapport with internal teams and clients, particularly when navigating tax compliance and advice.

You should discuss the importance of thorough analysis and communication in resolving disputes. Highlight your problem-solving skills and any specific techniques you employ to ensure accurate reporting.

Mention any tax compliance or financial software you have experience with, such as specific tools used in your previous roles. Emphasize how quick you are to learn new platforms if required.

Illustrate your time management skills by discussing how you’ve successfully met critical deadlines in past positions while maintaining accuracy and quality in your work.

Discuss your enthusiasm for MassMutual's values, commitment to ethics, and the opportunity to contribute to a well-respected team. Tie your personal career goals with the mission and culture at MassMutual to show alignment.