Tax Manager

About Argo Group

Argo Group is an underwriter of specialty insurance products in the property and casualty market. Argo offers a full line of products and services designed to meet the unique coverage and claims-handling needs of businesses. The Argo entities are wholly-owned subsidiaries of Clearbrook Group Holdings Inc.

Job Description

The Tax Manager will lead and support tax compliance, reporting, and planning activities. This role will operate within the broader corporate tax function, with responsibility for premium tax compliance as well as exposure to multi-state indirect taxes and statutory reporting.

This position is ideal for a tax professional with strong multi-state tax experience who is interested in expanding into insurance-specific premium tax, or an experienced premium tax professional seeking broader tax leadership exposure.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Supervisor 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 as needed
• Collaborate cross-functionally across Finance, Claims, Operations and IT.

The Ideal Candidate

• A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Experience or combination of education and experience in lieu of education requirement.
• Candidates may come from one of the following backgrounds; 1) Premium Tax/Insurance Tax, preferred but not required, 2) Indirect Tax (sales/use, gross receipts, state & local tax), 3) Corporate Tax with strong multi-state exposure, or 4) Public accounting (Big 4 or mid-tier) with tax specialization.
• 5 - 10 years of relevant accounting or tax experience.
• 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 (e.g., Oracle, Premium Pro).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to operate in a matrixed, evolving environment.
• Effective communicator with ability to translate technical concepts.
• Process improvement mindset.
• Ability to balance compliance rigor with business practicality.

Visa Sponsorship

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.

Location Specifics

• New York City - $121.5k - $144.6k
• Chicago - $111.4k - $132.5k
• Richmond and 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.