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Vice President, Tax (Hybrid)

2 days ago Newark, NJ

Job Classification:
Finance & Accounting - Finance & Accounting

At Prudential, we believe talent is key to achieving our vision. When you join Prudential, you'll unlock a motivating and impactful career - all while growing your skills and advancing your profession at one of the world's leading financial services institutions!

This is a senior level management position in the Prudential's Corporate Tax Department which requires a leader of people and a team player that is highly organized, responsive, and dynamic.

We are seeking a VP of Tax with exceptional accounting skills and a deep understanding of financial statements and numerical analysis. The ideal candidate must demonstrate a hands-on approach to reconciliations, financial analysis, and problem-solving. Attention to detail and the ability to dig into complex accounting issues are essential. You should be comfortable working with large data sets, identifying discrepancies, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of all financial records. Candidates must have the proven ability to manage multiple projects while producing accurate and timely results. This position will report to the company's Chief Tax Accountant with succession potential.

The current employee work arrangement for this position is Hybrid and requires your on-site presence on a reoccurring basis as determined by your business. Your manager will provide additional details relative to the specific number of days you are expected to be on-site.

What you can expect:

  • Tax compliance, forecasting and financial reporting of a segment of Prudential's non-insurance business units
  • Compilation and Consolidation of the Prudential US tax return
  • Coordination of cash flow forecast and administration of Tax Sharing Agreement
  • Pillar 2 tax reporting and Country-by-Country reporting for the global enterprise
  • Complex modeling including IRS tax audit calculations, consolidated tax liability, M&A, and corporate restructurings
  • Partnering on tax planning and implementation, including transfer pricing, foreign tax credit and GILTI/NCTI, and Pillar 2 requirements
  • Developing and maintaining relationships with the internal business unit partners to make sure that Tax is appropriately integrated in the business
  • Supporting legislative and regulatory activities
  • Coordination of co-sourced compliance and financial reporting with outside Big 4 preparer
  • Developing and making presentations to senior Tax and business personnel
  • Tax risk management
  • Management of staff of tax professionals

What you'll need:

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or other related business disciplines required
  • Very strong in technical tax accounting knowledge
  • CPA, MBA and/or Master's degree in tax or accounting a plus
  • Relevant Corporate Tax experience (12+ years) with demonstrated progression of increasing scope of responsibilities gained in Big 4 public accounting firms and/or multinational corporations;
  • Financial analysis and reconciliation skills
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Excellent organizational/analytical skills required
  • Proven leadership track record in managing and developing staff
  • Organized and flexible - ability to manage multiple projects/assignments, while meeting deadlines
  • The ability to thrive in an environment where collaboration and teamwork is a priority, and the ability to interact well with senior business executives
  • Flexibility and a willingness to adapt to changing needs of the organization and/or business clients.
  • Assertive, creative and proactive

Prudential welcomes all applicants, even if you don't meet every requirement. If your skills align with the role, we encourage you to apply.

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We're a global organization, full of outstandingly dedicated people who aren't afraid to think differently, challenge the status quo and take sensible risks along the way. You will enjoy pushing boundaries as we build innovative technology that helps clients, customers and employees live their best lives. You will have access to leadership and learning opportunities and the resources needed to take your career in any direction. We will help you do your best work, offering flexibility, while delivering on our Purpose.

What we offer you:

Prudential is required by state specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations. The salary range for this role is from $205,600.00 to $308,300.00. Specific pricing for the role may vary within the above range based on many factors including geographic location, candidate experience, and skills.
  • Market competitive base salaries, with a yearly bonus potential at every level.
  • Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and leave of absences, such as parental and military leave.
  • 401(k) plan with company match (up to 4%).
  • Company-funded pension plan.
  • Wellness Programsincluding up to $1,600 a year for reimbursement of items purchased to support personal wellbeing needs.
  • Work/Life Resources to help support topics such as parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional and mental health, and career development.
  • Education Benefit to help finance traditional college enrollment toward obtaining an approved degree and many accredited certificate programs.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Shares can be purchased at 85% of the lower of two prices (Beginning or End of the purchase period), after one year of service.

Eligibility to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. To find out more about our Total Rewards package, visit Work Life Balance | Prudential Careers. Some of the above benefits may not apply to part-time employees scheduled to work less than 20 hours per week.

Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom.

Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, age, veteran status, domestic partner status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please email accommodations.hw@prudential.com.

If you are experiencing a technical issue with your application or an assessment, please email careers.technicalsupport@prudential.com to request assistance.

Client-provided location(s): Newark, NJ
Job ID: Prudential-R-124277
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-05-19T19:01:34

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Insurance
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Office Life and Perks

      • Vacation and Time Off

        • Paid Holidays
        • Personal/Sick Days
      • Financial and Retirement

        • 401(K)
        • 401(K) With Company Matching
        • Pension
        • Stock Purchase Program
      • Professional Development

        • Diversity and Inclusion