Income Tax Senior

BrightSpring Health Services Corporation; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

BrightSpring Health Services is seeking a Senior Income Tax Accountant to support the Corporate Tax Manager with federal, state, and local tax filings across all entities. The role includes preparing the income tax provision, coordinating with the legal department on annual reporting, and assisting with M&A tax matters in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will work independently, meet deadlines, and partner with Accounting and Finance to ensure accurate tax reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or taxation is required.
• CPA or CPA candidate status preferred.
• 3–4 years in tax compliance and reporting roles.
• Experience with ASC 740/income tax provisions and related reporting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate federal, state, local, and international tax filings with external providers, including estimated payments and extensions.
• Assist with preparation and review of income tax provisions under ASC 740, including data collection and documentation.
• Gather and maintain schedules supporting book‑to‑tax adjustments (M‑1s) for tax return preparation.
• Respond to tax authority inquiries and assist with audits and examinations.
• Monitor changes in U.S. tax laws and assess potential impacts to the organization.
• Collaborate with Accounting and Finance to ensure accurate tax reporting and alignment with financial records.
• Identify opportunities to improve, streamline, and automate tax processes and controls.
• Assist with special projects and tax planning related to acquisitions and other initiatives.

Skills

Tax compliance

ASC 740

Tax provision

Communication

Deadline management

Excel

Education

Bachelor's in accounting

CPA or CPA candidate

Tools

OneSource Tax Provision

Job description

Overview

We are searching for a Senior Income Tax Accountant to support the Corporate Tax Manager with the company’s tax compliance and reporting activities across all entities. This role will be responsible for the day-to-day preparation of tax related filings and reports, including federal, state, and local income tax returns. Key responsibilities also include supporting the preparation of the income tax provision, coordinating with the legal department on annual reporting requirements, and assisting with tax matters related to mergers and acquisitions. The ideal candidate is a well‑rounded tax professional who works independently, proactively identifies issues, and effectively manages deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

Our Company

BrightSpring Health Services

Overview

We are searching for a Senior Income Tax Accountant to support the Corporate Tax Manager with the company’s tax compliance and reporting activities across all entities. This role will be responsible for the day-to-day preparation of tax related filings and reports, including federal, state, and local income tax returns. Key responsibilities also include supporting the preparation of the income tax provision, coordinating with the legal department on annual reporting requirements, and assisting with tax matters related to mergers and acquisitions. The ideal candidate is a well‑rounded tax professional who works independently, proactively identifies issues, and effectively manages deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manages and coordinate the income tax compliance process in partnership with external tax service providers, including federal, state, local, and international filings, estimated payments, and extensions for the Company and its subsidiaries.
• Supports the Corporate Tax Manager with preparation and review of income tax provisions under ASC 740, including data collection, analysis, and documentation.
• Gathers, prepares, and maintains schedules supporting book ‑ to ‑ tax adjustments (M ‑ 1s) and other information required for income tax return preparation.
• Serves as a key point of contact for responding to tax authority inquiries and assisting with income tax audits and examinations.
• Monitors changes in U.S. tax laws and compliance requirements and assess potential impacts to the organization.
• Collaborates with Accounting and Finance teams to ensure accurate tax reporting and alignment with financial records.
• Identifies and implements opportunities to improve, streamline, and automate tax processes and controls.
• Assists with special projects and ad hoc initiatives related to tax planning, compliance, and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or taxation required
• CPA/CPA Candidate
• Minimum 3-4 years in tax compliance and reporting roles
• Experience with ASC 740/income tax provisions
• Prior public accounting experience
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and levels of the organization
• Ability to explain complex state and local tax concepts clearly to both financial and non‑financial stakeholders
• Strong tax research skills with the ability to communicate findings clearly, concisely, and professionally
• Working knowledge of tax accounting principles, including preparation of journal entries
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Solid understanding of consolidated corporate tax rules
• Experience identifying and reporting book‑to‑tax differences
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and tax provision software (OneSource Tax Provision preferred)
• Results‑driven professional with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
• High attention to detail and strong written and verbal communication skills
• Self‑motivated and able to thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment

About Our Line Of Business

BrightSpring Health Services provides complementary home- and community-based health solutions for medically complex populations in need of specialized and/or chronic care. Through the Company’s service lines, including pharmacy, home health care, and rehabilitation, we provide comprehensive and more integrated care and clinical solutions in all 50 states to approximately 500,000 customers, clients and patients daily. BrightSpring has consistently demonstrated strong and industry-leading quality metrics across its services lines, while improving the health and quality of life for high-need individuals and reducing overall healthcare system costs. For more information, please visit www.brightspringhealth.com . Follow us on Facebook , LinkedIn , and X .