Senior Tax Analyst: Compliance & Planning

Highmark Health; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 79,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Health seeks an experienced tax professional to manage all facets of tax compliance, planning, and accounting for the company and its subsidiaries. The role requires staying current on tax law changes, identifying issues and opportunities, and ensuring timely filings and disclosures.

Experience in ASC 740, tax provisioning, and collaboration with management and auditors is essential. CPA or law background is preferred, with 5-10 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• 5-10 years of relevant, progressive experience in tax.
• Tax accounting (ASC 740), tax compliance and planning experience.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Licensed Attorney preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for government mandated tax filings for Highmark Health and subsidiaries.
• Prepare and file tax returns timely in line with deadlines.
• Maintain work papers supporting tax filings and related elections.
• Conduct tax research/planning and communicate implications to stakeholders.
• Prepare tax provisions (GAAP & SAP) and related financial statement disclosures.
• Forecast taxes and support monthly/quarterly/year-end tax processes.
• Manage federal and state/local examinations and respond to authorities.
• Provide guidance to Tax Staff and collaborate with Tax Management.

Skills

Strong written communication

Strong relationship building

Client focus

Self-starter

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master's degree in Business Administration or Taxation

Job description

Highmark Health seeks an experienced tax professional to manage all facets of tax compliance, planning, and accounting for the company and its subsidiaries. The role requires staying current on tax law changes, identifying issues and opportunities, and ensuring timely filings and disclosures.

Experience in ASC 740, tax provisioning, and collaboration with management and auditors is essential. CPA or law background is preferred, with 5-10 years of relevant experience.