Senior Tax Strategist – Compliance & Planning

Highmark Health; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 79,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Health seeks a seasoned tax professional to manage tax compliance, planning, and accounting for the company and its subsidiaries. The role involves staying current with tax law changes, performing research, and identifying issues and opportunities for optimization.

The position requires extensive experience in tax provisioning (GAAP & SAP), forecasts, and collaboration with Tax Management and external auditors. Strong communication and leadership are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required.
• 6 years of related and progressive experience can substitute for degree.
• Master's degree in Business Administration or Taxation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee government mandated tax filings for Highmark Health and subsidiaries.
• Ensure timely completion and remittance of tax filings according to deadlines.
• Prepare calculations and supporting work papers for tax filings and elections.

Skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Client focus

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Experience in lieu of degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Highmark Health seeks a seasoned tax professional to manage tax compliance, planning, and accounting for the company and its subsidiaries. The role involves staying current with tax law changes, performing research, and identifying issues and opportunities for optimization.

The position requires extensive experience in tax provisioning (GAAP & SAP), forecasts, and collaboration with Tax Management and external auditors. Strong communication and leadership are essential for success.