Senior Tax Strategist — GAAP & Planning

Highmark Health; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 79,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Health is seeking an experienced tax professional to manage all aspects of the tax compliance and tax accounting functions, staying current with changes in tax law and advising on issues.

The role includes preparing and filing government returns for Highmark Health and subsidiaries, computing tax provisions, forecasts, and supporting work papers, with collaboration across finance and external auditors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required.
• 6 years of related and progressive experience in lieu of Bachelor's degree.
• Master's Degree in Business Administration or Taxation preferred.
• 5–10 years of relevant, progressive tax experience in corporate or public accounting.
• Experience with ASC 740 tax accounting.
• CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee government mandated tax filings for Highmark Health and subsidiaries.
• Ensure timely tax filings and compliance with deadlines.
• Prepare tax provisions (GAAP & SAP) and maintain supporting work papers.
• Identify issues and opportunities; provide recommendations to Tax Management.
• Conduct tax research/planning and assist in forecasting and communications.
• Coordinate with external auditors and provide guidance to other Tax staff.

Skills

Communication

Relationship building

Business acumen

Self-starter

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

6 years experience in lieu of degree

MBA or Taxation preferred

Job description

Highmark Health is seeking an experienced tax professional to manage all aspects of the tax compliance and tax accounting functions, staying current with changes in tax law and advising on issues.

The role includes preparing and filing government returns for Highmark Health and subsidiaries, computing tax provisions, forecasts, and supporting work papers, with collaboration across finance and external auditors.