Senior Tax Strategy & Compliance Analyst

Highmark Health; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 79,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Health in Denver seeks a seasoned tax professional to manage all aspects of tax compliance and tax accounting for the company and subsidiaries. You will perform tax research, planning, and ensure updates to tax law are reflected in filings and forecasts.

This role demands strong collaboration with Tax Management and external auditors, overseeing federal/state filings, provisions, and disclosures, while keeping deadlines and maintaining thorough documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• 5-10 years of relevant, progressive experience in tax accounting and planning.
• Experience with tax provisions (GAAP & SAP) and tax compliance.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for government mandated tax filings for Highmark Health and subsidiaries.
• Ensure timely completion and remittance of tax filings.
• Prepare tax provisions and related disclosures in accordance with GAAP & SAP.
• Perform tax research/planning and communicate implications to management.
• Oversee tax forecasts and liaise with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Strong written & oral communication

Relationship building

Client focused

Self-starter

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

6 years of related and progressive experience in lieu of Bachelor's degree

Master's Degree in Business Administration or Taxation

Job description

Highmark Health in Denver seeks a seasoned tax professional to manage all aspects of tax compliance and tax accounting for the company and subsidiaries. You will perform tax research, planning, and ensure updates to tax law are reflected in filings and forecasts.

This role demands strong collaboration with Tax Management and external auditors, overseeing federal/state filings, provisions, and disclosures, while keeping deadlines and maintaining thorough documentation.