Job Summary

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the organization’s tax strategy in alignment with enterprise financial and operational objectives.
• Serve as the primary advisor to the CFO and executive leadership team on tax implications of strategic initiatives, including mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other corporate transactions.
• Provide tax guidance as needed on operations, employment, real estate, and other healthcare-related arrangements.
• Monitor federal and state tax legislation and assess its impact on the organization’s operations and financial performance.

Tax Compliance, Reporting, and Risk Management

• Oversee the accurate and timely preparation and filing of all federal, state, and local tax returns, including income, property, sales/use, and other applicable filings.
• Lead the preparation and oversight of quarterly and annual tax provisions in accordance with all applicable accounting standards.
• Maintain strong internal controls over tax processes and reporting alignment with SOX requirements and enterprise governance standards.
• Manage all tax audits, inquiries, and examinations from federal, state, and local tax authorities.
• Maintain a disciplined approach to tax risk management consistent with the organization’s compliance standards.

Tax Planning and Optimization

• Identify and implement strategies to optimize the organization’s effective tax rate and cash tax position while maintaining full regulatory compliance.
• Provide tax planning support for capital investments, facility expansions, joint ventures, partnerships, and other complex healthcare transactions.
• Establish disciplined processes, performance metrics, and controls to ensure consistent, high-quality execution of all tax responsibilities.

Team Leadership

• Lead and develop a high-performing tax organization with clear expectations, accountability, and strong technical standards.
• Foster a culture of integrity, precision, and ownership within the tax function.
• Partner closely with Finance, Legal, Treasury, Internal Audit, and external advisors to ensure alignment and effective execution.
• Ensure the tax team operates as a trusted advisor to the business while maintaining appropriate independence and compliance discipline.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Advanced degree in Taxation, Accounting, or Finance required.

Experience

• 15+ years of progressive tax experience, including significant leadership responsibility.
• Experience leading tax functions within large, complex organizations
• Healthcare industry experience strongly preferred
• Deep expertise in corporate tax compliance, tax accounting, and tax planning

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