Manager, Corporate Tax

Highmark Health

. Manage the tax compliance function for Highmark Health, Allegheny Health Network, affiliated tax-exempt entities, partnerships, joint ventures, employee benefit plans, LLCs, trusts, and other structures .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in tax compliance and planning for tax-exempt entities, including preparation of Forms 990 and 990-T, with strong leadership in managing tax processes and coordinating with external auditors. Proficient in evaluating business activities for tax implications and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations.

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Tax Compliance ManagementForms 990 PreparationTax-Exempt OrganizationsLeadership ExperienceGAAP Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Tax ComplianceTax PlanningASC 740UBIT AnalysisTax Strategy DevelopmentTax AccrualsRegulatory FilingsInternal ControlsRisk AssessmentTax Research

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAnalytical SkillsProject LeadershipVerbal CommunicationWritten Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

CPAMaster's Degree in TaxationMBAJD

Industry Keywords

Tax-Exempt ComplianceHealthcare SystemsFederal Tax RequirementsState Tax RequirementsLocal Tax RequirementsSarbanes-Oxley ComplianceTax ControversiesTax LitigationExternal AuditorsRegulatory Agencies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the tax compliance function for Highmark Health, Allegheny Health Network, affiliated tax-exempt entities, partnerships, joint ventures, employee benefit plans, LLCs, trusts, and other structures
Oversee preparation and filing of Forms 990, 990-T, and other federal, state, and local filings
Supervise tax compliance processes and staff, ensuring accurate, timely, documented work
Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors, support audits and regulatory inquiries, and manage responses to tax notices
Evaluate business activities, investments, and joint ventures for tax-exempt compliance, UBIT, and protection of exempt status
Partner with Finance, Legal, and operational leadership to communicate tax implications and support business initiatives
Coordinate resolution of tax controversies and tax litigation activities
Develop, implement, and continuously improve tax processes, controls, compliance procedures, and documentation
Identify tax strategies aligned with senior management objectives and defend or revise tax positions as needed
Manage recurring federal, state, local, and certain international tax and regulatory filings
Ensure accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual tax accruals for financial statements
Research tax, statutory, and GAAP issues and recommend business alternatives
Monitor legislation, regulations, rulings, and court cases affecting taxation
Develop and implement tax planning strategies for prospective business transactions
Coordinate internal controls, risk assessments, and Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 compliance testing

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field, or relevant experience and/or education as determined by the company in lieu of bachelor's degree
7 years of tax compliance, planning and ASC 740 experience in a corporate tax department or public accounting firm
3 years in a management or leadership role
Experience with tax-exempt organizations, including preparation and review of Forms 990 and 990-T, and analysis of unrelated business income (UBIT) (preferred)
Familiarity with healthcare systems and tax-exempt compliance considerations related to hospitals, affiliates, and joint ventures (preferred)
Knowledge of federal, state, and local tax requirements impacting tax-exempt entities and partnerships (preferred)
Experience coordinating with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory agencies on compliance and audit matters (preferred)
Ability to assess business activities and transactions and communicate related tax implications to finance, legal, and operational leadership (preferred)
Understanding of GAAP and ability to partner effectively with accounting teams (preferred)
CPA, Master's Degree in Taxation, MBA, JD, or relevant advanced certification (preferred)
Strong organizational, analytical, project leadership, and management skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Language other than English: None
Ability to comply with HIPAA, data security, privacy, ethical, legal, and company policy requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time employment
Hybrid work arrangement
Travel requirement of 0%–25%