Senior Tax Analyst

Highmark Health

. Manage all aspects of tax compliance and tax accounting for Highmark Health and its wholly and jointly owned subsidiaries .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $79,300 - $127,100 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in tax compliance and accounting, including GAAP and STAT provisions, while effectively managing tax issues and providing strategic recommendations. Proficient in federal and state tax regulations, with strong communication and relationship-building skills to collaborate with various stakeholders.

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Tax Accounting (ASC 740)Tax ComplianceTax PlanningGAAP KnowledgeState and Local Tax Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Tax FilingsTax ResearchTax ForecastingFinancial Statement DisclosuresTax Provisions PreparationTax Issue IdentificationTax Examination ManagementEffective Tax Rate ReconciliationDeferred Calculation Roll-ForwardsUncertain Tax Positions

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Oral CommunicationRelationship-BuildingClient-FocusedStrategic Thinking

Certifications & Qualifications

CPALicensed Attorney

Industry Keywords

Federal TaxesState TaxesCorporate Tax DepartmentPublic Accounting FirmHealth System ExperienceStatutory AccountingInsurance Taxation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage all aspects of tax compliance and tax accounting for Highmark Health and its wholly and jointly owned subsidiaries
Complete and remit government-mandated tax filings accurately and on time
Prepare calculations, work papers, documentation, forms, attachments, and elections supporting tax filings
Identify tax issues and opportunities and provide resolutions or recommendations to Tax Management
Prepare GAAP and STAT tax provisions, including current calculations, deferred calculation roll-forwards, effective tax rate reconciliations, tax account roll-forwards, and uncertain tax positions
Prepare financial statement disclosures
Perform tax research and planning and communicate tax consequences to applicable parties
Prepare tax forecasts and supporting calculations
Manage federal and state/local tax examinations
Represent Highmark Health and subsidiaries before applicable government authorities with Tax Management
Participate in periodic meetings with subsidiaries regarding business and tax issues or opportunities
Assist Tax Management with external auditors
Provide direction, counseling, and instruction to other Tax Staff
Monitor changes in tax law and research legislation summaries, tax journals, tax-related publications, and online databases
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required
6 years of related and progressive experience may substitute for a Bachelor's degree
5–10 years of relevant, progressive experience in the area of specialization required
Tax accounting (ASC 740), tax compliance, and planning experience in a corporate tax department or public accounting firm
Knowledge of federal taxes, including corporations, partnerships, trusts, tax-exempt organizations, property and casualty insurance companies, life insurance companies, employee benefits, and individual taxes
Knowledge of state and local taxes and regulations across multiple jurisdictions
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Statutory Accounting Principles (SAP)
Ability to coordinate tax, GAAP, and statutory accounting knowledge to design transactions and communicate impacts
Strong written and oral communication skills
Strong relationship-building skills
Client-focused with strong business acumen
Ability to work independently and as part of a team under pressure
Strategic thinking and proactive problem-solving capabilities
Required licenses or certifications: None
Preferred: Master's Degree in Business Administration or Taxation
Preferred: Experience with Form 990, health system experience, auditing or accounting experience, statutory accounting and insurance taxation knowledge, CPA, Licensed Attorney
Language other than English: None
Physical work site required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Base salary range of $79,300.00–$127,100.00 per year
Hybrid work arrangement
Professional development through direction, counseling, and instruction from Tax Management
Travel requirement of 0%–25%