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Job SummaryThis position is responsible for interpreting and applying tax law to ensure HCSC and its subsidiaries are in compliance with federal, state, and local income tax laws, HIPAA, False Claims Act, and the corporate governance and accounting principles of Sarbanes-Oxley; to prepare and timely file all necessary federal, state, and local income tax returns. Implement all necessary tax and fixed asset processes related to merger, acquisition, or start up activities; accurately calculate and report income tax expense, liabilities, and deferred tax assets and/or liabilities for HCSC and subsidiaries; accurately maintain and report HCSC’s fixed asset capital base including performance of perpetual physical inventories, tax engineering and cost segregation studies were appropriate; and represent HCSC and subsidiaries within the BCBS system.Job Responsibilities:
1. Prepare and file necessary federal, state, and local income tax returns in a timely manner.
2. Represent HCSC and subsidiaries before the IRS and other state regulatory agencies.
3. Develop and implement tax saving strategies for HCSC and subsidiaries
4. Accurately calculate and report income tax expense, liabilities, and deferred tax assets and/or liabilities for HCSC and subsidiaries.
5. Integrate, develop, and implement all necessary tax and fixed asset processes related to merger, acquisition, or start-up activities.
6. Accurately maintain and report HCSC’s fixed asset capital base including performance of perpetual physical inventories, tax engineering and cost segregation studies were appropriate.
7. Represent HCSC and subsidiaries within the BCBS system and other organizations.
8. Develop, train, and mentor staff.
10. Comply with HIPAA, Diversity Principles, Corporate Integrity, Compliance Program policies and other applicable corporate and departmental policies.
11. Maintain complete confidentiality of company business.
12. Maintain communication with management regarding development within areas of assigned responsibilities and perform special projects as required or requested.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor Degree in Accounting
* 10 years of tax experience with 5 years proven supervisory experience.
* Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local income tax law in addition to an understanding of Statutory Accounting Principles and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
* Leadership ability with sound decision-making talent.
* Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
* Advanced analytical, organizational, and project management abilities.
* Computer skills to include working knowledge of the Corp Tax and PeopleSoft platforms.
*Overseeing the annual budget and allocating resources for various projects and operational needs.
*Translating needs and initiatives into compelling business cases.
*Conducting cost-benefit analyses to justify investments and ensure ROI.
Preferred Requirements
-CPA designation or Master Degree in Tax
-Experience with Alteryx, Oracle Cloud, & Premium Pro
-Experience with CorpTax
-Automation tools
-Tax controversy experience
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Pay Transparency Statement:
At Health Care Service Corporation, you will be part of an organization committed to offering meaningful benefits to our employees to support their life outside of work. From health and wellness benefits, 401(k) savings plan, pension plan, paid time off, paid parental leave, disability insurance, supplemental life insurance, employee assistance program, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, plus other incentives, we offer a robust total rewards package for employees. Learn more about our benefit offerings by visiting https://careers.hcsc.com/totalrewards.
The compensation offered will vary depending on your job-related skills, education, knowledge, and experience. This role aligns with an annual incentive bonus plan subject to the terms and the conditions of the plan.
HCSC Employment Statement:We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to providing a welcoming environment where the unique differences of our employees are respected and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.
Base Pay Range$121,200.00 - $225,200.00Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- 10 years of tax experience
- 5 years of proven supervisory experience
- Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local income tax law
- Understanding of Statutory Accounting Principles and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
- Leadership ability and sound decision-making skills
- Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Advanced analytical, organizational, and project management abilities
- Working knowledge of CorpTax and PeopleSoft platforms
- CPA designation or master's degree in Tax
- Experience with Alteryx, Oracle Cloud, and Premium Pro
- Experience with CorpTax
- Experience with automation tools
- Tax controversy experience
Health Care Service Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Health Care Service Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by Health Care Service Corporation.
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Retirement Support — A pension plan alongside a matching 401(k) is offered, an uncommon combination in the private sector. This combination is described as a standout element that helps retain employees.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare options are broad, with multiple medical, dental, and vision choices, wellness incentives, and access to resources like on-site fitness centers and an EAP. These offerings add meaningful value beyond base pay.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave (up to six weeks at full pay after one year), adoption assistance, and mothers’ rooms are available. These supports reinforce family needs alongside work commitments.
Health Care Service Corporation Insights
What We Do
Imagine Something New, Something Different. Health Care Service Corporation, a Mutual Legal Reserve Company (HCSC), is the largest customer-owned health insurer in the nation and the fourth largest overall. Operating through our Blue Cross and Blue Shield Plans in Illinois, Montana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas (as well as a variety of affiliates and subsidiaries,) we are expanding access to high-quality, cost-effective health care. We are equipping members with information and tools so they can make the best health care decisions for themselves and their families. HCSC is continuously recognized as an employer committed to community, diversity and inclusion, training and development. HCSC is committed to pioneering the health care space in ways as effective as they are creative. If you are passionate about the impact you want to have through your work, with a desire to apply innovative thinking to new and emerging challenges, we encourage you to learn more about HCSC. Learn about what we stand for, how we work and the difference we’re making in the lives of our 15 million members. Join HCSC and discover what new ways of thinking can mean for you, your community, our customers and our organization. Divisions of Health Care Service Corporation, a Mutual Legal Reserve Company, an Independent Licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.
