Director, Tax Accounting

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc. • Edison, NJ, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 1m ago

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Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

Reporting to the Vice President, the Director of Tax is responsible for managing tax reporting and compliance within the Hackensack Meridian Health Network (the Network). Ensures tax returns are complete, accurate and filed timely to minimize tax obligations. Responsible for tax planning in preparation for future filings.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or related field with CPA certification defined below; Or if no CPA certification - must have a Master's of Business Administration (MBA), Master's in Taxation (MS), or Juris Doctorate (JD).
Minimum of 7 or more years of experience in tax.
Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience leading a Finance/Tax team.
Knowledge of Internal Revenue Code and various State Tax Codes.
Knowledge of spreadsheet programs (i.e., Excel, etc.).
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
Demonstrates initiative and sense of urgency.
Disciplined approach to strategic initiatives, business projects and day-to-day activities.
Ability to analyze and comprehend complex information.
Ability to convey complex materials to senior executives as well as all levels of the organization.
Comfortable dealing with both complexity and ambiguity, with ability to explore multiple solutions to a problem.
Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem solving skills.
High degree of financial acumen (finance and economics).
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written, verbal, presentation).

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

Oracle PeopleSoft systems.
Working in Google Workspace.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification with the Bachelor's degree defined above; Or if no CPA certification - must have a Master's of Business Administration (MBA), Master's in Taxation (MS), or Juris Doctorate (JD).

If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!

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