Tax Accountant

This position is a vital member of a cohesive tax team with wide-ranging responsibilities in the areas of Tax Compliance, Tax Accounting, Tax Consulting and Tax Research. This team member supports the Tax Department by participating in assignments related to the above areas and special projects. Majority of time will be spent on tax compliance and provisions but independent research and consulting skills will be necessary for moderate to complex project work assignments.

What You Will Be Doing:

Compliance:

• Contributes on all aspects of Federal income tax compliance, M-1 and M-3 adjustments, assimilating data and organizing tax records and workpapers
• Prepares and executes federal and state electronic tax return filings
• Prepares assigned state and local income and franchise tax returns including apportionment/allocation issue
• Data gathering and analysis to support preparation of estimated tax payments
• Participates and/or leads on other tax compliance projects as needed
• Seeks and recommends improvements to better automate tax compliance processes through more efficient use of software

Accounting:

• Contributes to the preparation and analysis of corporate income tax provisions and deferred tax calculations for GAAP and SAP financials
• Prepares or assists in the preparation of quarterly and annual tax disclosures as required by GAAP and SA
• Coordinates gathering of data and analysis to support tax provision process
• Assists with the preparation of forecasts for effective tax rates
• Seeks and recommends improvements in the efficiency of the tax provision processes through the better use of software
• Interacts with accounting firms on GAAP and Statutory tax provisions, footnotes and disclosures

Consulting and Research:

• Provides timely, quality and innovative tax consulting services for the Organization on a variety of topics as assigned
• Prepares technical research memorandum on a variety of issues as needed
• Participates on cross-functional teams representing the Tax area on Finance or company-wide initiatives
• Research moderate/complex issues and applies applicable tax law to the facts
• Acts as an internal tax information source for the Enterprise along with the rest of the Tax Team
• Supports federal and state audits by researching and developing responses to Information Document Requests
• Stays current by participating in educational opportunities, reading technical material, maintaining personal networks and participating in professional organizations

What You Must Have:

• 4+ years related work experience. Experience Details: 2+ years of Big 4 Accounting Firm tax experience may be substituted 
• Related Bachelor's degree required Accounting 
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Excel 
• Strong technical hands-on ASC 740 and FIN 48 knowledge 
• Proficient technical knowledge of Federal & State tax laws and regulations 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills 
• Ability to interpret a variety of instruction furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form

What is Preferred:

• Master’s degree Taxation
• CPA - Certified Public Accountant CPA designation 
• Five years public accounting firm tax experience or equivalent Industry experience 
• Experience with Thompson Reuters ONESOURCE income tax Express RS or GO System
• Blue Cross Blue Shield or other Health Insurance Company tax experience
• Strong knowledge of the Affordable Care Act tax provisions
• SSAP 101 knowledge 
• 1120 PC familiarity 
• PeopleSoft familiarity
• Multi-state tax experience
• Partnership experience 
• Information Reporting experience
• Fixed Asset/Depreciation background 

General Physical Demands

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally to move objects. Jobs are sedentary if traversing activities are required only occasionally. 

Physical/Environmental Activities

There is a strong preference for the candidate to be able to commute to the office in Jacksonville once a week. However, we will consider exceptional candidates from other locations who can demonstrate their ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment.

Must be able to travel to multiple locations for work (i.e. travel to attend meetings, events, conferences). Occasionally 

What We Offer: 

As a Florida Blue employee, you will thrive in our Be Well, Work Well, GuideWell culture where being well as an individual, and working well as a team, are both important in serving our members and communities. 

To support your wellbeing, comprehensive benefits are offered. As an employee, you will have access to: 

Medical, dental, vision, life and global travel health insurance;

Income protection benefits: life insurance, Short- and long-term disability programs;

Leave programs to support personal circumstances;

Retirement Savings Plan includes employer match;

Paid time off, volunteer time off, 10 holidays and 2 Well-being days;

Additional voluntary benefits available; and

A comprehensive wellness program

Employee benefits are designed to align with federal and state employment laws. Benefits may vary based on the state in which work is performed. Benefits for intern, part-time and seasonal employees may differ.

To support your financial wellbeing, we offer competitive pay as well as opportunities for incentive or commission compensation. We also conduct regular annual reviews with pay for performance considerations for base pay increases. 

Typical Annualized Hiring Range: $69,400 - $86,800

Annualized Salary Range: $69,400 - $112,800

Final pay will be determined with consideration of market competitiveness, internal equity, and the job-related knowledge, skills, training, and experience you bring.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to cultivating a work experience where everyone feels like they belong and can perform at their best in pursuit of our mission. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.