Hackensack Meridian Health
Director, Tax
Hackensack Meridian Health, Edison, New Jersey, us, 08818
Overview
Our team members are the heart of what makes us better.
At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.
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.
Responsibilities
A day in the life of a Director of Tax at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:
Preparing and timely filing annual Form 990 'Return of Organization Exempt from Tax' Return(s) for Non-Profit entities (including extensions) and prepare/review presentation(s) for Audit & Compliance Committee/Board of Trustees for all Network entities. Ensure information is in compliance with IRS regulations and the Hospitals capture the actual value of the cost provided to the community.
Preparing and timely filing annual for-profit and partnership returns (including extensions) Form 1120 Corporate Income Tax return, Form 1065 Partnership returns for the relevant Network entities.
Preparing and timely filing annual State returns and extensions for for-profit and not-for-profit entities of the Network including but not limited to: CBT-100, CRI-200/300, , NJ-1065, etc.
Preparing and timely filing quarterly/annual reporting requirements for the Network's Foreign entities including but not limited to: Form 720, Form 926, Form 5471, FinCen 114, and to the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Economic Affairs and CRS (Common Reporting Standards).
Post-issuance compliance for the Network's tax-exempt bonds including but not limited to tracking and monitoring private use.
Annual filing of the Network's property tax reports to Tax Assessors including but not limited to: Initial Statements, Further Statements and Annual Statement of Income and Expenses.
Managing all Federal, State and Local governmental inquiries and audits.
Participates in tax planning initiatives for the Network.
Acts as the lead for all internal and external audit inquiries for tax-related matters for the Network.
Keeps abreast of changes in tax statutes and regulations and determines impact on Network's operations.
Ensuring that appropriate internal controls are in place over accounting for income taxes.
Work with the payroll department to ensure appropriate handling of payroll tax deductions, including Federal & State withholding, FICA withholding for employees including those related to pension/SERP, post-retirement plan distributions to employees.
Manage, develop, and mentor staff/managers on projects and assess performance through formal periodic reviews and informal feedback.
Oversees outside consultants/advisors for tax planning/review services.
Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
Qualifications
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!
Job ID 2024-151275
Department Corporate Tax & Treasury
Site HMH Hospitals Corporation
Job Location US-NJ-Edison
Position Type Full Time with Benefits
Standard Hours Per Week 40
Shift Day
Shift Hours Day
Weekend Work No Weekends Required
On Call Work No On-Call Required
Holiday Work No Holidays Required
Our team members are the heart of what makes us better.
At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.
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.
Responsibilities
A day in the life of a Director of Tax at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:
Preparing and timely filing annual Form 990 'Return of Organization Exempt from Tax' Return(s) for Non-Profit entities (including extensions) and prepare/review presentation(s) for Audit & Compliance Committee/Board of Trustees for all Network entities. Ensure information is in compliance with IRS regulations and the Hospitals capture the actual value of the cost provided to the community.
Preparing and timely filing annual for-profit and partnership returns (including extensions) Form 1120 Corporate Income Tax return, Form 1065 Partnership returns for the relevant Network entities.
Preparing and timely filing annual State returns and extensions for for-profit and not-for-profit entities of the Network including but not limited to: CBT-100, CRI-200/300, , NJ-1065, etc.
Preparing and timely filing quarterly/annual reporting requirements for the Network's Foreign entities including but not limited to: Form 720, Form 926, Form 5471, FinCen 114, and to the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Economic Affairs and CRS (Common Reporting Standards).
Post-issuance compliance for the Network's tax-exempt bonds including but not limited to tracking and monitoring private use.
Annual filing of the Network's property tax reports to Tax Assessors including but not limited to: Initial Statements, Further Statements and Annual Statement of Income and Expenses.
Managing all Federal, State and Local governmental inquiries and audits.
Participates in tax planning initiatives for the Network.
Acts as the lead for all internal and external audit inquiries for tax-related matters for the Network.
Keeps abreast of changes in tax statutes and regulations and determines impact on Network's operations.
Ensuring that appropriate internal controls are in place over accounting for income taxes.
Work with the payroll department to ensure appropriate handling of payroll tax deductions, including Federal & State withholding, FICA withholding for employees including those related to pension/SERP, post-retirement plan distributions to employees.
Manage, develop, and mentor staff/managers on projects and assess performance through formal periodic reviews and informal feedback.
Oversees outside consultants/advisors for tax planning/review services.
Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
Qualifications
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!
Job ID 2024-151275
Department Corporate Tax & Treasury
Site HMH Hospitals Corporation
Job Location US-NJ-Edison
Position Type Full Time with Benefits
Standard Hours Per Week 40
Shift Day
Shift Hours Day
Weekend Work No Weekends Required
On Call Work No On-Call Required
Holiday Work No Holidays Required