Description Summary:
Reports to the Tax Manager, and is responsible for coordinating the system-wide property tax function for CHRISTUS Health. This position will first evaluate the property tax needs for a system wide centralized function. Subsequently they will manage the property tax area and perform all necessary duties.
- Setup and monitor a property tax database for all CHRISTUS properties to assist in compliance and to determine necessary staffing.
- Perform research and gather data from our regional accounting teams and other groups throughout CHRISTUS Health to file timely property tax renditions.
- Prepare reconciliations, process property tax payments and monitor to assure timely payments.
- Work with our regional accounting teams to assist with general ledger monthly accruals.
- Collaborate with outside consultants as necessary to file exemption requests and protests.
- Set up new accounts upon property acquisition and close property accounts as properties are disposed.
- Assist in advising / training others within CHRISTUS on property tax issues.
- Ability to engage peers and other appropriate individuals in gathering required information, and in coordinating the property tax function.
- Other duties as assigned by the System Director of Tax or the Tax Manager.
Requirements:
- Accounting, Finance or Business degree is required.
- BA/BS in Accounting or Finance is preferred
- Prior experience in a CPA firm environment or similar, in a tax role, is preferred
- Property tax compliance and/or consulting experience preferred.
- Ability to analyze, research and interpret property tax issues, document and communicate findings.
- Must be self-motivated, capable of taking initiative, successfully handle and prioritize multiple competing priorities, and effectively manage deadlines.
- Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and have strong rapport with the executive team, colleagues, and subordinates.
- Strong communication skills with internal and external customer base.
- Solid business acumen.
- Previous work experience demonstrating knowledge of general policies and procedures followed in an accounting/tax department.
- Experience with advanced Excel spreadsheet tools preferred.
- Experience with Meditech and/or INFOR accounting software systems is a plus.
- Supervisory experience is a plus.
- CPA is a plus
Work Schedule:
5 Days - 8 Hours
Work Type:
Full Time