Tax Analyst I

Horizon BCBSNJ employees must live in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut or Delaware

Job Summary:

• Assists with the calculation of monthly and quarterly tax provisions and deferred tax adjustments, on both a SAP and GAAP basis on a timely basis.

• Analyzes and reconciles all tax-related general ledger accounts to assure accuracy.

• Assists with collecting information required for Federal & state tax audits.

• Assists in the preparation of quarterly and annual tax disclosures as required by SAP, GAAP or SEC regulations.

• Ensures that all assigned tax returns are completed and filed on a timely basis, including all estimated tax obligations.

• Researches, interpret and develop procedures to maintain knowledge and comply with all Federal & State tax regulations.

• Assures compliance with the internal control requirements of Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, including reviewing and updating internal control documentation and periodically testing internal controls.

Disclaimer:
This job summary has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by colleagues within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of colleagues assigned to this job.

• High School Diploma/GED required.

• Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance with a focus on accounting and/or taxation preferred or relevant experience in lieu of degree.

• This is an entry level position; recent college graduates will be considered.

• Basic technical knowledge of Federal & State tax laws & regulations.

• Basic knowledge of tax reporting requirements.

• Basic knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles preferred.

• Basic knowledge of Statutory Accounting Principles (SAP) a plus.

• Proficient knowledge of PC's and Windows based software including exposure to tax compliance applications.

• Prefer knowledge of automated accounting systems.

• Excellent verbal and written communication.

• Good organizational skills.

• Demonstrated aptitude for analytical thinking and the ability to report findings in a clear and concise manner.

• Strong PC skills.

Salary Range:

This compensation range is specific to the job level and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: education, experience, licensure, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity. This range has been created in good faith based on information known to Horizon at the time of posting. Compensation decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each case. Horizon also provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes:

• Comprehensive health benefits (Medical/Dental/Vision)

• Retirement Plans

• Generous PTO

• Incentive Plans

• Wellness Programs

• Paid Volunteer Time Off

• Tuition Reimbursement

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability and any other protected class as required by federal, state or local law. Horizon will consider reasonable accommodation requests as part of the recruiting and hiring process.