AVP, Tax Services

Healthcare Systems of America•Fort Lauderdale, FL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Assistant Vice President (AVP), Tax Services – Healthcare The Assistant Vice President of Tax Services is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing all tax-related functions for a healthcare organization, including income, sales and use, property, payroll, and for-profit tax compliance. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws while supporting strategic initiatives, transactions, and operational growth in a highly regulated healthcare environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required)
10+ years of progressive tax experience, with significant exposure to healthcare organizations
Prior leadership or management experience in tax or finance
Strong understanding of nonprofit healthcare taxation, including Form 990, tax-exempt status, and UBI
Deep knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulations impacting healthcare
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills
Excellent communication skills with the ability to advise senior executives
Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex, cross-functional initiatives

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Taxation or Accounting (preferred)
CPA or JD (strongly preferred)

Responsibilities

Tax Leadership & Strategy Lead and manage the organization's tax strategy across all healthcare entities, including nonprofit and for-profit structures
Advise executive leadership on tax implications of mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, affiliations, and service line expansions
Partner with finance, legal, and operations teams to support strategic planning and organizational initiatives
Compliance & Reporting Oversee preparation, review, and filing of all tax returns, including: Federal and state income tax returns IRS Form 990 and related nonprofit filings Sales and use tax, property tax, and gross receipts tax filings Payroll and employment-related tax compliance
Ensure compliance with IRS regulations, state and local tax laws, and healthcare-specific tax requirements
Monitor legislative and regulatory changes affecting healthcare taxation and assess organizational impact
Risk Management & Audit Support Manage tax audits, examinations, and inquiries from taxing authorities
Develop and maintain internal controls, policies, and procedures to mitigate tax risk
Identify and resolve tax exposures related to healthcare reimbursement, exempt activities, and unrelated business income (UBI)
Team Leadership & Vendor Management Lead, mentor, and develop the tax services team
Oversee relationships with external advisors, auditors, and tax consultants
Drive continuous improvement through process optimization and technology solutions
Financial Integration & Reporting Collaborate with accounting and finance teams on tax provision, ASC 740, and financial statement disclosures
Support budgeting and forecasting processes related to tax liabilities and benefits
Ensure accurate tax-related data within financial systems and reports