Director, Tax

Zelis • Atlanta, GA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

At Zelis, we Get Stuff Done. So, let’s get to it! A Little About Us Zelis is modernizing the healthcare financial experience across payers, providers, and healthcare consumers. We serve more than 750 payers, including the top five national health plans, regional health plans, TPAs and millions of healthcare providers and consumers across our platform of solutions. Zelis sees across the system to identify, optimize, and solve problems holistically with technology built by healthcare experts – driving real, measurable results for clients. At Zelis, AI is woven into the fabric of how we work. Every associate is expected - and empowered - to partner with AI to challenge the status quo, accelerate innovation, and amplify their impact. This is a place for builders with a growth mindset who act with agility, embrace change, and use modern technology to shape smarter solutions, exceptional experiences, and the future of our industry for our clients, customers, and our culture. A Little About You You bring a unique blend of personality and professional expertise to your work, inspiring others with your passion and dedication. Your career is a testament to your diverse experiences, community involvement, and the valuable lessons you've learned along the way. You are more than just your resume; you are a reflection of your achievements, the knowledge you've gained, and the personal interests that shape who you are. Position Overview Responsible for leading and executing tax strategy across multiple jurisdictions and business units, ensuring compliance with tax regulations while driving initiatives that optimize the company’s effective tax rate and cash flow. Directs teams and leads managers, translating enterprise-level objectives into actionable tax strategies and operational plans.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• 10+ years of progressive tax experience within a corporate tax department, public accounting environment, or a combination of both.
• Broad expertise across direct tax compliance, tax accounting, forecasting, financial reporting support, state tax matters, and tax process improvement initiatives.
• Deep technical knowledge of ASC 740 and experience supporting quarterly and annual income tax reporting requirements.
• Proven success leading teams, developing talent, and effectively managing external advisors and partners.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Taxation, Accounting, or related discipline preferred.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• Combination of public accounting and public company experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the company’s tax function across direct tax, indirect tax, tax accounting, compliance, controls, forecasting, reporting, and operational execution.
• Partner closely with the VP, Tax to translate strategic priorities into scalable, disciplined operational processes and execution plans.
• Design, optimize, and continuously improve tax processes to support a high-growth, evolving organization and future public company readiness.
• Build, develop, and mentor a high-performing tax team through coaching, performance management, succession planning, and capability development.
• Drive accountability and effective collaboration across internal stakeholders and external advisors to ensure timely and accurate tax deliverables.
• Manage recurring tax activities including returns, payments, reconciliations, audits, documentation, and compliance requirements.
• Oversee tax reporting activities including tax provision support, tax account analysis, audit support, and coordination of tax-related financial statement disclosures.
• Support enterprise forecasting activities including cash tax forecasting, estimated tax projections, effective tax rate (ETR) analysis, and collaboration with FP&A, Treasury, and Controllership teams.
• Identify operational gaps and implement practical, technology-enabled solutions that improve efficiency, controls, data quality, and scalability.
• Lead initiatives focused on automation, systems optimization, and process modernization across the tax function.
• Support mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions through tax diligence, integration activities, compliance assessments, and entity analysis.
• Strengthen internal controls, governance practices, and operational rigor to support a complex and evolving business environment.

Benefits

• AI is woven into the fabric of how we work. Every associate is expected - and empowered - to partner with AI to challenge the status quo, accelerate innovation, and amplify their impact.
• This is a place for builders with a growth mindset who act with agility, embrace change, and use modern technology to shape smarter solutions, exceptional experiences, and the future of our industry for our clients, customers, and our culture.
• Zelis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
• We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet 100% of the qualifications for the role.
• We believe in the value of diverse perspectives and experiences and are committed to building an inclusive workplace for all.
• We are dedicated to ensuring our application process is accessible to all candidates. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation with any part of the application and/or interview process, please email [email protected].

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director