Tax Consultant Senior

Elevance Health • Chicago, IL

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Tax Consultant Senior is responsible for ensuring that tax compliance matters are timely and accurately addressed for assigned company entities. Additionally, this position ensures that income and other tax liabilities are properly reflected and disclosed in financial statements. This role requires associates to be in-office 1 - 2 days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office. Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law.

Requirements

• Requires BA/BS in accounting and a minimum of 4 years of corporate tax experience, either within industry or public accounting; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in multistate taxation including preparing group and consolidated state tax returns.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage tax technology, data analytics, AI-enabled tools, or process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Prior experience in a large corporate tax department or public accounting firm.
• CPA or CPA-eligible preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares federal and state income tax returns in accordance with applicable tax laws.
• Prepares tax provisions and assists in the preparation of related tax disclosures for statutory or Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) financial statements.
• Prepares miscellaneous state and local tax filings.
• Assists in the research and analysis of tax developments and their application to specific business situations.
• Assists or lead in other tax department activities, including projects, research, and tax examinations.

Benefits

• comprehensive benefits package
• incentive and recognition programs
• equity stock purchase
• 401k contribution
• merit increases
• paid holidays
• Paid Time Off
• incentive bonus programs
• medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources

What This Job Offers

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