Senior Tax Analyst (SALT)

About the CompanyPhoenix, AZ (Hybrid) A growing healthcare services organization is seeking a Senior Tax Analyst to join its expanding corporate accounting team. This newly created position offers the opportunity to help build and enhance internal tax capabilities as the company continues its growth across multiple states.About the RoleReporting to senior accounting leadership, this role will have significant exposure to state and local tax matters, tax research, compliance, and process improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate enjoys solving complex tax issues, researching changing regulations, and working in a fast-paced environment where they can make a visible impact.ResponsibilitiesResearch and analyze state and local tax issues, including economic nexus, licensing, unclaimed property, sales and use tax, and other compliance mattersMonitor changes in tax laws and regulations and assess potential business impactsAssist with multi-state tax compliance and filingsPartner with external tax advisors and internal stakeholders on tax-related initiativesSupport tax audits, inquiries, and regulatory requestsDocument technical tax positions and research findingsIdentify opportunities to improve processes, controls, and efficienciesParticipate in special projects related to company growth and expansionQualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field3+ years of tax experience in public accounting and/or industryStrong state and local tax (SALT) experience requiredDemonstrated tax research experienceExperience interpreting regulations and applying technical guidance to business situationsAdvanced Excel skillsCPA or progress toward CPA is a plusHealthcare industry experience is helpful but not requiredRequired SkillsStrong state and local tax (SALT) experienceDemonstrated tax research experienceExperience interpreting regulations and applying technical guidance to business situationsAdvanced Excel skillsPreferred SkillsCPA or progress toward CPAHealthcare industry experienceWhy Consider This Opportunity?Newly created role due to continued company growthOpportunity to help expand and strengthen an in-house tax functionHigh visibility with accounting and finance leadershipDiverse and challenging SALT research workHybrid work environmentCompetitive base salary plus bonus potential