Tax Accountant I in PORTLAND, Oregon at Legacy Health

Tax Accountant I
US-OR-PORTLAND

Job ID: 26-49806
Type: Regular Full-Time
System Office 1919 Building

Overview

Everything we do at Legacy reflects our mission of making life better for others. You can help us fulfill this mission by ensuring that tax reporting runs smoothly. Through your strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices, you’ll be strengthening the accounting services department while growing your career.

Responsibilities

• The Tax Accountant I provides support on all aspects of tax and accounting.
• Under general supervision, is responsible for performing a variety of financial reporting and related analyses for assigned areas of responsibility and includes preparing, analyzing, and reporting the annual not-for-profit, for-profit and retirement and health and welfare plans tax returns; preparing monthly excise tax reports for Washington and assisting with the monthly financial reporting, as directed.
• The Tax Accountant I assists in research of tax and accounting issues for hospital operations/patient billing/finance.
• Duties may vary depending on departmental needs

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelors Degree in Business, Economics, Accounting, Finance or related field or equivalent experience.

Experience:

• Some tax and healthcare experience preferred but not required.

Skills:

• Understanding of General Accounting Principles.
• Knowledge of computer systems including Microsoft Office, specifically spreadsheets and databases.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex tasks.