Program Manager Tax - Accounting

Company: CHRISTUS Health
Location: Irving
Posted on: January 4, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Description Summary: Reports to the Tax Manager, and is responsible for coordinating the system-wide property tax function for CHRISTUS Health. This position will first evaluate the property tax needs for a system wide centralized function. Subsequently they will manage the property tax area and perform all necessary duties. - Setup and monitor a property tax database for all CHRISTUS properties to assist in compliance and to determine necessary staffing. - Perform research and gather data from our regional accounting teams and other groups throughout CHRISTUS Health to file timely property tax renditions. - Prepare reconciliations, process property tax payments and monitor to assure timely payments. - Work with our regional accounting teams to assist with general ledger monthly accruals. - Collaborate with outside consultants as necessary to file exemption requests and protests. - Set up new accounts upon property acquisition and close property accounts as properties are disposed. - Assist in advising / training others within CHRISTUS on property tax issues. - Ability to engage peers and other appropriate individuals in gathering required information, and in coordinating the property tax function. - Other duties as assigned by the System Director of Tax or the Tax Manager. Requirements: - Accounting, Finance or Business degree is required. - BA/BS in Accounting or Finance is preferred - Prior experience in a CPA firm environment or similar, in a tax role, is preferred - Property tax compliance and/or consulting experience preferred. - Ability to analyze, research and interpret property tax issues, document and communicate findings. - Must be self-motivated, capable of taking initiative, successfully handle and prioritize multiple competing priorities, and effectively manage deadlines. - Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and have strong rapport with the executive team, colleagues, and subordinates. - Strong communication skills with internal and external customer base. - Solid business acumen. - Previous work experience demonstrating knowledge of general policies and procedures followed in an accounting/tax department. - Experience with advanced Excel spreadsheet tools preferred. - Experience with Meditech and/or INFOR accounting software systems is a plus. - Supervisory experience is a plus. - CPA is a plus Work Schedule: 5 Days - 8 Hours Work Type: Full Time

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