Vice President, Tax

Job Summary

COMPANY BACKGROUND:

Tenet Healthcare Corporation (NYSE: THC) is a diversified healthcare services company headquartered in Dallas. Our care delivery network includes United Surgical Partners International, the largest ambulatory platform in the country, which operates ambulatory surgery centers and surgical hospitals. We also operate a national portfolio of acute care and specialty hospitals, other outpatient facilities, a network of leading employed physicians and a global business center in Manila, Philippines. Our Conifer Health Solutions subsidiary provides revenue cycle management and value-based care services to hospitals, health systems, physician practices, employers, and other clients. Across the Tenet enterprise, we are united by our mission to deliver quality, compassionate care in the communities we serve.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Vice President of Tax is responsible for leading the company’s tax strategy, compliance, planning, and risk management. This role serves as the senior tax leader for the organization and is expected to operate as a strategic partner to the CFO and executive leadership team.

The Vice President of Tax ensures the company maintains a disciplined, well-controlled tax function that meets all regulatory obligations while optimizing the company’s tax position in a complex and evolving regulatory environment.

This role requires a leader who can combine deep technical expertise, sound judgment, and operational discipline to manage a sophisticated tax function with high standards for accuracy, transparency, and timeliness.

The role is based in Dallas, Texas.

Responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES AND EXPECTATIONS:

Strategic Tax Leadership

• Develop and execute the organization’s tax strategy in alignment with enterprise financial and operational objectives.
• Serve as the primary advisor to the CFO and executive leadership team on tax implications of strategic initiatives, including mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other corporate transactions.
• Provide tax guidance as needed on operations, employment, real estate, and other healthcare-related arrangements.
• Monitor federal and state tax legislation and assess its impact on the organization’s operations and financial performance .

Tax Compliance, Reporting, and Risk Management

• Oversee the accurate and timely preparation and filing of all federal, state, and local tax returns, including income, property, sales/use, and other applicable filings.
• Lead the preparation and oversight of quarterly and annual tax provisions in accordance with all applicable accounting standards.
• Maintain strong internal controls over tax processes and reporting alignment with SOX requirements and enterprise governance standards.
• Manage all tax audits, inquiries, and examinations from federal, state, and local tax authorities.
• Maintain a disciplined approach to tax risk management consistent with the organization’s compliance standards.

Tax Planning and Optimization

• Identify and implement strategies to optimize the organization’s effective tax rate and cash tax position while maintaining full regulatory compliance.
• Provide tax planning support for capital investments, facility expansions, joint ventures, partnerships, and other complex healthcare transactions.
• Establish disciplined processes, performance metrics, and controls to ensure consistent, high-quality execution of all tax responsibilities.

Team Leadership

• Lead and develop a high-performing tax organization with clear expectations, accountability, and strong technical standards.
• Foster a culture of integrity, precision, and ownership within the tax function.
• Partner closely with Finance, Legal, Treasury, Internal Audit, and external advisors to ensure alignment and effective execution.
• Ensure the tax team operates as a trusted advisor to the business while maintaining appropriate independence and compliance discipline.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Advanced degree in Taxation, Accounting, or Finance required.

Experience

• 15+ years of progressive tax experience, including significant leadership responsibility.
• Experience leading tax functions within large, complex organizations
• Healthcare industry experience strongly preferred
• Deep expertise in corporate tax compliance, tax accounting, and tax planning

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