Tax Manager and Compliance Officer

This position is Open until filled. Early applications are encouraged as the position may close before the listed deadline once a suitable candidate is found.

Summary of Job Duties:

The Tax Manager and Compliance Officer will be directly responsible for preparing the 990-T Exempt Organization Business Income Tax Return and the annual tax questionnaire, as well as reviewing new revenue-producing activities, sampling revenues to ensure appropriate evaluation of income sources as unrelated business income, and reviewing contracts and rental agreements to identify, track, and suggest changes to avoid unrelated business income tax. Additionally, the position will review and compile documentation for taxable fringe benefits for university employees, employee benefits acquired through the U of A Foundation, and taxable moving expenses. The tax manager proactively identifies and monitors emerging tax policy, identifies and assesses areas of tax compliance risk and provides options and recommendations for addressing potential risk. The role also requires experience in written and verbal communication, including writing opinion memos, procedures, professional correspondence, and maintaining the tax compliance website as well as conducting meetings with employees at all levels or leading training sessions. This role would assist in adhering to post-issuance compliance requirements for the University's tax-exempt debt portfolio and maintain documentation required for tax-exempt bonds. Responsibilities related to post-issuance requirements include but are not limited to monitoring the use of bond-financed facilities to ensure compliance with private use limitations, conduct periodic reviews of bond-financed projects, and develop and implement compliance procedures. The tax manager must stay updated on tax laws and regulations that impact University activities and be prepared to take on other duties as assigned. Must be able to develop strong professional relationships from Vice Chancellors to any other level of employees at the university.
Other duties as assigned

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• At least three years of experience in tax compliance, tax planning, tax preparation, or a related field
• Strong understanding of tax laws and regulations impacting nonprofit organizations and universities, including unrelated business income tax (UBIT), fringe benefits, and tax-exempt status
• Intermediate experience in Excel and strong data analysis experience
• Experience in preparing reports, opinion memos, and correspondence, and experience communicating with employees at all levels

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Enrolled Agent (EA)
• Master’s degree in taxation or accounting
• Experience with tax returns for exempt organizations, specifically the 990-T Exempt Organization Business Income Tax Return
• Experience in consulting or advising on tax issues and providing recommendations for current and emerging challenges

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Detailed Oriented: Attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy
• Self-management: Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a collaborative approach to problem-solving
• Written Communication: Ability to prepare clear, accurate, and concise reports, opinion memos, and professional correspondence related to tax compliance and regulations
• Verbal Communication: Skilled in effectively communicating complex tax information to individuals at all levels of the organization, including faculty, staff, and management
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex tax issues, review contracts, rental agreements, and business activities to identify tax implications, and provide clear recommendations
• Problem-Solving: Strong ability to identify potential tax-related problems or challenges and develop effective solutions

Additional Information:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry, Financial Credit Check will be required for this position.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

Julia Menke, jmenke@uark.edu, Sr. HR Partner
Crystal Ellis, HR Recruiter, ce031@uark.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.