Senior Tax Accountant POST NUMBER: 472597

We are seeking a detail-oriented Sr Tax Accountant to provide professional support to our client's Tax Department and help ensure the goals and objectives of Financial Operations are met. This role is ideal for someone with strong technical expertise, analytical skills, and experience in tax compliance, accounting, and reporting.

Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for all aspects of the tax compliance processes including the preparation of the workpapers, and preparing and timely filing returns, including but not limited to: a) sales and use taxes for Florida and Puerto Rico and b) income tax withholding related to Puerto Rico service providers c) other state and local filings as they arise.
2. Responsible for the accounting and monthly reconciliation of the tax liability accounts for sales and use tax and income tax withholding.
3. Prepares other returns and supporting workpapers as assigned by the Tax Manager such as those related to the Form 990, 990T, 1041s and 5500s.
4. Assists in the operation/maintenance of the tax filing software ProSystem's.
5. Stays abreast of tax law changes in Puerto Rico and Florida in regards to the tax filings noted in number 1 above and updates the Tax Manager, Tax Director, and affected Departments.
6. Recommends, creates, and updates policies and procedures as needed.
7. Assists in providing trainings and conducts meetings throughout the University as needed to disseminate information, improve processes, or improve reporting functionality.
8. Assists in the monthly and fiscal year-end process as needed, including but not limited to the preparation of work papers, reconciliations and account analysis.
9. Performs other duties as assigned or required.
10. Assists in special projects and assignments for Financial Operations.
11. On occasion, travels to other offices and/or off-campus locations for meetings and conferences.

Requirements:
1. Proficiency in Excel and Access, ability to work in Word.
2. Strong technical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
3. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
4. Strong organizational skills with great attention to detail.
5. Ability to multitask and effectively prioritize work in a fast paced corporate-like environment.
6. Strong workpaper skills.
7. Ability to analyze and apply annual changes in tax reporting to the university's tax compliance process including planning, gathering information, and documenting work paper support.
8. Bachelor's Degree: Four (4) years experience in an Accounting/Tax related position.
9. Masters Degree in Accounting and/or CPA.
10. Familiarity with fund and/or not-for-profit accounting principles.
11. Knowledgeable of Tax accounting rules and regulations for non-profits.
12. Familiarity with Banner Financial Systems.