The University of Tennessee, Knoxville Hiring for Tax Director, Office of the Treasurer – UT System at Knoxville, TN Full Time

Tax Director, Office of the Treasurer – UT System
Market Range 14

About the UT System
The University of Tennessee System is comprised of campuses at Knoxville, Chattanooga, Pulaski and Martin; the Health Science Center at Memphis; the Space Institute at Tullahoma; and the statewide Institute of Agriculture and Institute for Public Service. The UT System enrolls about 54,000 undergraduate and graduate students statewide, and more than 13,000 students graduate from UT campuses each year with bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral and professional degrees.

The UT System has a presence in each of Tennessee’s 95 counties. Through the combined force of education, research and outreach, the University serves students, business and industry, schools, governments, organizations and citizens statewide.

The University of Tennessee System, through its multiple campuses and institutes, serves the people of Tennessee and beyond through the discovery, communication, and application of knowledge. The System is committed to providing undergraduate, graduate, and professional education programs in a diverse learning environment that prepares students to be leaders in a global society. The UT System’s delivery of education, discovery, outreach, and public service contributes to the economic, social, and environmental well-being of all Tennesseans. 

The Opportunity
This position provides leadership and guidance for the University on tax matters. The University is a dynamic and complex organization and reports and pays taxes to various Federal and State agencies. This position leads the University in terms of conducting tax research, evaluating new and emerging issues, and giving expert advice to various University departments and staff on tax-related compliance matters.

The Tax Officer is responsible for managing, planning, accounting, research, compliance and audit defense as needed to develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure the University complies with federal, state, and international tax laws. This person works closely and collaboratively with the Office of General Counsel in the interpretation and analysis of tax law changes and their associated implications.

The Tax Officer develops strategies to minimize tax exposure through sound and informed application of tax laws and regulations. This position reports to the university Controller in the Office of the Treasurer.

Primary responsibilities will include:

• Unrelated Business Tax
• State, Local, and International Tax
• Payroll Tax Fillings
• Other Miscellaneous Considerations
• Tax Website Maintenance

Qualifications

Key Areas of Responsibility

Education/Experience
The successful candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related business field with five years of tax accounting experience and/or tax research, experience with tax reporting software, EFTPS, state taxpayer access points, and tax research software.

The successful candidate will have the ability to effectively lead work group towards completion of strategic and large scale projects. Detailed knowledge of tax law as it pertains to higher education or the ability to quickly attain such knowledge is required. Excellent oral and written communication skills, strong analytical and problem solving skills, excellent computer skills, and ability to work independently. An important part of performing this job is the ability to set internal deadlines so as to successfully meet different external deadlines. Knowledge of University account structure and attributes. Ability to produce accurate tax returns, tax reporting, and calculate tax payments.

The preferred candidate will hold a Master’s degree with Knowledge of the current status of tax requirements with an emphasis on matters specifically affecting the tax exempt community. Knowledge of college and university organizational structure, knowledge of GASB statements, AICPA Audit guides, and Uniform Guidance is a plus; experience with personal computers and related software, particularly with query software.

The preferred candidate will have strong analytical skills with the capability to further develop analytical skills and provide reporting surrounding University data.  Skills with the following – SAP or other similar integrated information systems, Microsoft Office products including high proficiency in Excel.

Application Process
Applications MUST be accompanied by a resume, references, and a cover letter addressing interest in and qualifications for the role.   

Compensation
Compensation for the position will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience within the market range. 

Benefits
The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits and much more. Additionally, Tennessee residents do not pay a state income tax. Please visit our website to learn more about the generous benefits offered.

Job: Executive/Administrative
Primary Location: US-Tennessee-knoxville
Organization: Treasurer
Schedule: Full-time
Job Posting: Nov 9, 2023, 7:35:41 AM