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Tax Manager

Cornell University

Cornell University

Compensation Overview

$106.9k - $130.6k/yr

No H1B Sponsorship

Ithaca, NY, USA

Remote

Bachelor's, Master's, MBA, JD

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Accounting (1)
Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree is required, preferably in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with a minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in federal, multi-state, and local tax compliance, including at least 5 years of experience preparing tax returns and related filings or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Strong knowledge of United States federal and/or state income or indirect tax compliance, laws, and principles is required.
  • A foundational understanding of international income or value-added tax/goods and services tax concepts and issues is required.
  • Proficiency with personal computers, including advanced use of spreadsheet and database software, is required.
  • Demonstrated ability to oversee tax-related systems and ensure data integrity is required.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively present complex tax concepts to a broad range of internal and external stakeholders, are required.
  • The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, remain flexible and well organized, and perform effectively under pressure is required.
  • The ability to manage large institution-wide initiatives and complex individual assignments within established deadlines is required.
  • Experience supporting and assisting in the defense of tax authority audits is required.
  • The ability to develop and implement policies and procedures to mitigate tax risk is required.
  • Demonstrated discretion, sound judgment, and the ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information are required.
  • Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills, with the ability to identify issues and drive timely, effective resolution, are required.
  • Demonstrated skill in understanding cultural differences is required.
Responsibilities
  • Provide management, guidance, and oversight to members of the tax team and payroll staff on tax matters under the guidance of the Assistant Tax Director.
  • Manage tax reporting compliance and strategy, including researching, monitoring, and interpreting current and proposed legislative tax developments, regulations, court cases, and issues related to colleges and universities.
  • Review and monitor University activities, especially ancillary services and potential unrelated business activities, to ensure compliance with tax regulations.
  • Research and advise faculty, staff, and students on the tax consequences of new, existing, and proposed activities, including unrelated business income tax, nonresident alien tax, sales tax, and payroll tax issues.
  • Monitor the University's activity outside the United States and manage foreign tax reporting responsibilities.
  • Review the University's accounting system, contracts, and transactions to identify and advise on tax considerations, evaluating risks with an understanding of the budgetary impact of compliance on university departments.
  • Ensure all applicable global tax returns are prepared and paid or filed by the University and certain affiliates or subsidiaries on time with the appropriate taxing authority.
  • Coordinate and respond to all tax-related information requests from internal and external parties.
  • Provide decision support for specific transactions and circumstances for payroll, accounting, and other financial departments, supply management, fundraising areas, and other Cornell offices as needed.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for tax compliance vendors.
  • Prepare or review the University's global tax returns, including unrelated business income tax or corporate income tax, sales and use tax, value-added tax or goods and services tax, payroll tax, and excise tax returns.
  • Provide training to the campus, business service center staff, and financial administrative staff concerning tax and related regulatory and policy issues.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for tax audits, inquiries, and notices, ensuring timely and complete responses.
  • Provide advice to international faculty and students, visiting researchers, and guest lecturers, including guidance on United States income and employment tax withholding and reporting requirements for payments made to nonresident aliens and the application of tax treaty benefits.
  • Work additional hours outside standard university operating hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as business needs require.
Desired Qualifications
  • A Juris Doctor, Master of Business Administration, or Master of Science with a concentration in Taxation is preferred.
  • Certified Public Accountant designation is preferred.
  • Prior supervisory or team leadership experience is preferred.
  • Proficiency with using artificial intelligence tools for tax research is preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience as a tax return preparer or manager in a high-volume in-house tax compliance department or public accounting team is preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience in federal and/or state taxation of not-for-profit organizations and related issues is preferred.
  • Experience with state income and indirect taxes is preferred.
  • Experience managing payroll tax compliance is preferred.
  • Experience managing federal and/or state tax audits is preferred.
  • Experience within a major public accounting firm serving higher education or nonprofit clients, or in-house experience on a nonprofit tax team, is preferred.
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