Job Description

Job Description
| Oversee preparation and filing of federal, state, and local tax returns (e.g., Forms 990, 990-T, 1042, 4720).
Ensure compliance with tax regulations applicable to nonprofit and educational institutions.
Monitor and implement changes in tax laws and regulations.
Oversee submittal of sales and use tax
Establish and maintain tax policies and procedures.
Lead and mentor tax staff
Oversee submittal of fuel tax
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree
CPA license (required).
Master’s degree in taxation or JD (preferred).
5-10 years of experience in nonprofit or higher education tax compliance.
Strong knowledge of federal and state tax laws, especially for tax-exempt organizations.
Excellent communication and project management skills.
Skills and Knowledge
Not Applicable
Responsibilities
Oversee preparation and filing of annual federal, state, local tax and foreign tax returns (e.g., Forms 990, 990-T, 1042, 4720, 5471, 8858, 926, 5713, 8865 and others).
Ensure compliance with tax regulations applicable to nonprofit and educational institutions.
Monitor and implement changes in tax laws and regulations.
Develop and lead the university’s tax strategy to minimize liability and optimize efficiency.
Train and support staff on tax-related matters.
Preparation and review of the University’s annual tax return Form 990 and Form 990T for both the IRS and State filings.
Work includes preparation of tax form 990, a 100-page tax return that discloses to the IRS the University’s financial activity per tax reporting requirements in accordance with section 6033 of the IRS tax code.
The 990T is a compilation of all unrelated business income activity occurring on campus including Dome events, real estate leasing transactions, and exchange transactions that do not support the University’s core mission of education and research.
Oversee compliance with the University’s private business use program. Activity engages with campus to ensure communication of activity occurring on campus is shared timely.
Monitor private business use for tax exempt bond compliance.
Monitoring includes the tracking of private business use.
Training and education to campus to occur frequently so campus members are aware of what triggers private business use and what tax implications exist.
Oversee the monthly and quarterly sales, use, and fuel tax submittals for the campus community.
Including but not limited to activity within the academic centers, auxiliary services, stadium activity and others.