Tax Accountant

8:00am - 5:00pm, Monday - Friday

This position may be eligible for a telework schedule once onboarding into position is complete and with supervisor approval.

Within the Division of Business Affairs, the Financial Services department provide central accounting and budgeting services for the university and its financial affiliates, including its foundations and related entities. This department is comprised of the following core office/sub-units: Financial Systems Support, Controller's Office, Budget & Financial Analysis Office, Treasury Services, and Materials Management (including Purchasing, Receiving & Stores, and Inventory Control & Surplus).

The Controller's Office provides central business support/oversight for accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, business process management and compliance, e-Commerce, financial reporting, fixed asset accounting, payroll, tax management, travel and other business payments and reimbursements.

Within the Office of the Controller, the Tax & Payroll work unit manages the University's strategies, policies, people, processes, technologies, compliance, controls, and reporting related to tax reporting/compliance and payroll. Supervise payroll operations and essential tax compliance duties, including independent contractor review, UBIT analysis and tax return, sales and withholding tax returns preparation, treaty analysis and general review of foreign nationals, and 1099 quarterly/monthly review.

The Tax Unit manages tax compliance, serves as a resource to the university community on tax issues, ensures timely and accurate filing of University tax returns, consults with departments on employee and independent contractor determinations, and develops necessary procedures and reporting systems to ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations. Tax Office staff advise international students and scholars on tax treaty benefits, tax withholding and reporting requirements, and provide guidance to departments regarding payments to vendors and employees from other countries.

The University's Tax Accountant manages tax matters related to foreign nationals' employment with the University, determining income tax status and treaty benefits when applicable. This position works with the Assistant Controller-Tax & Payroll on various tax matters, including income and sales tax returns and filings, Form 990T, unrelated business income, employee classification, withholding on payments and 1099 reporting, and departmental training.

UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/

Please submit a resume and cover letter.

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