University of Chicago · 1 day ago
Tax Manager
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $140K/yr
5+ years expThe University of Chicago is committed to exemplary fiscal stewardship and is seeking a Tax Manager to oversee tax compliance and preparation of various tax forms. This role involves managing external tax preparers, responding to audits, and advising on significant tax issues within the organization.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Prepares and timely files Form 990, Form 990T, Form 4720, state tax returns, foreign filings (Form 926, 5471, 8865 etc.), country-by country report, tax extensions, and other tax forms for the University and related organizations
Monitors the receipt of K-1’s and other relevant tax information related to the investments of the University
Manages external tax preparers’ activities related to the preparation and filing of 990, federal and state 990-T, and Form 4720 excise tax return
Works with the Investment Office staff to access reports and information in Backstop
Works with campus units that generate unrelated business income
Responds to IRS and state agency audits, inquiries, and tax notices
Researches and writes complex tax issues and matters
Keeps current with new tax laws and changes
Advises Controller and Associate Vice President for Finance of significant tax issues
Applies for certificate of residency Form 8802 for the University and maintains Form 6166
Works closely with Financial Services staff on various accounting issues
Assists with the preparation of year-end financial statement work papers
Participates in special projects as requested by management
Uses in-depth knowledge and experience to perform a variety of complex operating or cost accounting activities, incorporating accounting theories and principles
Guides others and acts as a resource on systems of recording costs or other financial and budgetary data
Performs other related work as needed
Qualification
Required
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline
Prepares and timely files Form 990, Form 990T, Form 4720, state tax returns, foreign filings (Form 926, 5471, 8865 etc.), country-by-country report, tax extensions, and other tax forms for the University and related organizations
Monitors the receipt of K-1's and other relevant tax information related to the investments of the University
Manages external tax preparers' activities related to the preparation and filing of 990, federal and state 990-T, and Form 4720 excise tax return
Works with the Investment Office staff to access reports and information in Backstop
Works with campus units that generate unrelated business income
Responds to IRS and state agency audits, inquiries, and tax notices
Researches and writes complex tax issues and matters
Keeps current with new tax laws and changes
Advises Controller and Associate Vice President for Finance of significant tax issues
Applies for certificate of residency Form 8802 for the University and maintains Form 6166
Works closely with Financial Services staff on various accounting issues
Assists with the preparation of year-end financial statement work papers
Participates in special projects as requested by management
Uses in-depth knowledge and experience to perform a variety of complex operating or cost accounting activities, incorporating accounting theories and principles
Guides others and acts as a resource on systems of recording costs or other financial and budgetary data
Resume/CV (required)
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in accounting or bachelor's degree in business administration, with a concentration in accounting
Master of Science in accounting (MSA), taxation (MST), or MBA
CPA
Background with alternative investments, K-1's, and endowment-related tax compliance
Work with large, not-for-profit entities
Knowledge of federal income tax related to higher education
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Familiar with tax software like K-1X (formerly C-TRAC)
Research tax issues for compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations
Communicate tax and accounting information clearly and concisely
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Attention to detail
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Think strategically and translate into operational objectives
Independently develop and analyze alternative solutions and make recommendations
Establish and maintain relationships at all organizational levels
Flexibility and ability to work effectively and gracefully under considerable time pressure to meet tax deadlines
Benefits
Health
Retirement
Paid time off
Company
University of Chicago
One of the world’s great intellectual destinations, the University of Chicago empowers scholars and students to ask tough questions, cross disciplinary boundaries, and challenge conventional thinking to enrich human life around the globe.
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