International Tax Specialist Position Available In Orleans, Louisiana

International Tax Specialist Tulane University New Orleans, LA Job Details Full-time $52,000 a year 2 days ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 403(b) Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Management CPA Tax accounting Mid-level Finance Bachelor’s degree GAAP Accounting Organizational skills Payroll 1 year Business 2 years Accounting Communication skills Tax experience Technical accounting Time management Full Job Description The International Tax Specialist is responsible for managing foreign national nonresident alien (NRA) payroll processes, taxation, foreign tax treaties, and administration of the Glacier determination/reporting system. This position will perform outreach to the Tulane community and affected individuals (students, faculty, and employees) to educate them on reporting responsibilities of nonresident aliens and completing the University’s tax determination processes to ensure compliance with Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regulations.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Technical Knowledge/Competencies:

Current on federal, state, and University developments and complex NRA regulations as they relate to nonresident alien account documentation, including W8 forms, and update account information based on IRS reporting requirements. Excellent analytical, technical and tax accounting/technology skills with knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), tax compliance and corporate consolidated returns. Independent thinking, analyze and combine large volumes of data from a variety of sources Ability to act independently and exercise sound judgment with sensitivity to identify matters that include higher-level management consultation. Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to read and interpret complex federal, state and local policies, legislative briefs, regulations and other written documentation as it pertains to tax compliance and filing matters.

Customer Service:

Works with staff and faculty employees to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available services; is committed to providing quality services. Has the ability to be prompt, accurate, confidential, and cordial in assisting employees with payroll questions and problems. Possesses the ability to maintain professional demeanor in a setting with multiple interruptions.

Organization and Communication Skills:

Demonstrates excellent organizational skills with attention to detail, time management, task oriented, good interpersonal skills, patience, perseverance and follow-through. Expresses information to individuals effectively taking into account the audience and nature of the NRA payroll tax related information; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. Has the ability to interact with individuals internal and external to the organization in an effective, courteous, and productive manner which includes producing error-free correspondence and work products.

Integrity/Honesty:

Contributes to maintaining the integrity of the organization’s payroll systems; displays high standards of ethical conduct and understands the impact of violating these standards. Has the ability to maintain confidentiality in all work performed.

Flexibility:

Is open to change and new information; adapts behavior or work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles; effectively deals with ambiguity; can perform in a multi-tasking environment. Required Education and/or Experience Bachelor’s Degree• Two (2) to four (4) years’ experience working in payroll or accounting •An advanced degree in accountancy or registration as a Certified Public Accountant may be substituted for one year of professional experience. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related field Four (4) years (48 months) plus years full time (or part-time equivalent) of progressively responsible experience in professional level tax NRA accounting work Familiarity using GLACIER for Non-Resident Alien Tax Compliance Process the ability to timely evaluate and/or change existing NRA programs that address changing regulatory requirements and the evolutionary needs of the University. Proficient knowledge of state and federal tax laws and regulations, as related to nonresident alien account documentation, including W8 forms, and update account information based on IRS reporting requirements

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

403(b) Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday Ability to

Commute:

New Orleans, LA 70112 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

New Orleans, LA 70112: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person