Tax Manager

Amherst•Amherst, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Amherst College invites applications for the Tax Manager position. This is a full-time, year-round role within the Office of the Controller and general finance areas. The Tax Manager will lead the institutional tax strategy, assist with accounting, analysis, and special projects, and ensure the College's compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws. The position reports to the Assistant Controller.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in finance or accounting.
3 to 5 years of related experience.
An equivalent combination of education/experience in lieu of the minimum education and related experience.

Nice To Haves

In-depth knowledge of IRS 501(c)(3) tax regulations, specifically those relating to higher educational institutions.
Experience with completing Forms 990 and 990T, and similar forms.
Ability to interpret complex IRS private letter rulings, general IRS regulations, and court decisions related to tax issues.
Ability to incorporate required changes in business processes to comply with tax regulations.
Demonstrated knowledge of GAAP, general ledgers, higher education financial statements, and working within an audited environment.
Experience with Workday, Microsoft Excel, Tax Navigator (or similar system like Sprintax, Glacier).
Proven ability to translate complex tax implications to non-financial stakeholders, such as colleagues and Trustees.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to navigate difficult conversations.
Bachelor’s degree in taxation and/or accounting.
Certified Public Accountant.
Four years in a tax position within a higher education institution.

Responsibilities

Ensures the College remains in full compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws.
Guides the College on tax law requirements and planning, both broadly and for specific departments.
Conducts annual reviews of activities to identify, calculate, and report Unrelated Business Income Tax (UBIT).
Leads the administration, preparation, review, and timely filing of IRS Form 990 and 990-T, and similar Commonwealth of MA tax forms and other states as needed.
Manages Non-Resident Alien (NRA) taxation for payments to international students, visiting faculty, and other visitors, ensuring accurate tax withholding and reporting using compliance software.
Analyzes documentation through Tax Navigator and approves payments to international visitors.
Administers the FNIS process and calculates tax liability on scholarship awards to international students.
Provides security administration for Tax Compliance Software.
Completes and files the annual 1042-S and 1042 Forms.
Oversees the accurate administration of IRS Form 1098-T to students and the IRS.
Assists treasury colleagues in monitoring "private business use" of campus facilities financed through tax-exempt bonds.
Serves as backup for the Assistant Controller for administrative and accounting purposes related to the endowment and other investments.
Administers and leads selective projects and analysis needs identified by finance leadership.