Tax Accountant

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Summary

The University of Michigan, one of the nation's leading public universities, is seeking applicants for a tax advisor position in the Tax Compliance and Planning Office. This office provides tax consulting services and compliance support to the University of Michigan (U-M) and its affiliates. U-M includes Ann Arbor, Flint and Dearborn campuses as well as Michigan Medicine. Affiliates include the University Musical Society, Alumni Association, Michigan Health Corporation and U-M Health and their subsidiaries, e.g., University of Michigan Health-West, Sparrow Health System, among others. This office manages tax risks arising from various operations, including the long-term portfolio, tax-exempt bonds, athletics, healthcare as well as keeps the university in good standing with tax compliance with all federal, state, local and international taxing jurisdictions.

What You'll Do

This position supports U-M's fundamental commitment to the highest standards of ethics, integrity, and conduct while ensuring the implementation of tax compliance with the rules, regulations, and responsibilities. This tax advisor position will assist with tax compliance, including filing tax returns and related matters for U-M and its affiliates, and will work collaboratively with the tax team to implement best practices that support our strategic priorities and initiatives. This position reports to the Tax Director.

Responsibilities*

• Research and keep current with the tax law and reporting responsibilities.
• Develop 'best practices', including policies and tool kits in managing resulting tax risks.
• Communicate with stakeholders, including schools, colleges and units as well as with legal and tax representatives, e.g., with the investment firms, taxing agencies, and institutional peers.
• Prepare and review various federal, state and international tax returns and forms for multiple entities, including exempt organizations, partnerships, taxable corporations, charitable vehicles, such as charitable remainder trusts, as well as multiple activities and transactions, including investments in foreign entities, among others.

Required Qualifications*

The candidate must possess the following:

Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance or accounting, or an equivalent combination of education is required. A CPA certification or a master's degree in accounting or a related field is desired. Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to effectively communicate and work collaboratively with a variety of individuals and units. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of staff. Strong organizational skills and the ability to meet pressing due dates. Excellent analytical and independent problem solving skills.

Work Schedule

This is a full-time position; Monday through Friday. As part of the University of Michigan Finance Division Future of Work initiative, this position may work onsite, remote, or hybrid (both onsite work and remotely) based on the business needs of the unit.

Additional Information

The University of Michigan seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to sustain the excellence of the university, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives and ways of knowing and learning.

Benefits

U-M offers a robust benefits program that includes, among other items, a tuition remission program for its employees, a 2 for 1 match regarding retirement contributions, vested healthcare coverage for long-term employees and an excellent work-life balance.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.