Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Baylor University
Job overview
The Tax Compliance Manager at Baylor University ensures compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws and optimizes tax strategies for the university's tax obligations.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves preparing various tax returns, coordinating with multiple university departments, ensuring timely filing and compliance, responding to tax notices, providing tax guidance to stakeholders, maintaining tax knowledge, and preparing training materials.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and automatic retirement contributions.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, legal or related field, five years of relevant tax experience, and a CPA or J.D.; a master's in taxation and eight years experience are preferred. Skills include strong communication, organizational abilities, proficiency with CCH tax software, and ability to work independently and cross-functionally.
Work environment and culture
The university values cultural humility, diversity, and a positive team environment within a Christian higher education setting, emphasizing collaboration and communication across campus populations.
Company information
Baylor University is a research university with a Christian foundation, offering a vibrant campus life in Waco, Texas, and focusing on strategic growth and community engagement.
Team overview
The Tax Compliance Manager will work within the Controller’s Office, coordinating with multiple departments and campus partners.
Job location and travel
The job is located at Baylor University in Waco, Texas, with occasional after-hours work required to meet deadlines.
Unique job features
The role includes unique responsibilities such as maintaining the university’s tax manual, providing tax training to campus partners, and managing compliance across multiple states for a research university.
Company overview
Baylor University is a private Christian university located in Waco, Texas, known for its strong emphasis on research and academic excellence. Established in 1845, it is the oldest continuously operating university in Texas and offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines. The university generates revenue through tuition fees, research grants, and donations from alumni and benefactors. Baylor is also recognized for its vibrant campus life, including NCAA Division I athletics, and its commitment to integrating faith and learning.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your expertise in tax compliance, particularly your experience with federal, state, and local tax regulations relevant to higher education and tax-exempt organizations.
Emphasize your CPA license or J.D., your ability to manage multiple tax filings such as Forms 990 and 990-T, and your proficiency with CCH tax software, along with your strong communication and cross-functional coordination skills.
Apply through Baylor University’s official career site and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and ensure you reach all relevant hiring channels.
Connect with professionals in Baylor’s Controller’s Office or tax compliance team on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on Baylor’s commitment to compliance in higher education or asking about recent tax challenges they’ve navigated.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'tax compliance,' 'tax-exempt organizations,' 'CPA,' 'CCH tax software,' 'Forms 990 and 990-T,' and 'cross-functional coordination' to pass automated screenings effectively.
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