University Tax Director

4 weeks ago

Harrisonburg VA USA, United States Jobelephant (Tony Ngo) - DE Full time
Job Title: Tax Director

James Madison University seeks a highly skilled Tax Director to join its Finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the University's overall tax compliance initiatives, ensuring adherence to state, federal, and international tax laws.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Directs overall institutional tax compliance, including adherence to all local, state, and federal laws.
  • Serves as a University-wide resource for all tax-related issues.
  • Works directly with Payroll, Accounts Payable, Financial Reporting, Cash & Investments, International Accounting, University Business Office, as well as James Madison Innovations (JMI) on unusual tax issues.
  • Prepares the University's annual income tax filing (Form 990-T).
  • Monitors and reviews activities within the University to ensure compliance with federal and state UBIT laws.
  • Performs research on University revenues to ensure accurate reporting of income.
  • Performs all accounting and reporting related duties for James Madison Innovations (JMI), including:
    • Complies with 1099 reporting requirements.
    • Prepares JMI annual income tax filing (Form 990-T).
    • Files State Corporation Commission Annual Report.
    • Prepares quarterly financial reports.
    • Prepares JMI bank reconciliation.
    • Consults with University tax counsel on any novel tax issues.
  • Manages business registration exemptions in foreign states.
  • Assists with ensuring compliance with bond covenants limiting private business use and arbitrage.
  • Provides expert advice on taxable fringe benefits, independent contractor determinations, and executive compensation issues.
  • Directs VAT tax recovery program.
  • Serves as a resource for any unusual Foreign National Tax questions.
  • Assists in evaluating potential foreign permanent establishments.
  • Maintains sales and use tax procedures.
  • Works collaboratively with other members of JMU Finance.
  • Assumes responsibility for special projects.
Qualifications:
  • 3-5 years of relevant experience.
  • Certified Public Accountant.
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Knowledge of state and federal tax laws and regulations.
  • Ability to use web-based statutory and regulatory resources to research tax matters.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of professional individuals.
  • Ability to exercise appropriate judgment in making decisions related to tax matters.
  • A strong focus on providing excellent customer service.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in a higher education or non-profit setting with global initiatives.
  • Experience in managing tax audits and working with tax authorities.
  • Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
  • Demonstrated organizational and time-management skills.
  • Exhibit a high level of attention to detail, analytical acumen, intellectual curiosity, and creativity.
  • Excellent technical skills - able to adapt and learn new technologies and solutions quickly.
  • Manage multiple efforts while working under pressure to meet or exceed deadlines.
  • Analyze data to draw business-relevant and objectively determined outcomes.
Additional Information:

JMU's Dual Career and Community Resources Program is available for candidates that will be relocating to the area.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination.

This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

We promote access, inclusion, and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents, and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission.

The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity.

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs, please contact us at or You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807, and we will be happy to assist you.

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