Tax Analyst - Remote Eligible

Florida State University Controller’s Office

FSU is seeking a motivated senior level remote tax analyst with experience in worker classification, scholarship and fellowship reporting, and taxable fringe benefit analysis who will cross-train and serve as the primary backup to the Assistant Controller of Tax and Compliance on all tax-related matters. This individual serve on a collaborative, collegial team that is responsible for ensuring the university’s compliance in matters related to its domestic and international tax obligations.

Provides analysis functions relating to the taxation of payments made to and on behalf of students, employees, visitors, and contractors as well as worker classification status. Coordinates with business partners (Student Business Services, Payroll, Accounts Payable, Procurement, etc.) to resolve taxation of payments.

Directly responsible for the preparation and filing of IRS Form 1099 series and related work papers.

Collects and analyzes sales tax data received from departments to prepare monthly sales tax returns. Assists departments with understanding and compliance in sales tax. Researches and monitors multi-state sales activity to determine the point at which state and local registration thresholds are met.

Monitors and tracks departmental activity as it relates to all areas of tax to assist with review and analysis to determine potential areas of risk. Researches and resolves basic inquiries and issues regarding tax reporting and filing. Supports efforts to educate FSU departments on relevant tax policies and procedures to ensure compliance and reduce risk of exposure.

Bachelor's degree and two years of experience. (Note: post high-school education and/or experience may substitute at a comparable rate.)

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of and the ability to research, interpret, and apply related federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations.
• Ability to compile, review, and reconcile data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Ability to demonstrate critical thinking based upon in-depth data, substantiating information, considering, and respecting others’ input personal values, and ethics and provide multiple feasible solutions.
• Ability to prioritize, organize and perform multiple work assignments simultaneously.

• Previous tax experience relating to the taxation and reporting of payments made to and on behalf of students, employees, visitors, and contractors as well as worker classification status in either higher education, public accounting, or a related industry.
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or another related field
• Experience with preparation and filing of Florida sales tax returns.
• CPA preferred.

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Starting salary is the mid-$60,000s to low-$70,000s, commensurate with education and experience.

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If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Applicants must attach a resume and cover letter to their online application.

This is an A&P position.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.