Tax Accountant
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Job Location:
Burr Ridge, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system at UChicago Medicine as a Tax Accounantfor the Finance department at our Burr Ridge location.
The Tax Accountant will assist the Tax Reporting and Compliance team in overseeing tax compliance for the University of Chicago Medicine. This position will be responsible for ensuring payroll sales and use property tax and 1099/1042 information reporting compliance with the federal/state/local tax laws including filing of returns for not-for-profits taxable C-corporations partnerships and international tax filings. The individual will work closely with the Strategic Tax Reporting and Compliance leadership to plan and maintain an efficient/timely compliance process reduce overall tax risk and ensure the delivery of high-quality services to UChicago Medicine and its affiliates. The position will research tax laws and regulations and document and communicate their impact broadly to the organization. This person will be a key tax consultant for affiliates and play a critical role in maintaining/establishing strong relationships with them.
Essential Job Functions:
- Research and document compliance with state laws specific to remote work
- Prepare new registrations for state tax compliance for remote workforce
- Monitor payroll rosters and liaise with HR for potential new hires in states not currently registered for payroll
- Provide internal tax support and manage open cases with external payroll tax preparers
- Provide tax support to payroll department on state tax issues.
- Prepare new registrations for state tax compliance for remote workforce
- Monitor payroll rosters and liaise with HR for potential new hires in states not currently registered for payroll
- Provide internal tax support and manage open cases with external payroll tax preparers
- Provide tax support to payroll department on state tax issues.
- Review Illinois and Indiana sales and use tax returns for: Not-for-profits taxable C-corporations and partnerships related to hospital operations
- Assist accounts payable and payroll in the review of annual information return filings (1099) and IRS inquiries/compliance checks
- Gather and review 1099s received by UCM and related entities.
- Provide periodic financial statement reporting for New Markets Tax Credits projects
- Research and interpret tax issues document and communicate findings.
- Identify areas of opportunity and recommend procedures processes and instructions to create efficient and aligned work.
- Prepare W-9s and review W-8s other FATCA compliance forms.
- Process periodic GL entries to account for tax receivables/payables and accrued property taxes.
- Work closely with Legal and UCM facilities to ensure property taxes are paid on time
- Track refunds related to certificates of error and new property tax exemptions
- Assist in the preparation of new property tax exemption applications and annual property tax renewal submissions.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in accounting taxation or related field from an accredited college or university.
- 2 years of work experience preferable at least 1 year in accounting and/or taxes (includes internships)
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Advanced computer skills required including Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint).
- Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential.
Licensure or Certification:
CPA or CFA certification is preferred but not required
Position Details:
- JobType/FTE: Full Time (1.0FTE)
- Shift: 8:00AM-5:00PM Monday-Friday
- Location: Burr Ridge IL - onsite 1-2x per week.
- Unit/Department: Finance
- CBA Code: Non-Union
Must comply with UCMCs COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly a pre-employment physical drug screening and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.
Why Join Us
Weve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion always mindful that each patient is a person an individual. To accomplish this we need employees with passion talent and commitment with patients and with each other. Were in this together: working to advance medical innovation serve the health needs of the community and move our collective knowledge forward. If youd like to add enriching human life to your profile The University of Chicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront were doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.
Bring your career to the next level at a hospital that is thriving; from patient satisfaction to employee engagement we are at the Forefront of Medicine. Take advantage of all we have to offer and #BringYourPassiontotheForefront.
University of Chicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at: University of Chicago Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color ethnicity ancestry sex sexual orientation gender identity marital status civil union status parental status religion national origin age disability veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.
Key Skills
- Tax Experience
- Accounting Software
- GAAP
- QuickBooks
- Accounting
- Sage
- Account Reconciliation
- Analysis Skills
- Research Experience
- SOX
- Microsoft Excel
- Financial Analysis
About Company
UChicago Medicine provides superior health care in a compassionate manner, ever mindful of each patient's dignity and individuality.
