Tax Analyst

This position is located in Ithaca New York. The successful candidate will have the option to perform this role remotely at a locationof their choosing within the United States.

The NewYork Convenience of employer guidelines require New York State individual tax reporting andwithholdings for this position. Additional individual state income tax filings may also be required if workingoutside New York State.

Note: No Visa sponsorship is available for this position.

What is the Division of Financial Services and the University Tax Office
Cornell University unique among peers is the federal land-grant institution of New York State a private endowed university and a member of the Ivy League. The Division of Financial Services (DFS) provides central financial functions in support of the universitys academic Division of Financial Services vision is To deliver world-class financial services to the university.

The University Tax Office is responsible for managing the federal state and international tax compliance for Cornell University and its related entities and acting as a resource to the University for tax-related issues.

What you will do:

Reporting to and working under the close direction and supervision of the Tax Manager the Tax Analyst:

• Gathers tax reporting data and enters or compiles tax data into tax preparation software files or documents.
• Performs basic tax analysis reconciliations and calculations.
• Reviews and responds to assigned tax-related emails and phone calls.
• Assists with responding to tax notices and inquiries from taxing jurisdictions/authorities.
• Supports any of the Universitys global tax returns or reports but will typically focus efforts in a few tax subspecialities (e.g. sales and use tax payroll tax Form 990/unrelated business income tax).
• With the Tax Managers guidance performs basic tax research tasks that may include reading and analyzing tax return instructions laws and regulations and conveying findings to other Tax Office team members.
• The Tax Analyst will have a basic understanding of accounting rules and requirements to understand and apply basic tax accounting concepts.

While position responsibilities vary every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative collaborative open and welcoming; showing respect compassion and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.

Note: The person in this position will be expected to work additional hours outside standard university operating hours including nights weekends and holidays as business needs require. All employees are accountable for supporting the organizations values of collegiality integrity initiative excellence civility and stewardship; and supporting inclusive and sustainable practices in carrying out everyday responsibilities. Employees will participate in performance evaluations including dialogues 360-degree surveys assessments etc.

What we need:
We are seeking a resourceful and team-oriented tax associate with a basic understanding of accounting concepts and reconciliations. You will have a passion for detailed work and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Additionally you will have:

• Bachelors Degree with a focus in accounting business finance or a related field with a minimum 3 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and understand tax return instructions and other guidance.
• Basic understanding of accounting concepts and reconciliations.
• Demonstrated interest in a career in taxation.
• 1 to 2 years of experience in preparing U.S. federal state or local income or indirect tax returns or licensed CPA or bar licensure in a U.S. state or territory.
• Demonstrated success functioning as part of a team: must be flexible and well organized.
• Discretion tact and good judgment for working with highly sensitive and confidential information.
• Demonstrated skills in analyzing issues and in identifying and resolving problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and orally with a wide range of contacts both internal and external; ability to work effectively with faculty staff students tax authorities and the public.
• Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity equity access inclusion and wellbeing.
• Passionate about working in an organization that values and promotes diversity equity inclusion anti-racism and wellbeing.

If you have all those things great! We have a few more items that we would prefer you to have but not required:

• Active CPA or bar licensure or desire to obtain or pursue CPA or bar licensure.
• Experience with non-profit taxation JD MBA or MS with a concentration in Taxation

What we offer:

Great benefits that include educational benefits access to a plethora of wellness programs employee discounts with local and national retail brands health care options to choose from generous paid leave provisions: 3 weeks of vacation 14 university paid holidays (including end of year winter break through New Years Day) and superior retirement contributions.

An active and diverse community to work and thrive in Cornell is situated in picturesque Ithaca New York the heart of the Finger Lakes. Ithaca is home to two academic institutions state parks waterfalls gorges and a wide range of art galleries theaters eateries wineries and breweries. Ithaca has something to suit all ages and interests!

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