The University of Minnesota seeks a Senior Tax Analyst to contribute to the mission of the Tax Management Office (TMO), a University-wide division overseeing the tax functions on all campuses. The Senior Tax Analyst assists in providing technical tax expertise to the varied University community in critical tax areas such as unrelated business income, tax-exempt debt, international transactions and activities, charitable contributions, employee compensation and fringe benefits, scholarships and fellowships, tax information reporting, sales and excise taxes, and other tax issues arising in higher education settings.  

Ideal candidates will have an advanced degree in taxation, law or related field, such as JD or MBT and/or CPA certification. Ideal candidates will have tax experience working with tax-exempt organizations including higher education.

Salary Range: $90,000-$115,000, depending on qualifications

We Offer

At the University of Minnesota, you will find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work. The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Generous University-paid contribution of 10% of your salary to your retirement account with immediate  vesting.  
• Substantial time off with 22 paid vacation days per year, in addition to 11 paid holidays plus sick leave.
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Scholarship covering 75% - 100% of eligible tuition.
• Low-cost medical, dental and pharmacy plans  (2022 Enrollment Guide)
• Wellbeing program with opportunity to earn lower health care rates.
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance.
• Annual merit increase program.

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

Tax Advising - 60%

• Assist in researching tax issues, gathering facts,  and analyzing the tax risk. Work with TMO staff to help identify recommendations. 
• Assist TMO staff when working with departments on all campuses as they look to engage in new activities to ensure that they comply with federal and state tax rules and regulations.
• Assist TMO staff on tax projects pertaining to multistate and international tax compliance.

Tax Compliance - 25%

• Assist in ensuring that the University is compliant with tax requirements.
• Prepare, file, amend, or monitor various University federal and state tax returns and forms. 
• Prepare, file, amend or monitor various related-entity federal and state tax returns and forms. 
• Assist with post-issuance debt compliance for University-issued debt and State-issued debt.
• Assist with other tax compliance projects.

Training/Education - 15%

• Assist TMO in educating the University community regarding tax positions and tax requirements, including help with presentations to address tax issues specific to departments. 
• Assist in the development of Tax Management Office Guidelines (TMOGs) that provide guidance from the TMO about tax topics that require technical explanations for a wider audience.

(Percentages are estimates, depending on qualifications and needs of the TMO.)

Required Qualifications (please document on the resume):

• BA/BS degree 
• Minimum of six (6) years of related experience OR combination of advanced degree and experience of six (6) years 
• Tax work experience
• Ability to conduct tax research 
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills; ability to manage multiple responsibilities at one time
• Ability to take initiative/work independently, with good judgment about seeking direction
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups

Preferred Qualifications (please document on the resume):

• BA/BS degree in accounting, finance, or related discipline
• Advanced degree in taxation, law or related field, such as JD or MBT
• CPA certification
• Experience performing tax work in higher education. government or nonprofit setting
• Experience in multiple tax areas noted above in Position Overview.