Operations Tax Reporting Specialist – Contract – Nashville, TN – $20.00-$25.00/hr.

The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s/applicant’s qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.

The end client is unable to sponsor or transfer visas for this position; all parties authorized to work in the US without sponsorship are encouraged to apply.

Our client is seeking an Operations Tax Reporting Specialist in Nashville, TN.

Role Description

Perform quality control testing of IRS Forms 1099 and 1042-S that are delivered to institutional clients

The role will entail diverse functions such as:

- Reconcile investment income and proceeds, that are paid to clients, to the 1099 and 1042-S Forms to ensure accurate reporting.

- Validate client information that appears on forms by checking against the firm’s source records and statements.

- Support the team in reconciling tax that is withheld from clients and paid to the IRS and state taxing authorities.

- Review standard operating procedures; recommend updates as applicable (e.g. based on current file layouts and or updated taxing authority reporting instructions).

- Communicate issues in detail and track them to resolution.

- Develop and maintain tracking spreadsheets.

- Maintain and update tax season runbook logs, keep and publish meeting minutes.

- Provide management reporting of metrics, issues, and status.

- Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to ensure timely and accurate reporting.

Skills & Requirements

- Finance, or accounting degree and or 3 years relevant financial services experience

- Candidate must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- Intermediate (at minimum) Excel expertise (e.g. demonstrated ability to create formulas, perform V/X look-ups, and use pivot tables).

Benefits/Other Compensation

This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit).

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there’s a position you really want, you’re fully prepared to get it.

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