Tax Manager.

Position Details
Position Information

Posting date 02/24/2025

Closing date
Open Until Filled Yes

Position Number 1128671

Position Title Tax Manager

Department this Position Reports to Controller's Office

Hiring Range Minimum $107,200

Hiring Range Maximum $134,000

Union Type Not a Union Position

SEIU Level Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status Exempt

Employment Category Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year 12

Scheduled Hours per Week 40

Schedule
This role requires only occasional time on campus, including being available to be onsite during peak tax filing seasons.

Location of Position
Hanover, NH

7 Lebanon Street

Suite 302

Remote Work Eligibility? Hybrid

Is this a term position? No

If yes, length of term in months. n/a

Is this a grant funded position? No

Position Purpose
The Tax Manager is responsible for Institutional compliance with applicable federal and state income tax laws and regulations, providing leadership and guidance to other member of Finance to ensure completeness and accuracy of all tax filings for Dartmouth College and its subsidiaries. The Tax Manager is the primary point of contact for working with external regulatory agencies and tax advisors. The Tax Manager also provides instruction to Alumni classes and clubs regarding their tax reporting obligations.

Description
Dartmouth is an exceptional place to work, where our commitment to the well-being of our community is at the forefront of all we do. Under President Sian Leah Beilock’s leadership, we’ve made significant strides in enhancing mental health resources, fostering open dialogue, and driving sustainability initiatives, all while supporting innovation and lifelong connections. Here, you’ll find a collaborative and inclusive environment that values each individual’s contributions, making it easier for you to thrive personally and professionally. Join us in making a meaningful impact within a community that cares deeply about its members.

In the role of Tax Manager at Dartmouth, you will directly contribute to President Sian Leah Beilock’s mission by ensuring institutional compliance with federal and state tax laws while fostering a transparent and accountable financial environment. Your leadership in managing tax reporting and compliance not only safeguards the integrity of Dartmouth’s financial operations but also enhances collaboration across departments, aligning with the goal of promoting exceptional service and financial transparency. By offering outreach and educational resources to alumni and campus stakeholders, you will help build a knowledgeable community equipped to navigate complex tax matters, further supporting Dartmouth’s commitment to innovation and the well-being of its diverse constituents. Join us in this vital position and play a key role in strengthening the financial framework that enables Dartmouth’s dynamic aspirations!

Additional Resources:

• President Sian Beilock’s Top Priorities https://home.dartmouth.edu/news/2024/12/dartmouth-makes-progress-top-priorities-2024
• Finance Mission Statement: https://www.dartmouth.edu/finance/about/organizational_overview/index.ph
  
  
  

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge And Abilities

• Minimum of 10 years relevant tax reporting and tax accounting experience with a high degree of autonomy.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, financial management, or another applicable field.
• Experience managing complex financial and tax matters, including matters requiring a high degree of confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of computer systems and research applications associated with Federal, state and local tax laws, regulations and filing procedures.
• In-depth knowledge of federal and state tax reporting requirements and deadlines for complex not-for-profit organizations, preferably higher education.
• Knowledge of investment partnership tax reporting, including UBI reporting on Form K-1.
• Strong experience with a variety of tax operations and ability to drive process improvements.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Strong ability to utilize project management skills to organize and prioritize work, including work of other team members.
• Ability to work independently as well as the ability to work well with colleagues and team members.
• Ability to work under pressure of time constraints, manage competing priorities and changes in schedules and priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Highly proficient with computer applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• Commitment to diversity; ability to work effectively with all constituencies in a diverse institution.
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA .
• Experience in higher education or with higher education tax practices.
  
  
  

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries Dianne Ingalls

Department Contact Phone Number Dianne.J.Ingalls@dartmouth.edu

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Dianne Ingalls

Department Contact's Phone Number 603-646-3001

Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Not an essential function

Special Instructions to Applicants
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
Quick Link https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/77332

Key Accountabilities

Description
Tax Compliance

• Responsible for managing the collection, preparation of information, and timely and accurate filing of all federal and state informational and income tax returns for Dartmouth College and affiliated organizations. Prepare supporting workpapers and review workpapers prepared by others. Ensure timely payment of amounts due.
• Review approximately 450 investment partnership K-1s for UBI implications, excise tax implications, federal reporting requirements relating to foreign investment vehicles, and state UBI reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with the Office of General Counsel and the President’s Office to gather information from Trustees and Senior Leaders necessary to file accurate returns.
• Prepare briefing materials and review annual Form 990 filing with senior leaders in Finance, Office of General Counsel, President’s Office, Investment Office, and Office of Communications.
• Responsible for identifying and implementing software to support federal and state tax filings.
• Implement procedures and maintain documentation to manage all tax-related filing requirements for federal returns and approximately 30 state returns.
• Respond to inquiries from the IRS and state agencies.
  
  
  

Percentage Of Time 50

Description
Management and Outreach

• Prepare and present instructional materials to Alumni Class and Club Treasurers regarding their federal Form 990 filing requirements. Serves as a resource for questions.
• Collaborate with Director of Financial Reporting to plan work distribution and timing for financial reporting and endowment/investment accounting staff involved in tax return preparation.
• Maintain relationship with external tax advisors.
• Represent Dartmouth in industry groups.
• Recommend improvements in internal control related to tax compliance matters and implement a review process to ensure tax compliance controls are functioning as intended.
• Lead and participate in outreach and training efforts to support campus awareness of potential tax related matters and planning considerations.
  
  
  

Percentage Of Time 30

Description
Tax Research

• Collaborate with colleagues across the institution to identify, research, and recommend solutions to tax compliance and reporting matters.
• Analyze and evaluate tax implications of transactions; advise on options for compliance.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory tax law developments. Advise Finance and institutional leadership on changes affecting Dartmouth.
• Responsible for identifying and implementing software to support tax research.
  
  
  

Percentage Of Time 20

• Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
• Performs other duties as assigned.