What are the responsibilities and job description for the State/Local Tax Accountant position at Texas A&M Health?
Job Description
Who we are
As a part of the Division of Finance and Operations, University Accounting Services is an employee-centric organization that provides accounting services in partnership with our stakeholders. By promoting high standards of efficiency, integrity, innovation, and customer satisfaction, we ensure financial compliance and accountability to Texas A&M University and its constituents. University Accounting Services provides quality services that enable the institution to track and monitor fiscal operations. Our goal is to assist in developing and maintaining quality accounting records and processes.
What we want
The Financial Accountant I is responsible for state and local income tax reporting for shared service members.
What you need to know
Salary : Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.
Special Instructions : A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. You may upload these in the CV / Resume section.
Other Factors : Ability to work outside of normal business hours such as evenings and weekends as needed.
Required Education and Experience :
Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
No experience required.
Required Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software.
Excellent oral and written communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills in an increasingly
complex environment.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Ability to work independently when necessary.
Ability to analyze activities and recommend process / internal control improvements.
Ability to provide outstanding customer service.
Ability to comprehend and apply rules and regulations and analyze and improve internal controls.
Preferred Qualifications :
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business.
Experience in higher education and tax compliance
Essential Duties / Tasks :
State and Local Income tax reporting - Ensures compliance with State / Local tax regulations for shared service members. Submit State and Local withholding payments, return filings, and annual reconciliations. Ensure follow-through on all adjustments to ensure filings and payments are corrected. Performs audits on pay records for state / local income tax to ensure proper tax deductions are made and makes corrections to the employees pay as needed.
SSN Solicitations - Compile and submit SSN Solicitations to employees who have a missing SSN in Workday.
Customer Service - Responds to customer’s questions concerning State / Local tax inquiries and SSN Solicitation inquiries.
Teamwork - Provides assistance to Tax Compliance and reporting staff based on need, reconciliations, and other special projects.
Why Texas A&M University?
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
of annual paid holidays
Up to and at least month
Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness :
Professional Development : All employees have access to free training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
and for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
