George Washington University - Washington, DC
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In the heart of the nation's capital with additional programs in Virginia, the George Washington University (GW) was created by an Act of Congress in 1821. Today, GW is the largest institution of higher education in the District of Columbia. The University offers comprehensive programs of undergraduate and graduate liberal arts study, as well as degree programs in medicine, public health, law, engineering, education, business, and international affairs. Each year, GW enrolls a diverse population of undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. As one of the largest private employers in the District of Columbia, the University seeks employees who support the teaching, research, and public service mission of the University. The Tax Department, under the Finance Division, is responsible for the university's compliance with federal and state reporting requirements and to protect the university's tax-exempt status. The Tax Department also provides guidance concerning tax withholding and reporting of payments made to international students, scholars, and visitors to GW. The Senior Tax Accountant reports directly to the Tax Director and works under limited supervision to perform various duties. This includes reviewing documentary support and preparing work papers from other university departments, analyzing investment partnership K-1's and hotel book data to capture unrelated business income for both federal and state tax purposes, and performing Form 1042 data analysis and annual compliance filings. This position leads the team in identifying and interpreting university tax consulting and compliance issues as well as non-resident alien tax (NRA) tax compliance. The Senior Tax Accountant determines appropriate tax treatment and provides tax instructions to Accounts Payable and Payroll regarding payments to international students, scholars, and vendors. Additionally, the Senior Tax Accountant serves as a liaison representing the Tax Department at campus/department trainings and seminars as needed, prepares tax materials, and presents at the annual international student tax workshop. The role involves consulting with department heads and their staffs to obtain information concerning reporting requirements, status of accounts, or specific statistical and accounting data. The position also conducts state and local tax research, maintains and renews state sales tax exemptions as needed, and corresponds with federal, state, and local tax authorities as necessary. Participation in meetings, reviewing and evaluating reporting problems, and recommending improvements in methods to correct such problems are also part of the responsibilities. The Senior Tax Accountant prepares special projects at the request of the supervisor and performs other related duties as assigned.