Tax Analyst

Tax Analyst - 530293Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United StatesAccounting/BookkeepingClosing at: Aug 21 2026 - 22:55 CDTPay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $62,300 - Midpoint: $81,000 (Salaried E10)Department/Organization: 502501 - Tax OfficeNormal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pmNote to Applicants: Position is eligible for hybrid work subject to University policy.Job Summary: The Tax Analyst researches and analyzes tax compliance activities in a specialized area. Maintains policies and procedures and provides guidance to university personnel regarding tax matters.Additional Department Summary: Performs tax analyses for foreign nationals receiving University income. Ensures proper tax withholding and reporting within University systems. Administers tax treaty and exemption provisions. Calculates and deposits applicable taxes. Reconciles nonresident alien wage, scholarship, and student account activity. Prepares and validates information for Form 1042-S reporting. Monitors compliance with federal tax requirements. Maintains and updates international and nonresident alien tax policies and procedures. Conducts ongoing tax research. Provides guidance to foreign nationals, University departments, and campus stakeholders to ensure compliance with applicable U.S. and international tax regulations.Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related financial field and six (6) years of tax experience; OR Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and four (4) years of tax experience.Skills and Knowledge: Effective written, verbal, and electronic communication skills. Strong research, organizational, and analytical abilities. Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines. Strong technical tax knowledge and the ability to apply tax regulations, analyze issues, and communicate guidance and recommendations clearly to a variety of stakeholders.Preferred Qualifications: CPA. Graduate degree in accounting, tax, or related field.Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC's Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.The University of Alabama affirms its longstanding commitment to institutional neutrality, free speech, and academic freedom.