Financial Administration Accountant

Universities of Wisconsin

Madison, WI, US
Base: $79,000 - $89,000 annually; bonus/equity: no...
Fully remote
Apply generally accepted accounting principles
Execute annual non-payroll tax filings
Manage complex financial statements and ledgers
This position leads the planning, execution, and review of annual non-payroll tax filings while ensuring accuracy in withholding and remittance

Job Summary

  • This position leads the planning, execution, and review of annual non-payroll tax filings while ensuring accuracy in withholding and remittance.
  • The role requires maintaining and improving system-wide tax compliance policies and performing data analytics to ensure completeness of tax-related information.
  • Candidates can expect a starting annual salary within a range of $79,000 to $89,000 commensurate with education and experience.

Matching Summary

This position leads the planning, execution, and review of annual non-payroll tax filings while ensuring accuracy in withholding and remittance.

Salary

Base: $79,000 - $89,000 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Excellent benefits package including health & retirement contributions

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
  • Execute annual non-payroll tax filings
  • Manage complex financial statements and ledgers
  • Perform data analytics and account reconciliations
  • Partner with campus AP Payroll and HR teams

Nice-to-have

  • Strong interpersonal skills across organization levels
  • Effective organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently on complex tasks
  • Proficiency with advanced Excel functions
  • Experience creating complex spreadsheets and reports

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
  • Three or more years of financial management experience
  • Solid understanding of GAAP principles
  • CPA certification highly desirable
  • Eligibility to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship

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