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University of California Office of the President · 4 hours ago

MANAGER OF TAX SERVICES

Oakland, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$190K/yr - $225K/yr

10+ years exp

The University of California Office of the President is a world leader in higher education, dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and public service. The Manager of Tax Services provides strategic leadership and oversight of all tax-related functions, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations while managing tax planning, reporting, and compliance activities.

EducationHigher EducationProfessional Services

Responsibilities

Direct the preparation, review, and filing of all required tax returns and informational filings on a systemwide basis, including but not limited to IRS Forms 990-T, 941, 1042-S, 1099, and applicable state and local returns

Ensure accuracy and timeliness of filings, maintaining full compliance with tax laws and reporting obligations

Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and proactively assess implications for UC’s tax positions and compliance activities

Serve as the University’s representative to external tax authorities, including the IRS, state tax agencies, and auditors

Develop and implement tax-related policies, procedures, and internal controls across the UC system to manage risk, ensure consistency, and support compliance

Oversee and interpret policies for complex and evolving areas such as unrelated business income tax (UBIT), sales and use tax, employment tax, and tax-exempt bond compliance

Lead or support enterprise risk assessment and mitigation strategies related to tax compliance and planning

In collaboration with other UC Controller staff, maintain and update relevant Business and Finance Bulletins, UC Accounting Manual content, and other UC policies

Advise senior leadership across the UC system on the tax implications of new initiatives, business structures, partnerships, investments, and international activities

Collaborate with functional areas such as procurement, payroll, human resources, legal, and investment offices to address cross-functional tax issues

Evaluate opportunities for tax efficiencies and recommend strategic actions to improve the University’s overall tax position while aligning with its non-profit mission

Serve as the centralized subject matter expert and coordinating authority for tax professionals throughout the UC system

Lead regular meetings with tax staff at campuses, medical centers, and foundations to share knowledge, disseminate best practices, and ensure consistent interpretation and implementation of tax regulations

Build strong relationships and foster collaboration with internal stakeholders across the UC system

Provide guidance and training to systemwide tax personnel and related staff

Provide leadership, oversight, and mentorship to a team of tax professionals

Guide recruitment, retention, and evaluation of staff

Develop and communicate overarching, multi-year unit and individual priorities and objectives

Encourage training and development to improve the effectiveness and growth of the unit and individual employees

Make recommendations and implement decisions on departmental issues (operations, budget, staffing needs, employee relations, etc.)

Ensure effective communication with internal and external stakeholders, including executive management, outside counsel, and tax advisors

Qualification

Tax complianceTax planningLeadershipTax regulations knowledgeTax software familiarityTeam managementCollaborationCommunication

Required

Min 10 years progressive experience in tax compliance and planning, preferably with experience in a large, complex, or matrixed organization

In-depth knowledge of federal and state tax regulations applicable to tax-exempt entities, including higher education institutions

Demonstrated experience managing tax filings, audits, and advisory functions for a multi-entity organization

Strong leadership and team management experience

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred

Experience in a university or public-sector environment

Experience with tax-exempt bond compliance and nonresident alien taxation

Familiarity with tax software, ERP systems, and financial reporting tools

Master's degree in Taxation or JD with tax specialization

CPA

Benefits

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit: Benefits of Belonging

Company

University of California Office of the President

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The Office of the President is the system wide headquarters of the University of California, managing its fiscal and business operations, and supporting the academic and research missions across its campuses, labs and medical centers.

Oakland, California, USA

1001-5000 employees