Nova Southeastern University · 1 month ago
Senior Tax Accountant - 996074
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expNova Southeastern University (NSU) is a not-for-profit, independent university with a reputation for academic excellence and innovation. The Senior Tax Accountant will provide professional support to the Tax Department in meeting the goals and objectives of Financial Operations, focusing on tax compliance processes and accounting responsibilities.
EducationHigher EducationNon Profit
Responsibilities
Responsible for all aspects of the tax compliance processes including the preparation of the workpapers, and preparing and timely filing returns, including but not limited to: a) sales and use taxes for Florida and Puerto Rico and b) income tax withholding related to Puerto Rico service providers c) other state and local filings as they arise
Responsible for the accounting and monthly reconciliation of the tax liability accounts for sales and use tax and income tax withholding
Prepares other returns and supporting workpapers as assigned by the Tax Manager such as those related to the Form 990, 990T, 1041s and 5500s
Assists in the operation/maintenance of the tax filing software ProSystem's
Stays abreast of tax law changes in Puerto Rico and Florida in regards to the tax filings noted in number 1 above and updates the Tax Manager, Tax Director, and affected Departments
Recommends, creates, and updates policies and procedures as needed
Assists in providing trainings and conducts meetings throughout the University as needed to disseminate information, improve processes, or improve reporting functionality
Assists in the monthly and fiscal year-end process as needed, including but not limited to the preparation of work papers, reconciliations and account analysis
Performs other duties as assigned or required
Qualification
Required
Proficiency in Excel and Access, ability to work in Word
Strong technical, analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills with great attention to detail
Ability to multitask and effectively prioritize work in a fast paced corporate-like environment
Strong workpaper skills
Ability to analyze and apply annual changes in tax reporting to the university's tax compliance process including planning, gathering information, and documenting work paper support
Bachelor's Degree
Four (4) years experience in an Accounting/Tax related position
Preferred
Masters Degree in Accounting and/or CPA
Familiarity with fund and/or not-for-profit accounting principles
Knowledgeable of Tax accounting rules and regulations for non-profits
Familiarity with Banner Financial Systems
Benefits
Tuition waiver
Retirement plan
Excellent medical and dental plans
Company
Nova Southeastern University
Nova Southeastern University is a nonprofit, independent research university offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$4.75MKey Investors
Community Foundation of BrowardHealth Foundation of South Florida
2025-06-26Grant· $0.45M
2023-02-15Grant· $1M
2022-02-22Grant· $0.3M
Leadership Team
Marilyn Gardner
Program Professor & Education Enterprise Associate
Theoharis Theoharides
Executive Director, Center of Excellence for Neuroinflammation Research, NSU
Recent News
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