"Tax Compliance Manager"

Tax Compliance Manager

Benefits of Working at UNCW:

Want to become a soaring UNCW Seahawk and work at one of the best universities on the East Coast? Want to put your toes in the sand after a day of work? The University of North Carolina Wilmington offers a wonderfully vibrant university community along with a beautiful location just miles from the beach. Employees of UNCW are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other programs, resources, policies, and practices that help to support a work/life balance. Our programs have been designed to provide a variety of choices to best fit your needs and the needs of your family. Full time employees are eligible for dental, vision and health insurance plans. Health insurance benefit plans eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available. Full time employees are also eligible for the tuition waiver program which covers the cost of tuition and fees for up to three (3) undergraduate or graduate courses per academic year at UNCW or any other university within the UNC System. In addition, UNCW covers the cost of tuition and fees for one UNCW course each summer session. As a full time employee, UNCW also offers a free membership to the Campus Recreation Center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, meditation and yoga sessions, voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays, 24 hours of paid community service leave time, paid vacation and sick leave accrual and family medical leave after 12 months of continuous service. We also offer an abundance of training and development programs through our Dare to Learn Academy, and the employee assistance program, many of which are offered free of charge.

Recruitment Range:

Determined based on qualifications and/or experience.

Vacancy Number:

E1503

Location of Workplace:

Main UNCW Campus

Home Department:

Controller - 35100

Division:

Business Affairs - 35000 Division

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

The Office of Controller includes general accounting, payroll, accounts payable, travel and direct pay, non-student billing, tax compliance, financial reporting, fixed assets, and capital reporting. The department provides financial, accounting, tax, and management reporting support services to the University. The department is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, supervising and administering all accounting functions related to the operation of UNCW and the integration of the budget and procurement system into the official financial records of the University and for the consolidation and maintenance of university financial records to provide accurate and complete financial data to university management, State and federal agencies.

Brief Summary of Work for this Position:

This position reports to the Controller and serves as a member of the Controller's Office leadership team. The role requires expert knowledge of federal and state tax regulations. This position is pivotal in ensuring compliance and strategic planning for the organization's tax-related functions.

Key responsibilities include responding to tax inquiries, conducting thorough research, and advising management on tax planning strategies along with their financial implications. This position involves excellent verbal and written communication skills, collaborating with others to resolve complex and unprecedented tax issues, and developing, delivering, and maintaining multi-level training and comprehensive documentation for campus units. The role ensures the accurate preparation and submission of all required tax forms, returns, and financial reports for the organization. Coordination with the Payroll Department is essential for payroll-related reporting and compliance. This position is responsible for staying informed about changes in tax laws and regulations, communicating their impact, and implementing necessary updates to organizational policies and procedures. This position proactively identifies activities and transactions that expose the organization to tax risks and recommends and implements policy or process changes to mitigate these risks.

The role collaborates with internal departments such as Payroll, Human Resources, Purchasing, Office of General Counsel, Student Accounts, and International Programs to address tax implications for independent contractors, employees working outside North Carolina, non-U.S. citizen employees working within the U.S., and foreign national students. This role performs treaty analysis for foreign nationals to ensure correct federal withholding and reporting. Additional duties include advising and assisting departments such as Athletics, the Office of General Counsel, the Chancellor's Office, and the Provost's Office on tax-related matters.

The position oversees the application and maintenance of sales tax exemptions. This role requires tactful handling of sensitive or controversial issues, fostering productive relationships with internal stakeholders and external entities, and demonstrating leadership in continuous improvement, staff development, and operational excellence. This role performs other duties as assigned or required by the Controller.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance or other discipline related to the area of assignment with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework and three years of professional accounting experience, of which at least one is supervisory; or equivalent combination of training and experience. Some positions may require additional credit hours of accounting coursework. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• MBA, master's in accountancy, or other relevant degree
• Experience in tax accounting
• CPA or another relevant professional credential
• Direct supervisory experience
• Experience in higher education
• Experience with Banner (Ellucian) Systems
• Experience in North Carolina government fund accounting
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent work ethic with commitment to meeting deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to learn technology/software systems to run tax processes and diagnose system issues
• Experience with Microsoft Office products with proficient Excel skills

Required Certifications or Licensures:

None

FTE:

1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)

Months Per Year:

12 Months

Type of Position:

Permanent

Position Number:

7626

Job Posting Date:

03/12/2026

Posting Close Date:

4/9/2026

Number of Openings:

Single Incumbent

Special Notes to Applicants:

PLEASE NOTE: This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application, including the Work History' section before you apply for this position. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

Eligibility for Employment:

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

To apply, visit https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/38816