UNIV - Tax Services Supervisor - Controller's Office
Role description
From the employer###Job Description### Summary The position is responsible for managing and overseeing all tax and tax‑compliance activities that may impact the University’s tax status or liability. This role ensures the accurate calculation, reporting, reconciliation, and remittance of all applicable federal, state, and local taxes. It also involves interpreting and adhering to relevant Federal, State, and University policies and regulations to maintain full compliance.
###Benefits### to ensure proper tax treatment of wages, deductions, and
###benefits### for a diverse employee population, including faculty, staff, and student workers.
###Responsibilities### include performing detailed reconciliations to ensure accuracy and supporting quarterly and year‑end processes, including W‑2 reporting, sales and use tax, international taxes, foreign‑source reporting, and unrelated business income taxes. Additionally,
###the role### provides guidance on a variety of tax issues, including executive compensation, endowment spending, Resident FICA claims, and bond compliance. The position also administers the Employee Performance Management System (EPMS) for assigned staff, delivers cross‑departmental training, and supports operational continuity through cross‑training and other
###duties### as needed. Entity Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Classified Cost Center CC002414 University Controller Pay Rate Type Salary Pay Grade University-GEN11 Pay Range 66,400.00 - 92,900.00 - 119,500.000 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Work Shift
###Job Description### The Tax Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all tax-related operations for the University, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations across payroll, financial, and regulatory reporting functions. This role serves as the primary subject matter expert on tax compliance, providing leadership, guidance, and oversight for payroll tax, institutional tax reporting, and complex tax-related transactions.
The Tax Supervisor manages and monitors payroll tax activities, including processing tax adjustments (such as international and student FICA corrections), reviewing liability accounts, and ensuring accurate tax calculations and timely remittance of all federal and state payroll taxes. This role oversees reconciliations between payroll and the general ledger, prepares and reviews journal entries, and ensures timely and accurate completion of monthly, quarterly, and year-end tax reporting.
In addition to payroll tax responsibilities, the Tax Supervisor ensures compliance with federal reporting requirements, including Section 117 foreign source reporting, by compiling, reviewing, and submitting required reports to the Department of Education. The position also provides oversight and guidance on complex tax matters such as employee reimbursements (moving and tuition), international taxation, executive compensation, Affordable Care Act compliance, and other institutional tax obligations.
###The role### leads tax compliance efforts by establishing and maintaining strong internal controls, responding to tax notices and audits, coordinating with external agencies, and ensuring accurate and timely filing of all required tax returns, including quarterly payroll tax filings. The Tax Supervisor interprets and implements regulatory changes, ensures proper system configuration within Workday, and drives process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
This position supervises and develops assigned staff, including workload coordination, performance management, and training, while fostering a high-performing, service-oriented team. The Tax Supervisor collaborates with Payroll, Human Resources, Finance, and other departments to resolve complex issues, provide guidance, and support institutional goals.
###Job Description### Minimum Requirements: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field Experience: 5–7 years in tax, payroll, or accounting, with supervisory
###experience### Knowledge: Payroll tax compliance, federal/state regulations, and financial reporting. Systems:
###Experience### with ERP systems (Workday preferred) and strong Excel skills. Skills: Analytical, detail-oriented, and able to interpret complex regulations. Leadership: Ability to supervise staff and support process improvements.
Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile.
(Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist.
(Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders.
(Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions.
(Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs. , unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs.
, from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs. , from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted.
(Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs. , unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected.
(Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors.
(Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to hear and/or understand conversations.
(Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Additional New Requirements: Computer literacy. If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
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