Job Description:

Reporting to the University Controller/Treasurer, the Tax Compliance Accountant oversees international income tax withholding and reporting to the IRS, ensures compliance with IRS regulations concerning worker classification and make determinations on such requests, and manages the University's property and casualty insurance programs including claims activity.
The following duties are customary for this position but are not to be construed as all-inclusive. Duties may be added, deleted and assigned based on management discretion and institutional needs.

• Manage and oversee WKU international income and tax withholding and reporting responsibilities.
• Ensure compliance with IRS regulations concerning worker classification and make determinations on such requests.
• Prepare and submit annual 1042 forms for nonresident aliens.
• Oversee the University's insurance contracts for auto, property, and various departments' required general liability insurance.
• Handle/submit all claims for auto, property, student accident and Kentucky Board of Claims.
• Liaison for WKU insurance agent and various department contacts.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
• Minimum three years' experience in business field

Additional Information:

Salary Range: $56,000 to $65,000
Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.
Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.
Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.
Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php
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Application Instructions:

The following items must be submitted through this electronic talent management system:

• Cover Letter
• Resume

You will receive email confirmation that your submission has been received. The candidate review process will generally begin as materials are received.