Campus

OSU-Stillwater

Contact Name & Email

Trisha Iyonsi, trisha.iyonsi@okstate.edu

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm.

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

$48,000 - $55,000

About this Position

Join our team at OSU where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring tax compliance for our diverse community of foreign national employees and vendors. We are committed to your success and will provide thorough training to ensure you are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in this role. You'll work closely with various departments including Human Resources, the Office of International Students and Scholars, and Payroll Services. Your primary focus will be on ensuring adherence to tax regulations and optimizing efficiency in our processes.

Tax Compliance Setup and Management:

• Handle the tax withholding setup process for newly onboarded foreign national employees, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.
• Provide guidance on various employment tax matters for foreign national faculty and staff, including tax residency, FICA withholding, and W-4 compliance.
• Manage and maintain the tax compliance system database, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in tracking employee tax-related information.

Tax Treaty Eligibility and Evaluation:

• Determine tax treaty eligibility for a diverse range of individuals, including students, faculty, staff, guest speakers, and other entities.
• Ensure accurate evaluation and application of tax treaties, facilitating smooth processes for eligible individuals.

Vendor Tax Compliance:

• Assist in evaluating and withholding taxes for payments made to foreign national vendors, ensuring compliance with IRS regulations and relevant tax treaties.
• Update processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy in vendor tax compliance procedures.

IRS Forms Preparation and Filing:

• Assist with the preparation and filing of appropriate IRS forms related to foreign national tax withholding and tax treaty benefits, ensuring timely submission and adherence to regulatory requirements.

Training and Education Initiatives:

• Facilitate training sessions to educate applicable parties on policies and procedures regarding foreign national tax issues, fostering awareness and compliance throughout campus.

If you're interested in tax compliance and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply. Help us ensure compliance while supporting our international community at OSU.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's

  Accounting or Business degree

  (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)

• Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:
  • Work well with International Students, Staff, and Faculty.
  • Organized.
  • Communication skills.
  • Critical Thinking: Ability to analyze complex situations, evaluate options, and make well-reasoned decisions.
  • Sensitivity to cultural issues and differences.
  • Accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
  • Analytical Skills: Proficiency in interpreting data, identifying trends, and drawing meaningful conclusions to inform strategic initiatives.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's

  Accounting

• IRS regulations about non-resident alien tax issues.

• Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses:
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
  • IRS Acceptance Agent (AA)
  • IRS Certified Acceptance Agent (CAA)
• Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

  Knowledge of visa category types required under U.S. immigration law.