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University of Arkansas

Tax Compliance Administrator

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Arkansas, us, 72702

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Closing Date:

01/13/2026

Type of Position:

Accounting

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Not Specified

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

The University of Arkansas is a land‑grant institution founded in 1871, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S., surrounded by numerous Fortune 500 companies and a strong regional economy. Northwest Arkansas is quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life. As an employer, the University offers a vibrant work environment, a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work‑life balance, and a benefits package that includes health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Summary of Job Duties The Tax Compliance Administrator, under the supervision of the Controller, serves as the Institutional Compliance Officer for one or more laws that affect institutional‑level activities. This role develops institution‑wide tax compliance policies, maintains relevant data and reporting, and serves as the subject matter expert on higher education tax compliance issues. The Administrator provides strategic leadership and operational oversight to ensure the institution’s compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations, and communicates risk and remediation strategies to university leadership. Regular, reliable, and non‑disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher learning

Education and/or professional experience in accounting, legal, regulatory, compliance, or public sector environments

Experience and understanding of laws and regulations affecting institutional‑level activities

Experience developing and implementing policies and procedures

Experience and proficiency in compliance data management and reporting

Experience in providing consultation and resolution for policy violations

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in higher education or similar institutional settings

Familiarity with institutional risk management and remediation strategies

Experience in developing and delivering training programs

Experience with effectively communicating risk and remediation strategies to leadership

Experience with tax compliance software and tools

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and financial systems

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Strong knowledge of tax‑exempt organization compliance issues

Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills

Effective written and verbal communication skills for training and policy development

Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a dynamic environment

Additional Information Salary Information:

$86,355 (commensurate with education and experience)

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

Crystal Ellis, Strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist, ce031@uark.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS. Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre‑employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Financial Credit Check, Sex Offender Registry. The University conducts background checks for applicants being considered for employment, including criminal background and sex offender registry checks. For certain positions, additional checks may be required, such as financial (credit) background, Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non‑discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high‑quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all. The University is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate in its education programs or activities on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Physical Requirements:

Constant Physical Activity:

Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Talking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Talking

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

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