Tax Supervisor

Job Description

The Tax Supervisor has the technical knowledge and research background needed to serve as the supervisor of the university's non-resident alien income tax compliance program and assists the Tax Director with other university tax compliance needs. The role manages tax determination systems, interprets IRS regulations and tax treaties, and collaborates with university departments.

Responsibilities

Supervises and assists team responsible for processing payments to non-US citizens. Conducts tasks including but not limited to determining an individuals' tax status, performing the substantial presence test / treaty analysis, coding of taxes / treaty benefits, determining required tax withholding for athletic and educational scholarships, employment, contractual services and other educational payments. Reconciles taxes withheld from university payments to IRS deposits and amounts reported on IRS Forms 1042 and 1042S. Files IRS Forms 1042 and 1042S, annually. Identifies and develops improvements and efficiencies for university tax reporting and compliance.

Gathers and analyzes university department unrelated business income tax workpapers, reviews and recommends updates to comply with federal and state tax laws and regulations. Compiles report of university revenue generating activities and documents university tax positions. Performs UBI research and prepares federal and state unrelated business income tax returns and supporting workpapers.

Advises university departments on tax implications of university transactions. Conducts federal, state, international / non-resident alien tax research to address specific issues and provides guidance to university management, departments and staff.

Participates in university revenue generating contract and sponsorship agreement reviews. Assists with university department ongoing tax issues to ensure proper tax reporting and compliance.

Monitors changes in federal and state tax law and regulations impacting universities, specific to non-resident alien taxation, immigration, unrelated business income taxation, and state sales tax. Summarizes impact of new laws and develops new university processes. Assists Tax Director with audit responses. Attends non-resident alien and university tax conferences and trainings. Participates in peer discussions and meetings.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications : Bachelor's degree -OR- equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of four (4) years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications : Masters in Accounting, tax specialization with a CPA. Minimum 4 years university tax or comparable public accounting / other tax experience.

Degree Equivalency Clause : Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree.

• Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate () is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
• SB 1310 : Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
• A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed :
• (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
• (c) Six years of direct experience for a master's degree;
• (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
• (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree
• Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.
• Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.

About Us

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws :

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application / interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.