Tax Manager

Tax Manager

Position Location : Fort Collins, CO

Work Location : Position qualifies for hybrid / in-office work

Research Professional Position : No

Position Type : Admin Professional / Research Professional

Classification Title : Management I

Number of Vacancies : 1

Work Hours / Week : 40

Proposed Annual Salary Range : $115,000-$131,000

Employee Benefits : Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it's a thriving community that's transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

Desired Start Date : To be determined

Position End Date (if temporary) : Not applicable

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11 : 59pm (MT) on 11 / 30 / 2025

Description of Work Unit : Business and Financial Services exists to maintain and improve the processes which protect the financial integrity of Colorado State University, to provide periodic financial information to various users, to support University financial system users, to monitor transaction flow to assure compliance with Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and University policies, to analyze and interpret financial data as part of the overall control of University fiscal goals and concerns, and to formulate financial statements and reports in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Position Summary

This position reports to the Controller within Business and Financial Services. The Tax Manager manages the daily operations of the tax department at CSU. This position ensures University compliance with the IRS as well as State and Local tax statute in all aspects of tax reporting. This position supervises the Tax Accountant and provides advice to campus on all matters relating to tax.

Required Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business with a concentration in Accounting or closely related field from an accredited college or university
• Demonstrated professional accounting experience
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with tax and tax research
• Demonstrated knowledge of IRS regulations
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word and Teams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by the proposed start date; Business and Financial Services will not provide sponsorship for this position.

Preferred Job Qualifications

Essential Duties

Job Duty Category : Tax Compliance

Job Duty Category : Reporting and Monitoring

Job Duty Category : Supervision

Job Duty Category : Miscellaneous

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants : Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in the announcement to be considered for hire. Mailed or emailed applications will not be accepted. Upload each of the items below individually as a Word Document (.doc), PDF (.pdf), or Rich Text Format (.rtf). Please note that incomplete applications cannot be considered. Please remove social security numbers and birth dates from application materials. A complete application consists of :

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

Conditions of Employment : Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Search Contact : HR_TA@colostate.edu

EEO : Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Background Check Policy Statement : Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and / or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

References Requested : Minimum Requested : 3 Maximum Requested : 3