Deliverables

• Contribute to providing first level support to US Tax filers by developing a presentation to all new staff to ensure their understanding of their roles and responsibilities in filing taxes vis-a-vis the role of WHO and UNITS. 
  Expected by: end of month 2.
• Develop a report to perform regular reconciliations to ensure all US tax filers on record have their Tax Advances prepared by UNITS in a timely manner and ensure updates made to UNITS on a regular basis for any new hires. 
  Expected by: monthly.
• Assist in establishing a process for the identification of new joiners – US citizens and Permanent residents. 
  Expected by: end of Month 4.
• Contribute to the enrollment of IARC staff members (outside WHO ERP system). 
  Expected by: on need basis. 
• Complete the registration process of WHO and supported entities into UN Income tax system (including IARC). 
  Expected by: end of contract.
• Assist with the communication of UN Index numbers to staff members via email. 
  Expected by: monthly.
• Establish reports for the transmission of data to UNITs. 
  Expected by: monthly.
• Establish reports for the transmission of Earnings data (Payroll results) to UNITs.
  Expected by: monthly.
• Working with focal point at WHO GSC Malaysia contribute to the timely distribution of Tax cheques from UNITs for Tax Settlements and Quarterly Advance Payments. 
  Expected by: quarterly.
• Develop an appropriate recording/tracker by staff member of all tax advances paid in calendar year. 
  Expected by: monthly.
• Assist with the following year-end activities:
  • Request from staff members for additional information on Foreign Housing Costs
  • Submit last HR data as at 31 December
  • Adjustments/reconciliation of earnings data for the year-end
  • Preparation of accrual for unpaid US Income taxes
  • Follow up on Annual statement of taxable earnings on behalf of Staff members
• Assist  in providing feedback/information from staff members on queries related to US Income Tax forUN staff members thru email.
• Assist with the follow up and closure of old cases with PAHO (prior to calendar year 2016)
• Respond to staff queries or forward to UNITs/ PAHO. 
  Expected by: within 48 hours of receipt.

Qualifications, experience, skills and languages

Educational Qualifications:

Essential:

A bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, mathematics, business administration or a related field from a recognized university.

Desirable:

CPA (Certified Public Accountant).

Experience

Essential:

At least 5 years of experience in United States taxation matters preferably in United Nations Environment.

Skills/Knowledge:

• Sound knowledge of US Tax laws
• Ability to prepare clear, concise and complete analyses
• Mature judgment, strong technical, analytical and conceptual skills
• Strong professional oral and writing skills
• Ability to exercise sensitivity, tact and respect and to maintain the confidentiality of the information processed.

Languages required:

Essential:  

Expert knowledge of English