Tax Accountant jobs in Champaign, IL

University of Illinois Tax School is searching for a part-time Extra Help Events Administrator Associate. This position performs duties involved in all phases of planning and implementing both in-person and online events for a tax professional audience. Responsible for coordinating the event logistics for multiple in-person 2-day Fall Tax School events, as well as a variety of online Fall Tax School events. This position coordinates logistics for an additional 10-15 online events and large-scale stakeholder meetings annually.

Responsibilities include:

• Event and meeting logistics, including venue selection, catering arrangements, audiovisual needs, and maintaining event timelines
• Coordinates webinar platform preparation for online events serving thousands of tax professionals
• Liaison with facilities for contracts and event preparation
• Coordinates with print vendor for shipping of Federal Tax Workbook to thousands of tax professionals
• Oversees continuing education credits earned at events and ensures accurate calculation and reporting
• Manages event follow-up, including recommendations for improvement and monitoring evaluation data

This position is anticipated to work 15-25 hours per week, with the possibility of more hours later in the year. This position will primarily work in Mumford Hall (1301 W. Gregory Drive, Urbana); there could be some flexibility to allow for remote work.

This is a temporary Extra Help position and therefore is not benefit-eligible. For more information about Extra Help at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign’s, visit https://humanresources.illinois.edu/job-seekers/how-to-apply/extra-help-employees/index.html.

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Gina Marsh, Director of Tax School program, at grmarsh@illinois.edu by Friday, April 26.

Requirements:
- Proven experience in events management, catering, or related field
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
- Customer service-oriented mindset with a strong attention to detail

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 – 25 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to Relocate:

• Urbana, IL 61801: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person