Project Assistant, Tax

Position: Project Assistant, Tax Incentives
Duties Description
* Applicants MUST submit a cover letter with resume to be considered.

* This position will require in-office presence. Hybrid work schedules may be possible based on specific job duties and consistent with ESD policy.

* Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please contact Human Resources if you require an accommodation.

BASIC FUNCTION:
Review and analyze applications submitted to the Tax Incentives Department for participation in various entertainment tax credit programs (e.g., Film Tax Credit Program, Digital Gaming tax credit program, Musical & Theatrical Tax credit programs). Assist Director and Assistant Director and Program Managers with business-related tasks including data analysis and data integrity initiatives.

WORK PERFORMED:

• Monitor and manage flow of applications submitted from entertainment industry production companies; applications are received for the Film Tax Credit Program;
Post-Production Tax Credit Program;
Commercial Tax Credit Program;
Music and Theatrical Production Tax Credit Programs, and Digital Gaming tax Credit Program

• Review application materials for completeness and follow up with applications for missing information.

• Manage data using various program databases and ensure that project information is accurate in information management systems.

• Analyze data and summarize key data points for internal discussion.

• Run queries from the Film database to respond to and verify internal requests for data.

• Systematically reconcile program data using multiple sources

• Answer the Department's main phone line, answering Program related questions and/or directing Applicants to the appropriate Program Manager

• Schedule and hold meetings with production accountants, producers and others.

Minimum Qualifications Education Level required:
Associate degree or higher preferred in business, public administration, accounting, or another business-related field. Five years' direct relevant experience can be substituted.

Relevant experience required: 2-3 years of administrative, customer service and project management experience within a corporate office environment.

Knowledge required:
Proficient Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word;
Database management. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills. Ability to efficiently manage multiple projects/tasks simultaneously, takes initiative, and works independently. Familiarity with business, not-for-profit, and governmental agencies, and general knowledge of New York State's geography and economies. Strong attention to detail and independent follow-through is highly important. Microsoft Access and MS Dynamics.

Additional Comments Salary range as specified.
Comprehensive Benefits Package.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Destiny Bangura - HR Recruiter

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Email Address resumes.gov

Address

Street 655 Third Avenue

City New York

State NY

Zip Code 10017

Notes on Applying External Candidates:
Please attach cover letter and resume.

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Internal Candidates:
Please apply through ADP using the Myself/Talent menu and submit your cover letter and resume for consideration

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