FO 21R - Senior Inspector - Closing date extended

British Columbia Public Service Careers; Greater London; Hybrid; CAD 69,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The BC Public Service is seeking a Senior Inspector in tax compliance to conduct audits and inspections in various industries. This role requires a degree or relevant certification in financial management or law, with strong analytical skills and experience in tax legislation. Candidates will undertake both independent and collaborative work, focusing on compliance with tax laws while contributing to audit excellence.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Opportunity for career growth

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma related to financial management or administrative law.
• 1 year of experience with degree, 3 years with diploma, or 4 years with certification.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits and inspections to ensure compliance with BC tax laws.
• Complete 3.5 to 4.5 inspections or audits weekly.
• Educate taxpayers on compliance and identify non-compliance issues.

Skills

Financial Management

Accounting

Interpretation of Legislation

Microsoft Excel

Education

Degree in financial management, administrative law, or related discipline

Diploma in financial management, administrative law, or related discipline

Certification in financial management, administrative law, or related discipline

Job description

FO 21R - Senior Inspector - Closing date extended - (120243)

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Posting Title

Position Classification

Union

GEU

Work Options

Hybrid

Location

Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA (Primary)

Salary Range

$69,760.70 - $79,322.69 annually

Close Date

6/10/2025

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Ministry of Finance

Ministry Branch / Division

CTAB/Revenue

Job Summary

The Team
The Consumer Taxation Audit Branch (CTAB) - a dynamic force in tax compliance across BC. Since 2017, we have united under one mission: auditing and ensuring adherence to tax laws spanning PST, Tobacco, Motor Fuel, and Carbon. With two teams led by experienced leaders, we collaborate closely with CTAB, and other Revenue Division teams within the BC Ministry of Finance. Our work drives substantial revenue and compliance outcomes province wide. We thrive on agility, critical and analytical thinking, and teamwork, offering opportunities for both collaborative and independent contributions. If you are ready to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment, join us in shaping tax integrity for British Columbia.

The Role
As a Senior Inspector, you will conduct focus audits and inspections across various industries in BC, ensuring compliance with BC tax laws via correspondence and in the field. You'll complete 3.5 to 4.5 inspections/focus audits weekly with high accuracy, using your financial expertise to assess records and systems. This role offers diverse challenges, from educating taxpayers to identifying non-compliance, and supports career growth toward roles like Inspection Team Leader and for those considering a professional accounting designation, Auditor or Senior Auditor within CTAB. If you thrive on dynamic work environments and want to make a significant impact in tax compliance, apply now to be part of our innovative team.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Degree in a related discipline such as financial management, administrative law, investigation and enforcement and 1 year of *related experience; OR
• Diploma in a related discipline such as financial management, administrative law, investigation and enforcement and 3 years of *related experience; OR
• Certification in a related discipline such as financial management, administrative law, investigation and enforcement and 4 years of *related experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and *related experience may be considered.
• Valid Class 5, BC driver’s license or equivalent, with no L restrictions

*Related experience must include all the following:

• Experience in Financial Management and/or Accounting.
• Experience with interpreting and applying legislation.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel at an intermediate level (working with multiple worksheets, finding, and replacing data, sub-totaling, sorting and filtering large data sets, applying basic formulas, data imports and working with text data).

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Experience working with the application of policy and procedures to encourage voluntary compliance.
• Experience working independently in the field.
• Experience working with the administration of the following BC statutes: Provincial Sales Tax Act, Motor Fuel Tax Act, Carbon Tax Act or Tobacco Tax Act.

PROVISO

• Must be willing and able to travel within the province.

For questions regarding this position, please [e-mail] .

About this Position:
Amendment 2025-06-03: Posting closing date extended to 2025-06-10.
4 Positions available.
These positions are based out of the location listed above.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to five (5) days at home per week subject to an approved Telework Agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill both current and/or future permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
Applicants who previously applied on Requisition 117920, will have their scores carried over to this competition.

Working for the BC Public Service:
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How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Cover Letter: NO- Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES- Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES- You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

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