24-07224 Taxpayer Services Specialist I

Southern Arkansas University; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Taxpayer Services Specialist I, where you will play a vital role in processing tax returns and ensuring compliance with tax laws. This position offers the chance to develop your skills in a supportive environment, with opportunities for flexible work schedules and professional growth. You will be trained to handle technical accounting duties and maintain the confidentiality of taxpayer information. If you are detail-oriented and eager to learn, this role is perfect for you to kickstart your career in tax administration and contribute to the community.

Benefits

Flexible work schedules

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; experience in tax-related fields can substitute.
• No prior experience required, training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and processing tax returns and journal vouchers.
• Updating taxpayer information and ensuring data confidentiality.
• Staying informed on tax laws through training and seminars.

Skills

Tax preparation

Technical accounting

Data confidentiality

Knowledge of tax laws

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Computer systems

Telephone

Job description

The Office of Registration and Operations, Division of Operations has an opening for a Taxpayer Services Specialist I. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team in the Income Tax Processing Section 2.

As a Taxpayer Services Specialist I for the Commonwealth of Kentucky, you will receive the direction and training needed to independently process tax returns.

1. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Reviewing tax returns as directed.
• Performing technical accounting duties such as processing of tax returns and journal vouchers.
• Continuously updating notes, histories, and taxpayer information in agency computer systems.
• Ensuring the safety and confidentiality of taxpayer information, data, and records.
• Remaining up-to-date on tax laws, policies, and regulations by regularly attending in-house and outside seminars, training sessions, and educational opportunities.
• Assisting other areas within the Division.
• Performing other duties as required.

2. Additional / Supplemental information:

• Required to successfully complete a background investigation including an FBI criminal history record check (fingerprint check).
• Required to comply with all tax laws.
• Mostly at a desk using a computer and telephone.
• Some travel for training and education.
• We offer opportunities for flexible work schedules.
• EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
• EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE.
• Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE.
• Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Experience in tax preparation, tax administration, the examination of tax records, property appraisal, accounting, business administration, collections, or a related field will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis. Current or prior military experience will substitute for the required college on a year-for-year basis.
• SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE.

4. Working Conditions

Duties are generally performed in an office setting. May require travel with occasional overnight stays within the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

Probationary Period: This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Lesley Lee at [e-mail] or 502-564-8752.