Excise Tax Examiner - Detail-Oriented Tax Review & Refunds

State of Washington; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington State Department of Licensing in Olympia seeks an Excise Tax Examiner (ETE2) to review tax returns, refunds, and licensing actions with accuracy and compliance. The role requires strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret state laws and program requirements.

Hybrid/onsite collaboration is essential to serve customers and stakeholders. You will work on motor carrier and fuel tax programs, gather information, and provide clear guidance by phone, email, or in person while

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of professional experience in accounting, auditing, compliance, or tax administration.
• Two (2) years of listening attentively, identifying issues, fulfilling services, or exercising knowledge of laws and regulations to provide technical assistance or resolution to stakeholders.
• One (1) year as an Excise Tax Examiner 1.
• A Bachelor's degree may substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Examine tax returns and refund requests to verify eligibility, supporting documentation, and the appropriate tax liability or refund amount.
• Review and process license applications and commercial vehicle registrations using state and federal systems to confirm accuracy and determine eligibility.
• Research and reconcile financial records, account activity, and large data sets to identify discrepancies and ensure accurate reporting and revenue distribution.
• Provide customers with guidance and individualized assistance related to applications, tax filings, refunds, and program requirements by phone, email, mail, or in person.
• Prepare supporting analysis and recommendations for complex or high-impact matters requiring management review and final determination.
• Coordinate with internal teams, partner agencies, other jurisdictions, and licensees to gather information and resolve account issues.

Skills

Accounting

Auditing

Compliance

Tax administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, law, public health, health administration or closely allied field

Tools

Word processing

Email

Spreadsheets

Presentations

Job description

Washington State Department of Licensing in Olympia seeks an Excise Tax Examiner (ETE2) to review tax returns, refunds, and licensing actions with accuracy and compliance. The role requires strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret state laws and program requirements.

Hybrid/onsite collaboration is essential to serve customers and stakeholders. You will work on motor carrier and fuel tax programs, gather information, and provide clear guidance by phone, email, or in person while