Finance and Business Compliance Analyst

Commerce - DES , DWS; Reidsville (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

12 Paid holidays per year

Flexible benefits

Employee discounts

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Commerce seeks a Finance and Business Compliance Analyst II (NS) for audits of contributory employers, across diverse business types, with a full-time schedule and state-provided benefits. The role offers a competitive salary range and a structured path within the department.

The analyst will interview employers, gather records, issue requests as needed, and render opinions on compliance and solvency under Employment Security laws and IRS guidance.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of the Employment Security law and Internal Revenue Code as applicable to entities is required.
• Considerable knowledge of Employment Security Law to facilitate audits.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel and Outlook; adaptable to other accounting/auditing software.

Responsibilities

• Audit contributory employers across all types, sizes and jurisdictions.
• Conduct field interviews with employers, employees, attorneys, and accountants.
• Request Subpoenas for records not provided during interviews or pre-audit steps.
• Form opinions on employer compliance and solvency on behalf of NC DES.

Job description

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Commerce is the state's lead agency for economic, community and workforce development. The department works with local, regional, national and international organizations to fulfill its mission to improve the economic well‑being and quality of life for all North Carolinians. The Department connects businesses with the site locations, workforce and infrastructure they need to succeed in one of the nation's top states for business. We also connect local communities with the grants and funding they need to attract new business and ensure future prosperity.

Position Summary

• Finance and Business Compliance Anlst II (NS)
• Position Number 60078190 Grade NC12
• Recruitment range is $47,703–$70,231
• Full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits, including health insurance, as well as retirement.

Responsibilities

• Tax Auditors within this position perform audits on all contributory employers, all business types, all industry classifications, all employers measured in employee size and all employers from multi‑state employers to multi‑national employers. To include all experience‑rated employers that pay taxes and are legally structured as sole‑proprietorships, partnerships, C‑Corporations, Subchapter S‑Corporations, ESOPs, Estates, Professional Associations, Non‑profit entities, LLCs taxed as sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations and all other legal entity types.
• Tax Auditors’ other duties include enforced collection of delinquent tax, investigation of underground economy and investigation of blocked claim wage protests, status liability investigations, Assistant Secretary Orders and collection of worthless checks.
• Tax Auditors work independently in the field conducting interviews with employers, employees, attorneys, accountants, and other designated third parties to determine employer business operations and secure information within the audit process.
• Tax Auditor will request the issuance of a Subpoena Duces Tecum from Regional Tax Manager and Tax Audit Chief for an employer to appear with relevant records not provided to NC DES during an interview, pre‑audit interview and subsequent document request(s).
• The Tax Auditor’s opinion of the audited employer’s compliance and solvency could be used by Regional Tax Manager and Tax Audit Chief during post‑investigation collection discussions.
• Tax Auditor is required to audit, for the purpose of rendering an opinion on behalf of NC DES, the required financial records of employers selected for audit. Selected, Random, Management or Converted audits are assigned to Tax Auditors in addition to internal detection referrals from NC Government Data Analytic Center (GDAC) pursuant to North Carolina Senate Bill 15.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of the Employment Security law and Internal Revenue Code as applicable to entities is required.
• Considerable knowledge of Employment Security Law is required to facilitate the Tax Auditor's audits.
• Ability to maintain a working knowledge of applicable State and applicable Federal laws to independently and accurately resolve Unemployment Insurance tax issues.
• Considerable knowledge of computers and proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook and the adaptability to other accounting/auditing software, as required.
• Full utilization of DES provided hardware and software, including ShareFile secure file transfer, file import/export utilization, and utilization of scanner capability.
• Adaptability to customized software created for an employer or specific to an industry is required.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex laws and regulations; interpret and audit financial records of an employer's accounts and determine compliance with applicable Employment Security Laws.

Minimum Education and Experience

• A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, or a related discipline from an accredited institution and two years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Eligibility and Background

• Commerce does not provide employment visa sponsorship.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout employment.
• Applicants requesting and receiving an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are eligible to submit paper applications via mail or by fax by the vacancy closing date.
• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD‑214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
• This position is subject to a National and International Background Investigation and/or Fingerprinting as required by applicable law.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Re-Entry for Formerly Incarcerated Individuals

Our Agency supports the Governor's Executive Order 303 which seeks to re‑employ individuals that were previously incarcerated. Formerly incarcerated individuals are invited to apply for any vacant Commerce position(s) in which they believe they are qualified. Please note: This position is subject to a National and International Background Investigation and/or Fingerprinting as required by applicable law.

Benefits

• 12 Annual Paid Holidays and monthly accrual of vacation and sick leave
• North Carolina State Health Plan administered by Aetna
• Supplemental Benefits including Flexible Spending Accounts, Accident Insurance, Cancer & Specified Disease, Critical Illness, Dental, and Vision
• NC State Retirement (TSERS), 401(k), and 457 savings plans
• WeSave Employee Discounts
• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program