Internal Revenue Agent (Compliance Program Analyst)

Internal Revenue Service; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Internal Revenue Service is seeking candidates for roles in the Tax Exempt and Government Entities (TEGE) Division. These positions will be filled in areas including Compliance Planning & Classification, Reporting & Data Management, and Planning. The vacancy aligns with the selectee's official permanent position of record, post-of-duty.

Federal experience is not required. A CPA certificate or a bachelor's or higher degree in accounting with specified coursework is required, with additional

Qualifications

• CPA certificate or bachelor's degree in accounting with at least 30 semester hours in accounting or 24 accounting hours plus 6 in related subjects (business law, economics, etc.)

Education

CPA or Accounting Degree

Job description

WHAT IS Tax Exempt and Government Entities (TEGE) Division? A description of the business units can be found at: https://www.jobs.irs.gov/about/who/business-divisions Position(s) are to be filled in following area(s): Compliance Planning & Classification, Reporting & Data Management, Planning Remain in POD - The vacancy will be filled at the selectee's official permanent position of record, post-of-duty (POD). REVIEW THE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION BELOW FOR FURTHER DETAILS

Federal experience is not required. Experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector or through Volunteer Service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-timework is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week, on your resume. You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: BASIC REQUIREMENTS All GRADES (ALSO MEETS GRADE 5 QUALIFICATIONS): A Certificate as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or a bachelor's or higher degree in accounting that included at least 30 semester hours in accounting or 24 semester hours in accounting and an additional 6 semester hours in related subjects such as business law, economics, statistical/quantitative methods, computerized accounting or financial systems, financial management, or finance. OR A bachelor's or higher degree in a field other than accounting or a combination of education and experience equivalent to 4 years that included at least 30 semester hours in accounting or 24 semester hours in accounting and 6 semester hours in related subject as described above. AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-13: You must have at least one year of specialized experience in tax-exempt organizations at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-12 in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position includes: Qualifying experience must have been in progressively responsible and diversified professional accounting or auditing work that required 1) knowledge of and skill in applying professional accounting principles, theory, and practices to analyze and interpret accounting books, records, or systems specifically to determine their effect on Federal tax liabilities and their adequacy for recording transactions affecting tax liabilities; 2) skill in interpreting and applying Federal tax law for individuals, business, and/or exempt organizations, partnerships, and corporations; 3) knowledge of business and trade practices to develop tax issues based on analysis and evaluation of overall business operations and financial condition; 4) knowledge of corporate financial transactions and financial management principles and practices; and 5) skill in interacting effectively with a broad range of individuals and in negotiating with specialists in accounting, legal, tax, and other similar business-related professions. utilizing accounting and auditing principles and practices applying these techniques to conduct reviews of examinations and/or determinations of the largest and most complex activity under the entire TE/GE customer segment (etc., retirement plans and related trusts; IRAs; plan participants and beneficiaries; and retirement plan sponsors. organizations exempt from income tax under IRC 501, Tax Exempt Bonds, Federal State and Local Governments, and Indian Tribal Governments), Experience planning and coordinating issues across multiple areas or functions Planning, analyzing, and coordinating operational reviews, resource allocation, case assignment/transfer amongst groups, and hiring/staffing planning functions, and develop systems to track and monitor certain types of cases (e.g. fraud, whistleblower, etc.). Applying tax law, precedents, rulings, and court decisions related to the TE/GE organization, and skill in applying the tax laws in cases of great significance, or issues of considerable complexity, controversy, or high impact. Ability to conduct extensive research of legal questions, including consideration of judicial decisions and legislative intent to establish relative training programs, and answer technical and procedural questions directed to executives. Applying TE/GE organization, procedures, and practices working effectively with other functions within the organization. Applying management principles and techniques. Analyzing procedures and/or problem areas in order to recommend improvements or solutions to problems. Communicating, listening, and fostering dialogue with upper management, peers, and customers. Informing, influencing, negotiating, and persuading in the overall accomplishment of program objectives and effective problem solving. Preparing clear and concise written reports, letters, and memoranda. AND You must also meet the following requirements: TIME AFTER COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENT (TACA): By the closing date (or if this is an ope