Revenue Auditor I

City of Atlanta, GA; Atlanta (GA); Sur place; USD 68 000 - 78 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The City of Atlanta, GA is seeking a Revenue Auditor I to perform audits of business license, occupational and excise tax revenues. This professional position conducts internal, system, and field audits with limited guidance to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with city ordinances.

Responsibilities include reviewing tax returns, reconciling accounts, preparing audit reports, and collaborating with city attorneys and management to address noncompliance.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of auditing principles, accounting standards, corporate taxes, and municipal revenue processes.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and tax codes.
• Proficiency with ITS (Gentax) or similar tax auditing systems.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple audits and prioritize tasks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for audit reports.

Responsabilités

• Conduct internal, system, and field audits focused on business license, occupational, and excise tax revenues.
• Review and validate tax returns, financial statements, and supporting documentation.
• Perform audits related to excise taxes to ensure compliance with City ordinances.
• Review contracts involving businesses utilizing City rights-of-way.
• Prepare detailed audit reports with findings and recommendations.
• Reconcile and analyze customer accounts, including amendments and multi-year audits.
• Test and evaluate financial records and information systems for accuracy.
• Identify discrepancies and report noncompliance findings.
• Develop audit plans and procedures in line with internal controls.

Connaissances

Auditing principles

GAAP

Tax codes

Analytical skills

Written reports

Multitask management

Independent work

Communication skills

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field

Outils

ITS (Gentax)

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Description du poste

Posting Expires: When Filled

Salary Range: $68,156.41- $78,000.00

The Revenue Auditor I performs audits to ensure that billing and revenues related to business licenses, occupational taxes, and excise taxes are accurately computed, reported, and paid in compliance with City ordinances and applicable laws. This is a professional-level role responsible for carrying out audit assignments with limited guidance and review. Work is performed under general supervision and requires the ability to apply accounting and auditing knowledge to ensure accurate reporting and compliance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.

• Conduct internal, system, and field audits focused on business license, occupational,and excisetax revenues.


• Review and validate tax returns, financial statements, and supporting documentation to verify reported revenues.


• Perform audits related to excise taxes to ensure compliance with City ordinances.


• Review and validate compliance with City contracts, including those involving businesses utilizing City rights-of-way.


• Prepare detailed written audit reports summarizing findings, recommendations, and compliance outcomes.


• Reconcile and analyze customer accounts, including amendments, multi-year audits, and final closeouts.


• Test and evaluate financial records, documentation, and information system integrity for accuracy.


• Identify discrepancies, exceptions, and areas of potential noncompliance and report findings appropriately.


• Develop audit plans, define scope, and perform audit procedures in accordance with established internal controls.


• Assist fellow auditors by sharing knowledge and providing support during complex engagements.


• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including management and city attorneys, to resolve audit issues.


• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local legal requirements.


• Support the enhancement of internal control systems by recommending policy and procedure improvements.


• Maintain professional and technical knowledge through training and industry updates.


• May perform other duties as assigned.

The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully, it is not an exhaustive list.

• Knowledge of auditing principles, accounting standards, corporate taxes, and municipal revenue processes.


• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).


• Working knowledge of City and State tax codes, ordinances, and compliance practices.


• Proficiency with ITS (Gentax) or similar tax compliance and auditing systems.


• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify discrepancies, trends, and exceptions in financial data.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).


• Strong oral and written communication skills to prepare reports and present findings.


• Ability to manage multiple audits simultaneously and prioritize effectively.


• Ability to work independently while contributing to team-based audit projects.


• High level of integrity with the ability to handle sensitive or confidential taxpayer information.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field OR an equivalent combination of education, skills, experience, and training.


• Minimum of four (4) years of professional experience in accounting, auditing, or a closely related field.

Preferred Requirements

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.


• Professional designation in auditing or accounting (e.g., CPA, CIA, CFE, CGFM).


• Municipal or government accounting/auditing experience.


• Demonstrated proficiency with ITS (Gentax) software.