Revenue Tax Auditor

State of Indiana; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans including RX

Wellness Rewards

Health savings account

Deferred compensation 457(b)

Pension plans

Paid leave policies

Paid vacation/sick leave

Paid holidays

Education Reimbursement

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Free Parking

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

The State of Indiana is seeking a Revenue Tax Auditor for the Merrillville, Indiana Field Office. You will analyze taxpayer books and records to ensure compliance with tax laws and contribute to accurate, efficient tax administration.

Residency in the service area is preferred; occasional travel is reimbursed. The salary starts at $53,222 and compensation includes a comprehensive benefits package with paid leave and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of accounting principles and auditing standards and procedures.
• General knowledge of statutes, regulations and case law pertinent to tax compliance.
• Ability to generate data requests and to extract, evaluate and use information from a variety of business records.
• Ability to interview taxpayers and their representatives, including those who may be uncooperative or hostile.
• Ability to travel overnight for audits.

Responsibilities

• Audit taxpayers and analyze books and records for tax compliance.
• Maintain high customer focus and accuracy in tax administration.
• Travel as needed to taxpayer locations; travel is reimbursed.
• Supervise, if assigned, based on agency needs.

Skills

Accounting principles

Auditing standards

Tax auditing

Interviews with taxpayers

Education

Accounting coursework + auditing experience

Job description

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Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Indiana Department of Revenue (DOR):

The Indiana Department of Revenue team is comprised of over 700 staff that are located in 13 locations across the state of Indiana. We work collaboratively with the Indiana Governor's office, the General Assembly, state agencies, individuals, business owners, corporations, tax practitioners, and a variety of tax program participants to administer Indiana's tax laws. DOR administers over 65 tax types and annually processes nearly $21 billion of tax revenue. Our mission is to serve Indiana by administering tax laws in a fair, secure, and efficient manner.

Role Overview:

The Revenue Tax Auditor conducts audits on behalf of the State of Indiana on a variety of taxpayers. You will analyze books and records of businesses to ensure compliance with tax laws. You will ensure the highest level of customer focus, with a strong commitment to taxpayers through continuous, innovative methods to increase accuracy, efficiency, an productivity in all areas of departmental operations and tax administration.

This position is in the Merrillville, Indiana, Field Office. Residency in the service area is highly preferred. Requires occasional travel to taxpayer locations. Travel is reimbursed.

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $53,222.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

What You'll Need for Success:

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

• Working knowledge of accounting principles and auditing standards and procedures.
• General knowledge of statutes, regulations and case law pertinent to tax compliance.
• Ability to generate data requests and to extract, evaluate and use information from a variety of business records.
• Ability to effectively interview and solicit pertinent information from taxpayers and their representatives, some of whom may be uncooperative or hostile.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, taxpayers, their representatives, and others involved in the audit process.
• Ability to travel overnight in the performance of assigned audits.
• Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 15 hours of accounting coursework and at least 7 years tax auditing experience.

Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b)account (similar to401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
  • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
  • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parkingfor most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learningaccess

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [e-mail] .