Seasonal Tax Examiner I

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Chelsea (MA); Hybride; USD 64 000 - 91 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid work schedule

Résumé du poste

Commonwealth of Massachusetts is seeking a Seasonal Tax Examiner I to support the Department of Revenue during the tax filing season. Positions are hybrid with on-site training at 200 Arlington Street, Chelsea, MA.

Duties include answering taxpayer inquiries, explaining tax laws, and performing casework with strong Word/Excel skills. Applicants should have analytical abilities and experience in call centers, customer service, or tax administration.

Qualifications

• One year of professional experience in accounting, auditing or tax examining work or equivalent combination.
• Bachelor’s degree can substitute for required experience.

Responsabilités

• Respond to taxpayer inquiries via tax hotlines.
• Provide technical assistance by explaining state tax laws and policies.
• Use Word/Excel for casework and documentation.
• Conduct research by accessing taxpayers’ account information.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Oral communication

Ask questions tactfully

Call center experience

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business or related field

Outils

Microsoft Word

Excel

Description du poste

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Job Description - Seasonal Tax Examiner I (260005U0)

Job Description

Seasonal Tax Examiner I - ( 260005U0 )

Description

Temporary Seasonal Opportunities:

We are hiring seasonal staff to assist during the tax filing season (approximately 6 months starting in January). Full-time and part-time schedules are available as follows: Full-time Monday through Friday 8:30am-4:30pm, part-time Monday through Friday 10:30am-4:30pm. These positions are hybrid with training conducted on site at 200 Arlington Street, Chelsea, MA.

Agency Overview:

The Department of Revenue's core mission is to collect the revenues required to support the business of the Commonwealth, to make a difference in the lives of children by enforcing the financial responsibilities of parenthood, and to assist Massachusetts cities and towns in sound and efficient fiscal management. Our vision is to conduct our operations in a manner that inspires public confidence in government by administering and enforcing tax, child support and municipal finance laws in ways that are innovative, customer-focused and transparent.

Division Overview:

The Tax Administration Division is responsible for fostering voluntary compliance and narrowing the tax gap by identifying, educating, and auditing noncompliant taxpayers. The Tax Administration Division audits the tax returns of businesses and individuals filed, including sales/use, meals, rooms occupancy and special fuels, are subject to examination by the Tax Administration Division staff.

Duties & Responsibilities (Contact Center)

• Respond to taxpayer telephone inquiries received on DOR’s tax hotlines
• Provide taxpayers with technical assistance by explaining state tax laws, rules, regulations, policies, etc.
• Have strong computer skills with a strong knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Perform computer research by accessing taxpayers’ account information and complete all casework/paperwork in accordance with Departmental policy

Preferred Qualifications (Contact Center)

• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to provide oral instructions over the telephone in a precise, understandable manner
• Effectively follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to gather information by examining records/documents and through tactful questioning of individuals.
• Exercises Sound judgment and discretion in handling confidential information
• Prior experience working in a call center, or in the following fields: customer service, collections, and/or tax administration
• Respond to taxpayers’ telephone inquiries relating to correspondence received from The Department of Revenue
• Provide taxpayers with technical assistance by explaining tax laws, rules, regulations and policies
• Perform computer research by accessing taxpayers account information
• Correspond in writing to taxpayers to obtain necessary documentation need to complete all case work/paperwork in accordance with Departmental policy

Preferred Qualifications (Refund Fraud)

• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to provide oral instructions over the telephone in a precise, understandable manner
• Effectively follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to gather information by examining records/documents and through tactful questioning of individuals.
• Exercises Sound judgment and discretion in handling confidential information
• Have strong computer skills with a strong knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

Regular attendance is essential. All applicants will be screened to ensure a history of adherence to the Commonwealth’s tax filing and remittance laws, and a criminal background search will be conducted. As employees of the Department of Revenue, candidates will be expected to adhere to the agency’s Code of Conduct regarding personal income tax filing and the confidentiality of taxpayer information.

Qualifications

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Minimum Entrance Requirements

Applicants must have at least (A) one year of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience in accounting, auditing or tax examining work, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Substitutions

I. A Bachelor's or higher degree with a major in accounting, business administration or business management may be substituted for the required experience.*

*Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operators License may be required

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

An Equal Opportunity / Aff

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Official Title : Tax Examiner I

Primary Location

United States-Massachusetts-Chelsea-200 Arlington Street

Job

Accounting and Finance

Agency

Department of Revenue

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day

Job Posting

Sep 8, 2026, 7:54:35 PM

Number of Openings

55

Salary

64,038.52 - 91,473.20 Yearly

If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator : Gabriella Knight - 8572861554

Bargaining Unit : 06-NAGE - Professional Admin.

Confidential : No

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : Yes