Tax Auditor I

Revenue; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid holidays

Vacation days

Parental leave

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Revenue is seeking a Revenue Tax Auditor I to join the Examination Division's Motor Fuels Section. This full‑time, time‑limited position requires a transcript and a valid driver’s license with overnight travel as needed.

Selected candidate will examine financial records of noncompliant taxpayers and conduct audits under the Joint Operation Center guidelines, with state benefits and a comprehensive compensation package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Accounting or related field with at least twelve accounting hours.
• Official or unofficial transcript must accompany the application.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness for overnight travel.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent examinations of financial records for taxpayers not in voluntary compliance.
• Audit motor fuels and motor carrier tax laws; support IFTA audits.
• Serve as Joint Operation Center auditor on complex cases.
• Travel as required; adhere to state policies and timelines.

Skills

Auditing principles

Accounting systems

MS Access

MS Excel

MS Word

Internal Revenue Code basics

Education

Bachelor’s degree with 12 accounting hours

Job description

Agency Dept of Revenue Division Examination Job Classification Title Revenue Tax Auditor I (NS) Position Number 65021135 Grade NC13

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Revenue is committed to excellence in tax administration, ensuring secure and efficient collection of revenue to fund vital public services. We are an employer of choice offering excellent benefits, competitive pay, professional development, and career advancement. Our dedicated team provides accurate information, achieves high compliance, and delivers innovative services with integrity and fairness. DOR is an equal opportunity employer hiring qualified candidates regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, or political affiliation.

Description of Work

***PLEASE NOTE: THIS WILL CLOSE AT 11:59 P.M. THE DAY PRIOR TO THE END DATE LISTED ON THIS JOB POSTING*** **This auditor classification requires a transcript. Please include an official or unofficial transcript in the attachments section at the bottom of this application. If the application submitted does not include a transcript, it will be marked as incomplete, unless you are a current DOR Tax Auditor.** This is a time-limited position. It is full-time (40 hours per week) with State Benefits for a limited time, not to exceed 3 years (36 months). If you have questions concerning the time-limited status of this position, you may inquire at the interview. Selected candidate may be considered for other permanent positions, once the time-limited position is completed. The North Carolina Department of Revenue is currently seeking a Revenue Tax Auditor I to work in the Motor Fuels Section of the Examination Division. The Motor Fuels Section administers and enforces motor fuels tax laws, motor carrier laws, as well as some motor vehicle laws. The Motor Fuels Section of the Examination Division administers and enforces both motor fuels tax laws and motor carrier tax laws. They also conduct audits for International Fuel Tax Association (IFTA). This position is assigned specifically as the Joint Operation Center (JOC) auditor. The JOC auditor will conduct independent examinations of financial records of taxpayers that are not in voluntary compliance and have unique or special audit features or anticipated accounting, tax law, or investigative problems of a more unique nature, or of unusual difficulty or complexity. Due to the nature of work, a valid driver’s license is required, and some overnight travel will be required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Management Preferences

• Knowledge of auditing and accounting principles and practices
• Knowledge of a variety of accounting systems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Access, Excel, and Word
• Basic knowledge of the Internal Revenue Code and Income Tax

Recruitment Range: $50,088 - $87,654 Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification. The knowledge, skills, and abilities listed in the vacancy announcement should be used as management preferences and be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• The state of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis).
• Some highlights include:
• The best funded pension plan/retirement system in the nation according to Moody’s Investor’s Service
• Twelve paid holidays per year
• Fourteen vacation days per year which increase as length of service increases and accumulates year-to-year
• Twelve sick days/year which are cumulative indefinitely
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Observance Leave and Community Service Leave
• Longevity pays lump sum payout yearly based on length of service
• 401K and 457 plans
• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

This position is subject to federal and state criminal background checks that may include fingerprinting and verification of tax compliance. "Tax compliance" is defined as having filed and paid all North Carolina State taxes owed each year leading up to the current calendar year or currently in a non-delinquent payment status with the State of North Carolina on taxes that are currently owed to the state. To be considered within the most qualified pool of applicants and receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must document all related education and experience on the State of North Carolina application in the appropriate sections of the application form. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. Applicants eligible for veteran's preference should attach a copy of form DD-214. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at 919-814-1200 or [e-mail]. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the interview process, please call the agency ADA Administrator at 919-986-9688.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Accounting or related field with at least twelve semester hours of accounting from an appropriately accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Related fields considered are as follows: Administrative Science, Business Law, Business Management, Business Operations, Finance, Financial Management, Public Administration, Public Sector & Government Administration Management, Tax, Tax Law and Trust & Wealth Management. A transcript (either official or unofficial) must accompany the application to verify completion of the required twelve accounting hours. Applications received without an attached transcript will be considered incomplete, unless you are a current DOR Tax Auditor.

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.

General Application Information

All job postings close at 11:59pm the night before the End Date on the posting.