Tax Auditor I

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Worcester (MA); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Revenue in Worcester, MA is hiring a Tax Auditor I to conduct field audits, verify tax compliance, and document findings. The role emphasizes clear communication with taxpayers and timely case file completion, with potential for a hybrid work schedule.

The position requires 3+ years of accounting/auditing/tax examination experience or approved substitutions, and may require a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of professional experience in accounting, auditing, or tax examination.
• A valid driver's license may be required.
• Bachelor's degree can substitute for 2 years of experience.
• Graduate degree can substitute for 3 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field audits of businesses, primarily in the Western Region, with exposure to transaction taxes.
• Verify compliance with sales/use, meals, room occupancy, and withholding tax statutes.
• Document proposed changes through schedules, reconciliations, and reports.

Skills

Accounting

Auditing

Tax examination

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Graduate degree in accounting/finance

Job description

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

• Conducts field audits of businesses, primarily located in the Western Region, with exposure to one or more transaction taxes.
• Verifies compliance with sales/use tax statutes, room occupancy tax statutes (state, local & convention center) meals tax statutes (state & local) and the withholding tax statute to determine that the correct tax due has been reported on taxpayers returns.
• Verifies that the gross receipts of the entity that is being audited have been properly reported.
• If the correct tax has not been reported the auditor will initiate any changes that may be required in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Properly documents all proposed changes through the development of schedules, reconciliations, reports, etc.
• Confers with the taxpayer and/or their legal representatives to discuss and explain all findings developed on audit and completes audits and case files in a professional and timely manner adhering to all applicable policies and procedures

An external candidate recommended for a position with the Department of Revenue will be subject to a background check that includes checks for: state and federal tax compliance; child support compliance; education verification; Massachusetts CORI checks; criminal background checks in state(s) of current and previous residence/employment; validation of eligibility to work in the United States; and national fingerprint-based criminal background checks.

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) three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time professional experience in accounting, auditing, or tax examination, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitution below.

Incumbents may be required to have a current and valid motor vehicle driver's license at a class level specific to assignment.

Substitution:

I. A Bachelor's degree or higher degree in accounting, finance, or business administration may be substituted for two years of the required experience.

II. A Graduate degree in accounting, business administration or business management may be substituted for three years of the required experience.

Comprehensive Benefits

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.

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Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Additional Details

Official Title: Tax Auditor I

Primary Location: United States-Massachusetts-Worcester - 18 Chestnut Street

Job: Accounting and Finance

Agency: Department of Revenue

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day

Job Posting: Oct 19, 2026, 3:45:50 PM

Number of Openings: 1

Salary: 88,264.02 - 128,542.70 Yearly

If you have Diversity, Aff? Please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Gabriella Knight - 8572861554

Confidential: No

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: Yes

Bargaining Unit: 06-NAGE - Professional Admin.