Tax Auditor I: Entry-Level Compliance & Audit

State of Arkansas; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 59,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Veteran Preference

Job summary

The Tax Auditor I role at State of Arkansas is an entry-level position responsible for performing routine audits of tax returns and financial records to ensure compliance with state and federal tax laws and regulations.

It requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with taxpayers and colleagues. The position supports monthly close-out processes and prepares comprehensive audit reports for DFA management and ARDOT.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, business, or a closely related field with at least twelve hours of accounting.
• Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee automatic progression; promotions are discretionary.
• State of Arkansas provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants.

Responsibilities

• Review tax returns, financial statements, and supporting documents to ensure accurate reporting.
• Evaluate taxpayer information for completeness and compliance with state tax regulations.
• Use auditing software to analyze data, identify discrepancies, and prepare audit reports.
• Communicate findings to taxpayers, answer questions, and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain thorough workpapers and align documentation with department policies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or closely related field

Tools

Auditing software

Job description

The Tax Auditor I role at State of Arkansas is an entry-level position responsible for performing routine audits of tax returns and financial records to ensure compliance with state and federal tax laws and regulations.

It requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with taxpayers and colleagues. The position supports monthly close-out processes and prepares comprehensive audit reports for DFA management and ARDOT.