Tax Compliance Auditor I

Town-of-Gilbert; Arizona; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Town of Gilbert seeks a Tax Compliance Auditor I to conduct audits and support tax administration. The role requires strong research and communication skills, with the ability to engage with taxpayers and present findings to stakeholders.

This is an at-will, exempt position with potential for hybrid or remote work, and residency in Arizona is required. The candidate should be adaptable, detail-oriented, and collaborative, capable of handling sensitive situations professionally while supporting

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of specialized or technical training beyond high school or equivalent job-related experience.
• 2 years of customer service experience.
• 1 year of analytical research including descriptive, diagnostic and predictive.
• 0-1 years of tax administration, local, or State Transaction Privilege Tax auditing.
• 0-1 years of legal interpretation of tax code, law, policies, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned audits and projects.
• Provide legal advice and assist peers.
• Engage with taxpayers and present data to internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Auditing

Data presentation

Research skills

Communication

Education

Driver's License

Arizona Auditor Certification (preferred)

Tools

Tax research tools

Job description

Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position of Tax Compliance Auditor I

With every job we fill, our focus is on providing best-in-class service to our citizens while offering opportunities for professional growth in a rewarding, innovative work environment.

The Tax Compliance Auditor I reports to the Assistant Tax Compliance Manager. The ideal candidate is curious, detail-oriented, driven, and adaptable. This role requires excellent research and communication skills to engage with taxpayers and present data to internal and external stakeholders. Candidates should be comfortable working collaboratively, handling confrontational situations professionally, and have a passion for working with people. The primary function is to perform assigned audits, projects, provide legal advice, and assist peers. View the full job description here.

Anticipated Recruiting Timeline

• Posting Closes: October 25, 2026 (11:59 PM)
• Interview Invites Sent: October 29, 2026
• In-Person Interviews: November 3-4, 2026
• Anticipated New Hire Start Date: November 23, 2026, or December 7, 2026
• *Subject to change and for planning purposes only

At Team Gilbert, we hire innovative, forward-thinking problem-solvers who love what they do! In addition to possessing the ability to live out our core and functional values daily, candidates must possess the following requirements:

• 0-1 years of specialized or technical training beyond high school or equivalent job-related experience.
• 2 years of customer service experience.
• 1 year of analytical research including but not limited to descriptive, diagnostic and predictive.
• 0-1 years of tax administration, local, or State Transaction Privilege Tax auditing.
• 0-1 years of legal interpretation of tax code, law, policies, and regulations.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Licensing / Certifications

• Valid Arizona Driver's License; Arizona Department of Revenue Auditor Certification (preferred)

This position is an At-Will position and is FLSA Exempt - ineligible for overtime compensation.

REMOTE/HYBRID DESIGNATION

This position has been identified as an eligible position for a Hybrid or Remote work agreement. Modified work privileges are approved at the sole discretion of the department director; as such, the department reserves the right to modify or discontinue modified work arrangements at any point. Regardless of work location (Remote, On-Site, or Hybrid) Town of Gilbert employees are required to reside in the state of Arizona.

This position has been designated as a Light work position. Click here to learn more about the different physical exertion levels as defined by the Social Security Administration.

The physical demands and working conditions information above is meant to provide a general idea of the conditions for this role. Gilbert is committed to being an inclusive employer of candidates with a wide range of abilities, and looks for opportunities to accommodate different abilities within reason.

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Gilbert is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If any reasonable accommodation is needed while participating in the application and interviewing process, please contact our People Team (Human Resources) at 480-503-6823. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.

Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.