Tax Compliance & Enforcement Officer

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Department of Revenue is seeking a Revenue Tax Officer to join the Business Tax Enforcement Division. The role involves researching delinquent tax liabilities, monitoring taxpayer actions, and performing field visits to ensure registration and compliance with state tax laws.

The position offers progression to Revenue Tax Officer 2 with SER pay rates and duties, including collecting taxes at events and preparing reports. A criminal history check is required for applicants.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in accounting, financial auditing, tax administration, tax policy or law, management analysis, or administrative services in a financial setting.
• Six years of full-time work experience in any field; OR
• A bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Research, collect, and resolve delinquent tax liabilities in accordance with Department policies and procedures.
• Monitor taxpayer actions to assure compliance with court ordered judgments.
• Perform field visits to collect delinquent taxes, survey businesses for proper registration and compliance with state tax laws and provide information on filling requirements.
• Collect taxes at special events, such as trade shows, fairs, festivals, etc.
• Prepare collection reports upon request.

Skills

Judgment

Resource management

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Louisiana Department of Revenue is seeking a Revenue Tax Officer to join the Business Tax Enforcement Division. The role involves researching delinquent tax liabilities, monitoring taxpayer actions, and performing field visits to ensure registration and compliance with state tax laws.

The position offers progression to Revenue Tax Officer 2 with SER pay rates and duties, including collecting taxes at events and preparing reports. A criminal history check is required for applicants.