Tax Examiner

United Trading Group; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 87,395,000 - 162,153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Hybrid remote work

Competitive Career Service

Job summary

Utah State Tax Commission is seeking a Tax Examiner in Salt Lake City to perform complex audits of state tax returns and ensure compliance with Utah tax laws. The role requires minimal supervision and a solid understanding of tax policies.

The position offers hybrid work, a full benefits package, and a structured career path within a government agency. A criminal background check is required and the deadline is 10/25/2026.

Qualifications

• has at least two year of experience reviewing sales, income, or corporate tax
• has working knowledge of the Utah State Tax Commission policies and procedures
• has the knowledge of the theory and practice of laws
• has the ability to do extensive research
• has the ability to communicate effectively

Responsibilities

• Tax Examiners will perform complex audits, audits of state tax returns to determine compliance with Utah tax laws and rules.
• interpreting tax laws, rules and policies
• ensuring compliance with sales, income, and corporate tax regulations
• evaluating and reviewing business reports, tax files and previous audits
• scheduling and conducting audits with taxpayers
• auditing taxpayer records
• interviewing taxpayers
• preparing audit reports
• providing training
• answering tax professionals questions as a part of a contact center
• participate in outreach training to educate tax professionals and the public

Skills

Tax knowledge

Communication

Research

Job description

Tax Examiner

Full-Time. Benefits Eligibility – This position is eligible for a full benefits package. Salary – $30.50 - $56.59 Hourly Wage. Remote Work – Hybrid. Application Deadline – 10/25/2026*.

Job Description

If you would like to advance your career with the Utah State Tax Commission, this job is for you. The Business Taxes and Discovery Division is looking for individuals who need minimalsupervision to fill their Tax Examiner position. You will play an integral role in USTC's mission to administertax laws. You must be current on your state and federal tax filings and pass a criminal background check.

Salary

Non-state employees are hired for this position at $30.50 an hour. We are unable to negotiate hourly wage amounts. DHRM rules apply for promotions/transfers for current state employees.

Job Duties

Tax Examiners will perform complex audits, audits of state tax returns to determine compliance with Utah tax laws and rules. Tax Examiners duties will include:

• interpreting tax laws, rules and policies
• ensuring compliance with sales, income, and corporate tax regulations
• evaluating and reviewing business reports, tax files and previous audits
• scheduling and conducting audits with taxpayers
• auditing taxpayer records
• interviewing taxpayers
• preparing audit reports
• providing training
• answering tax professionals questions as a part of a contact center
• participate in outreach training to educate tax professionals and the public

The Ideal Candidate

• has at least two year of experience reviewing sales, income, or corporate tax
• has working knowledge of the Utah State Tax Commission policies and procedures
• has the knowledge of the theory and practice of laws
• has the ability to do extensive research
• has the ability to communicate effectively

Remote/Telework

• This position is currently a hybrid of both in-office (2 days) and remote work days.
• Please note, a position's eligibility for remote work is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion at any time and for any reason.
• Under Administrative Rule R13-4 all work must be performed within the State of Utah. As such employees should either reside in Utah or be in the process of relocating to within 30 days of their start date.

About the Role

Location – 210 North 1950 West, Salt Lake City, Utah, 84134, United States

Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.

Drug Test Required – No

Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture.

Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency

For more information tax.utah.gov

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact [phone].