Tax Examiner IV

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Chelsea (MA); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Commonwealth of Massachusetts in Chelsea, MA, is seeking a Tax Examiner IV in the Department of Revenue to perform tax examinations and enforce tax laws. The role is full-time with a day shift at the primary location in Massachusetts.

The incumbent will inspect returns, determine liability status, and initiate enforcement actions while ensuring compliance with tobacco-related and other tax requirements. 2 openings are available with a salary range listed.

Qualifications

• Inspects returns for proper amounts
• Initiates and monitors enforcement procedures against those not in compliance
• Prepares CIB and Audit referrals
• Assists taxpayers with paperwork to adjust accounts accordingly

Responsibilities

• Examine the returns and records of individuals, corporations, and other business establishments to determine tax filing and liability status
• Initiate and monitor enforcement procedures for noncompliance
• Inspect returns for proper amounts and initiate assessment procedures when necessary
• Prepare CIB and Audit referrals and assist taxpayers with paperwork to adjust accounts accordingly

Job description

An Official website of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Job Description - Tax Examiner IV (260002BO)

Job Description

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.

Job Description:

Incumbent performs tobacco product inspections at assigned retail locations, seizing unstamped or illegal tobacco products when found and ensuring compliance with all tobacco related requirements.

Incumbent examines the returns and records of individuals, corporations, and other business establishments to determine:

• tax filing and liability status
• initiates and monitors enforcement procedures against those found not to be in compliance
• inspects returns for proper amounts
• initiates assessment procedures when necessary
• prepares CIB and Audit referrals
• assists taxpayers with appropriate paperwork in order to adjust accounts accordingly including related paperwork as required

The primary purpose of the work is to ensure compliance with and enforcement of the applicable tax laws, rules, and regulations of the Commonwealth.

Official Title : Tax Examiner IV

Primary Location

United States-Massachusetts-Chelsea-200 Arlington Street

Job

Accounting and Finance

Agency

Department of Revenue

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day

Job Posting

Sep 15, 2026, 6:28:12 PM

Number of Openings

2

Salary

82,789.72 - 120,508.44 Yearly

If you have Diversity, Affi​natives or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator : Gabriella Knight - 8572861554

Bargaining Unit : 06-NAGE - Professional Admin.

Confidential : No

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : Yes