Auditing Technician 2 - Withholding Unit

State of Montana • Helena, MT

9d • Remote

About The Position

This position resides in the Business & Income Taxes Division of Department of Revenue. BIT’s auditing technicians perform a variety of duties assigned by management. Duties include conducting simple examinations of various types of tax returns, adjusting tax returns, conducting research, communicating internally and externally, and participating in the appeal process. Auditing technicians also provide support for other unit operations and complex examination activities. The position does not supervise other staff.

REMOTE/TELEWORK: This position may be eligible to work from an approved worksite within the state of Montana. This position would be required to report to a Department of Revenue office assigned by the supervisor. Employees must meet and sustain Department of Revenue telework eligibility requirements and supervisor's approval to participate in the DOR Telework Program. Telework is only approved after training period is complete.

Training Assignment: This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Requirements

• Basic accounting and financial reporting principles
• Basic State and Federal tax regulations
• Research and analysis
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Basic mathematics
• Conflict resolution & customer service
• Microsoft programs and other database applications
• Written, verbal, and interpersonal communication
• Self-motivated
• Strong work ethic
• Follow instructions
• Provide timely and accurate customer service
• Work under pressure
• Be open minded
• High School Diploma or GED qualification
• A valid driver's license is required with less than 12 conviction points in the most recent completed 36 months.

Nice To Haves

• One year of professional work experience is preferred, but not required, in accounting, money management, banking, bookkeeping or another related field.
• Other combinations of education and experience are evaluated on an individual basis.

Responsibilities

• Conducting simple examinations of various types of tax returns
• Adjusting tax returns
• Conducting research
• Communicating internally and externally
• Participating in the appeal process
• Provide support for other unit operations and complex examination activities

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision care; life insurance; and long-term disability. The State currently contributes $12,648/year toward these benefits.
• Free health care for employees and eligible family member at Montana Health Centers.
• Employee Assistance Benefits including counseling, legal assistance, well-being coaching, financial information, which are free resources.
• Retirement plans- The State currently contributes 9.17%25, vested after 5 years of continuous employment.
• Paid vacation- starting at 15 days a year.
• Sick leave- 12 days a year.
• 11 holidays, including a floating holiday, which can be used any time.
• Flexible hours.
• Eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED