Auditor/Examiner 1

Revenue, Department of•Atlanta, GA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Georgia Department of Revenue is seeking an Auditor/Examiner 1 to examine and analyze accounting records to determine an organization’s financial condition or compliance with Georgia tax law. This role involves interacting with taxpayers, conducting audit activities, preparing documentation, and using sound judgment. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement, allowing for telework from the assigned office with occasional in-state travel required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a closely related field from an accredited college or university; or three (3) years of professional job-related experience.
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business Administration, Accounting, or a closely related field, including a minimum of four accounting classes (12 semester hours).
Detail-oriented professional who can balance analytical work with strong customer service.
Accountability, sound judgment, teamwork, organization, and a commitment to results.
Proficiency in Excel.
Ability to travel in-state as required.
Ability to lift/carry up to 30 lbs.
Ability to handle approximately 30% phone work, including inbound calls and taxpayer correspondence (for some positions).

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of accounting and taxation practices
One year of tax auditing experience in various tax fields
One year of general accounting experience
One year of tax preparation experience

Responsibilities

Examine and analyze accounting records to determine an organization’s financial condition or compliance with Georgia tax law.
Interact with taxpayers and their representatives.
Conduct audit activities.
Prepare documentation.
Use sound judgment to move assignments forward.
Prepare financial reports concerning operating procedures.
Communicate professionally with taxpayers, representatives, banking institutions, and court offices by mail, phone, and in person.
Work with supervisors and leadership on audits subject to litigation and provide depositions related to court cases or administrative hearings.
Use the Discovery functionality of ITS, when available, and work leads assigned by your supervisor.
Contact taxpayers and schedule audits within 60 days of assignment and provide required pre-audit materials.
Secure and maintain statutory waivers and escalate issues to leadership when necessary.
Prepare timely work papers and assessment documentation to support audit completion and statutory requirements.
Document important conversations and interactions with taxpayers and representatives in writing.