Auditor

Hinderliter de Llamas & Associates•Fresno, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Auditor I – Tax Compliance role is responsible for performing detailed audits of business compliance with local tax regulations including, but not limited to, transient occupancy tax, business license tax, utility user tax, and cannabis tax. This position involves reviewing financial records, verifying the accuracy of tax filings, and preparing audit reports within established timelines. The Auditor I collaborates with internal teams and reports directly to the Tax Audit Manager.

Requirements

Resourceful, trustworthy in managing confidential information, and team oriented.
Patient and professional when interacting with clients and colleagues.
Self-sufficient and able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Basic understanding of accounting and auditing principles; familiarity with governmental tax regulations a plus.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel required) and comfortable with computerized accounting systems.
Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and organizational ability.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; professional and collaborative demeanor.
Ability to work efficiently in an office environment and to adapt quickly to shifting priorities.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred, Associate's degree with two years of relevant work experience considered.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with governmental tax regulations

Responsibilities

Conduct desk and field audits of local tax return filings, including regulatory compliance audits and client-requested reviews with a sense of urgency.
Review financial records, bookkeeping systems, and third-party tax platforms to test the accuracy of tax scenario application.
Compare invoices, payments, deposits, and supporting documents for accuracy and consistency.
Trace general ledger activity to source documents and resolve any discrepancies.
Develop, prepare, and maintain comprehensive reports detailing audit findings, taxpayer compliance recommendations, and corrective actions.
Research and escalate complex support concerns to the management team when required.
Continually assess and update the control environment, staying informed of emerging trends and issues.
Ensure adherence to regulatory and organizational standards throughout audit processes.
Assist with the training of new team members to ensure audit procedures and best practices.
Respond to complex, non-standard audit-related inquiries with expert guidance.
Work closely with Audit Coordinators and other team members to ensure smooth audit performance processes.
Professionally communicate audit findings to internal and external stakeholders under the supervision of the Tax Audit Manager.
Meet with clients to clarify audit requirements and present audit results.
Support outreach efforts and provide input on process improvements and risk mitigation strategies.