Corporation Tax Officer 2

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Dauphin County, PA

18h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Corporation Tax Officer 2 works in the Bureau of Desk Review and Analysis, Corporation Tax Desk Review Division, supporting accurate and consistent corporate tax processing across Pennsylvania. The role reviews corporate tax reports and determines tax liability using applicable laws, regulations, and departmental policies.

The officer analyzes corporate tax reports, federal returns, and financial documents; evaluates specialized tax matters; resolves complex suspended reports; verifies taxpayer information against system data; communicates with taxpayers or representatives about discrepancies; and creates, corrects, and updates cases in the PATH system.

This is a full-time position with work hours of 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Part-time telework may be available from an approved location within Pennsylvania, subject to a securely configured high-speed internet connection and possible changes to telework availability. Employees who cannot telework may report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The position has access to Federal Tax Information and requires passing an enhanced background check before employment begins.

Requirements

• One year as a Corporation Tax Officer 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or two years of professional accounting experience affording knowledge of State and Federal corporation tax laws, together with a bachelor's degree with major coursework in accounting or business administration and twelve accounting credits; or an equivalent combination of experience and training that includes twelve accounting credits.
• Meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement.
• Be able to perform the essential job functions.
• Pass an enhanced background check required for access to Federal Tax Information, including applicable criminal history checks, fingerprint-based federal records check, Pennsylvania State Police clearance, local law enforcement checks for places lived, worked, or attended school during the previous five years, and citizenship/residency verification.
• Provide relevant, detailed experience and education information on the application; applicants claiming education in supplemental answers must attach college transcripts.

Responsibilities

• Analyze corporate tax reports, federal returns, and financial documents to determine proper tax liability.
• Evaluate specialized tax matters, including apportionment, partnership investments, and extra statutory items.
• Resolve complex suspended reports by reviewing depreciation, loss claims, and resale issues.
• Compare taxpayer-submitted information with system data and prepare findings for adjustments.
• Contact taxpayers or their representatives to clarify discrepancies and provide information.
• Create cases, make corrections, and update records accurately in the PATH system.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level