Individual Income Tax Auditor 2

Arizona Department of Administration•Phoenix, AZ

1d•$45,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Individual Income Tax Auditor 2 conducts routine to moderately-complex audits that are small to medium in scale, and research, analysis and review of individual income tax refunds claims. These responsibilities are completed using acceptable audit methods and procedures to ensure taxpayers are in compliance with Arizona tax law, rulings and case law. This role is also responsible for creating and maintaining monthly production charts on behalf of the unit, conducting research and working on special projects on behalf of senior team members and management, as assigned. This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with 2 days per week in office following 6 months of full time in office probation period.

Requirements

Basic knowledge of individual income tax policy and procedures
Basic knowledge of applicable federal and state tax laws, statutes, and codes
Basic knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
Basic knowledge of generally accepted auditing standards (GAAS)
Strong verbal, written, and listening communication skills
Strong mathematical computation skills such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentage, and averages
Effective organization and time management skills with the ability to make measurable progress on multiple priorities
Proficient in the use of a PC/laptop in a Windows environment; in the use of the Internet; and in the use of Google Suite applications such as Gmail, Sheets, Docs, and Drive; and Microsoft Excel
Proficient in the accounting systems
Ability to work in a confidential manner, ensuring information is shared with internal and external individuals in an appropriate manner
Ability to interpret and apply federal and state tax laws to audit reviews tax refund claims
Convey tax related terminology and information in layman's terms
Work with a high degree of autonomy and also participate collaboratively as part of a team
Understand and solve problems by applying basic analytical skills to include collecting all the relevant information and data needed to address the problem
Willingness and ability to embody ADOR’s core values of Do the Right Thing, Commit to Excellence, and Care About One Ano
In the course of performing the essential duties one must be able to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects

Nice To Haves

Any combination that meets the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA); typical ways KSAs are obtained may include but are not limited to: a relevant degree from an accredited college or university such as Associate’s Degree (e.g., A.A.), training, coursework, and work experience relevant to the assignment.
Minimum of six (6) months audit-related experience
Twelve (12) hours of accounting and business coursework may be substituted for experience.
Associate’s Degree in Accounting, or closely related field
Experience with Continuous Improvement/or LEAN

Responsibilities

Tax Return Audit
Research & Analysis
Agency/Department Compliance & Continuous Improvement
Taxpayer Education

Benefits

Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans
10 paid holidays per year
Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Deferred compensation plan
Wellness plans
Tuition Reimbursement
Stipend Opportunities
Infant at Work Program
Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities
Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance