INDIVIDUAL INCOME TAX AUDITOR 3

Arizona Department of Administration•Phoenix, AZ

1d•$24•Hybrid

About The Position

Conducts highly-complex audits, that are medium to large in scale, of individual and federal corporate income tax, withholding tax, and/or emerging tax audits. These responsibilities are completed using acceptable audit methods and procedures to ensure taxpayers are in compliance with Arizona tax law, rulings, case law. This role is also responsible for collecting and analyzing data, planning and organizing audit procedures, and examining and reviewing financial records to prepare detailed reports of audit findings. This position may be available for remote work within Arizona 2 days in office per week, following a 6 month full time in office probation period.

Requirements

Knowledge of individual income, corporate income, fiduciary and withholding tax policy and procedures
Knowledge of applicable federal and state tax laws, statutes, and codes
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
Knowledge of generally accepted auditing standards (GAAS)
Strong communications skills, to include verbal, written, and active listening
Strong mathematical computation skills such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentage, and averages
Strong organization and time management skills with the ability to make measurable progress on multiple priorities
Strong interpersonal skills and demeanor
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
Strong proficiency and skill in the use of Microsoft Excel and tax reporting/accounting systems
Ability to clear a comprehensive background and clearance process that includes an Arizona tax compliance verification, and a criminal background check through the FBI via level one fingerprint clearance through the Arizona Department of Public Safety
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
Ability to convey tax related terminology and information in layman's terms
Ability to work with a high degree of autonomy and also participate collaboratively as part of a team
Ability to understand and solve problems by applying intermediate analytical skills to include collecting all the relevant information and data needed to address the problem; organizing, classifying and synthesizing the data into fundamental issues; from the information, identifying the most probable causes of the problem; reducing the information down into manageable components; identifying the logical outcomes from the analyses of the data collected; and, identifying the options and solutions for addressing the problems analyzed.
Ability to travel up to 10% of the time to conduct field audit work and/or participate in hearings
Willingness and ability to embody ADOR’s core values of Do the Right Thing, Commit to Excellence, and Care About One Another

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 Bachelor’s Degree (e.g., B.A.), training, coursework, and work experience relevant to the assignment.
Minimum two (2) years’ related experience as an Auditor, or equivalent experience
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or closely related field
Experience with Continuous Improvement/LEAN

Responsibilities

Tax Refund and Audit Reviews
As applicable to the assigned income tax audit unit, conducts complex audits involving the accurate calculation and application of tax laws, rules and regulations, policies and procedures of the department in a consistent manner to all taxpayers.
May include accurate and timely examination of audits and determining and recomputing tax liabilities, and/or detailed review and determination of penalty abatement requests.
May elicit clarifying information, accept evidence, evaluate both testimony in a written decision and prepare case files.
Fully documents audits to support the department's position and maintain the audit file in an orderly manner. Prepare work papers, audit reports and weekly reports.
May performs and supports other audit functions, including research, examination, ticket/email resolution and tax system maintenance for accounts flagged for potential fraud
Makes adjustments to taxpayer accounts in the tax system and tax system data cleanup to, including those accounts flagged for potential fraud
Research & Analysis
Researches highly-complex issues and resolve taxpayer appeals timely, fairly, accurately and consistently
Explains audit adjustments and conclusions to taxpayers and their representatives
Discusses audit adjustments and positions with taxpayers and/or representatives
Reviews work of other auditors
Educates taxpayers in tax law, rules and regulations and ensures taxpayer compliance through the audit process.
Agency/Department Compliance & Continuous Improvement
Remains current on all laws, regulations, policies, and best practices related to taxation through regular engagement in activities such as: self-directed research, conferring with other practitioners and technical experts; subscriptions to regulatory/legal/industry newsletters and briefs; membership industry associations and attendance at meetings/events; and or participation in training and others continuing education opportunities.
Actively contributes to team and individual effectiveness through the following-
Attends staff meetings and huddles of work unit or district; and may cascade and track information as indicated
Completes all required training in a timely manner.
Participates in assigned work teams as appropriate.
May complete periodic metrics, projects, huddle boards and reports as requested.
Prepares for and actively participates in 1:1 coaching with supervisor
Maximizes work processes and deliverables through lean principles within the Arizona Management System (AMS); and provides recommendations for process improvement, and engages in continuous improvement efforts as assigned.

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
By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.(OPTIONAL AND BASED UPON POSITION)