Personal Property Auditor

Hall County • Gainesville, GA

18h

About The Position

Reviews and processes personal property business return to determine fair market value of inventory, machinery and equipment owned. Audits business records to insure compliance to local personal property rules and regulations.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or related field.
• Supplemented with the Georgia Department of Revenue Course III: Valuation of Personal Property.
• No experience required.
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the minimum level of qualifications stated above.
• Valid Class I Driver's License and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
• Knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles and practices.
• Knowledge of State and County tax laws and regulations governing taxable personal property.
• Knowledge of methods and techniques related to personal property appraisal.
• Ability to make mathematical computations and tabulations with speed and accuracy.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Researches incomplete returns obtaining additional information such as balance sheets and depreciation schedules from businesses and property owners to determine value of personal property liable for ad valorem taxation.
• Reviews information from taxpayers' accounting books to evaluate accuracy of returns ensuring all applicable property tax has been properly reported.
• Researches personal property tax returns to determine amount of back taxes due on unreported personal property; processes personal property valuations for property not included on the regular county tax digest.
• Conducts field investigations to locate business accounts not in compliance with Hall County personal property regulations; commences process for assessing valuation of property.
• Reviews personal property tax digest for errors and omissions to insure accuracy in annual tax digest.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required.
• Performs other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees