Revenue Auditor 2 (OOS) - Philadelphia, PA, Providence, RI, or Hartford, CT.

State of Washington•Out of State, WA

10d•Remote

About The Position

The Washington State Department of Revenue’s Audit Division is hiring a journey-level Revenue Auditor 2 to work from a home office in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania metropolitan area; Providence, Rhode Island, or Hartford, Connecticut, may also be considered. Internal candidates must relocate. Audit coverage and fieldwork locations will depend on assignments, and travel to taxpayers’ locations is expected. The position receives an additional 10% assignment pay for maintaining an out-of-state office location; this amount is not included in the stated base salary. The auditor independently identifies and conducts audits of registered and unregistered taxpayers, with an emphasis on business activities subject to economic nexus. Work includes investigations and audits of national and multinational firms, affiliates, subsidiaries, and divisions whose records are maintained outside Washington. The auditor evaluates business activities and accounting records to determine compliance with applicable tax laws and the correctness of reported tax liability; establishes or confirms nexus with Washington; and manages an inventory of audit assignments and the audit process. The auditor may assist with or lead audits of the largest technically diverse firms. The Department describes itself as a dynamic learning organization that values diverse perspectives and life experiences and promotes a respectful, inclusive culture. The position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement with the Washington Public Employees Association. A background check, including criminal record history, will be conducted before hire.

Requirements

Knowledge of accounting principles and tools, including applying GAAP and auditing principles to reconcile financial statements, general ledgers, subledgers, and journal entries; identifying discrepancies; and correcting misstatements with documented evidence.
Ability to use advanced Excel techniques, including functions and formulas, pivot tables, lookups, and data validation, to analyze and summarize audit data and document repeatable calculations in workpapers.
Ability to evaluate electronic accounting systems, validate data integrity, trace transactions from source documents to financial statements, and document tests and results.
Research, analysis, and problem-solving skills, including researching Washington tax laws and rules, relevant federal law, department policy, and court decisions; determining correct tax reporting; and citing sources and rationale in workpapers.
Ability to collect and synthesize financial and operational data, break complex issues into manageable components, and apply appropriate audit procedures to reach defensible conclusions.
Ability to identify risk exposures, select methods to address risks, and clearly document assumptions, analysis, and outcomes.
Ability to independently manage multiple assignments, set milestones, track progress, and meet deadlines under general supervision.
Ability to evaluate assignment status and reprioritize scope, methods, and time allocation in response to changing business conditions or data constraints.
Clear, professional, and persuasive written and verbal communication skills, including explaining audit concepts and tax implications, delivering unfavorable outcomes constructively, and supporting positions with evidence and applicable law.
Ability to prepare accurate and accessible narrative reports, supporting schedules, future reporting instructions, and structured, well-cited responses for petitions or appeals.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities, workflows, policies, responsibilities, strategies, processes, business environments, and data conditions.
Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively while maintaining confidentiality and personal safety in remote and field settings.
Equity competencies: willingness to learn and grow, ability to meet the needs of others, and use of an equitable and inclusive approach.
Complete an online application and attach a resume and a cover letter explaining relevant qualifications.

Nice To Haves

For external applicants, experience with a state tax agency, corporate tax department, or professional accounting role focused primarily on state and local or indirect taxes.
Professional experience in the required competencies.
Four or more years of professional experience in accounting, auditing, tax compliance, or tax administration.
A bachelor’s degree in accounting.
Twenty-four semester or 36 quarter hours of college-level accounting.
Residence in, or willingness to relocate to, the Philadelphia metropolitan area; Providence or Hartford may also be considered.

Responsibilities

Independently identify and conduct audits of registered and unregistered taxpayers, emphasizing business activities subject to economic nexus.
Investigate and audit national and multinational firms, affiliates, subsidiaries, and divisions whose business records are maintained outside Washington.
Travel to taxpayers’ locations to conduct fieldwork.
Evaluate business activities and accounting records to determine compliance with applicable tax laws and whether tax liability was reported correctly.
Establish or confirm nexus with Washington business activities using tools such as taxpayer interviews, internet research, and the Washington Business Activities Questionnaire.
Manage an inventory of audit assignments to help meet department and division goals.
Manage the audit process and, as needed, assist with or lead audits of the largest national and multinational firms.