REVENUE OFFICER I (TAXATION)

State of careers Rhode Island

5d • $57,873 - $66,196 • Hybrid

About The Position

This position assists in the Division of Taxation's tax collection program for delinquent accounts and securing delinquent tax returns. The role involves performing moderately complex tax collection activities, either in the field or office. The Revenue Officer I works under close supervision and receives instructions from a higher-grade Revenue Officer, with ongoing review of progress, results, and adherence to laws and procedures for proper tax collection. Supervision exercised is usually none.

Requirements

• A working knowledge of the pertinent provisions of the state's tax laws, rules and regulations dealing with taxpayer liability and the ability to interpret such laws, rules, and regulations to individuals, partnership and corporate business organizations.
• A working knowledge of investigative techniques involved in the collection of delinquent taxes, and the ability to apply said techniques.
• A working knowledge of the legal principles of property rights and the ability to apply said principles in seeking liens on property for tax collection purposes.
• The ability to read and interpret financial statements for tax collection purposes.
• A working knowledge of the laws, rules, and regulations governing the collection of delinquent taxes and the ability to apply said laws, rules, and regulations.
• A working knowledge of state and federal insolvency laws and proceedings.
• The ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with delinquent taxpayers or their representatives.
• Graduation from a four-year college of recognized standing with a major in Accounting or closely related field or twenty-seven (27) credits in Accounting/Finance or a Master's Degree in Accounting.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid motor vehicle operator's license.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the Division of Taxation's tax collection program of delinquent accounts and the securing of delinquent tax returns by assisting in the performance of moderately complex tax collection activities.
• Conduct interviews with taxpayers and their representatives to determine methods of liquidating previously determined tax liabilities, and provide taxpayers with tax information and business counsel to promote voluntary compliance with state tax laws.
• Verify and analyze the taxpayer's financial condition by investigating financial statements or obtaining information from third-party sources, and arrange payment agreements based on the taxpayer's financial condition and ability to pay.
• Determine the lien rights or equity of the state in the taxpayer's property or rights to property prior to taking enforcement action.
• Make a variety of offers in compromise related to delinquency and penalty assessments, nonpayment penalties, and enforcement procedures, and determine and recommend transferee assessments against corporate officers and employees where the liability cannot be collected from the corporate entity.
• Conduct investigations relative to delinquent accounts or returns involving decedent's estates and various insolvency proceedings under state and federal bankruptcy laws.
• Advise taxpayers on matters such as taxable income, allowable deductions, and the taxability of articles or services to facilitate the preparation of delinquent returns.
• Advise taxpayers of the various payment provisions of the state tax laws and their possible liability for penalties if they fail to comply with such provisions.
• Collect monies determined to be owed following tax liability investigations.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Information regarding benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees can be found on the Office of Employee Benefits' website.
• Direct deposit for all employees is required.
• Public service with purpose and impact.

What This Job Offers

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