Revenue Tax Auditor

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Erie County, PA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Revenue Tax Auditor works in the Bureau of Audits, Erie Regional Office, supporting fair and accurate tax practices across Pennsylvania. The role conducts field audits to assess taxpayer compliance with state tax laws and regulations. It includes reviewing taxpayer records, preparing audit plans, and working directly with taxpayers and their representatives. Auditors document findings and provide guidance to taxpayers on improving future reporting practices. The position may also support other auditors through on-the-job instruction.

Requirements

• Successfully complete the Revenue Tax Auditor Trainee program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or have one year of professional accounting or auditing experience and a bachelor's degree including or supplemented by 15 college credits in accounting, tax, or auditing; or be eligible to sit for the Certified Public Accountant examination.
• Meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement.
• Be able to perform the essential job functions.
• Pass an enhanced background check before beginning employment, including required criminal history reports, fingerprint-based federal records check, Pennsylvania State Police clearance, applicable local law enforcement checks, and citizenship/residency verification.

Nice To Haves

• Residence within Erie County may receive hiring preference.

Responsibilities

• Review taxpayer history and plan audit steps.
• Examine books and financial documents to determine tax accuracy.
• Inspect facilities and meet with taxpayer representatives to verify operations.
• Draft narratives, schedules, and reports explaining audit findings.
• Provide guidance to taxpayers to improve future tax reporting practices.
• Share knowledge with other auditors during on-the-job instruction.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time