Sales Tax Auditor

the South Dakota State Government•Aberdeen, SD

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a full-time position with the South Dakota Department of Revenue. At the Department of Revenue, we work in partnership with businesses, communities, and citizens to deliver fair, consistent, and customer-focused tax administration. Our employees are our greatest resource, and we are committed to building a team of skilled, dependable public servants who want to make a meaningful impact in South Dakota. If you are motivated, like to stay busy and be challenged, service-oriented, and ready to help strengthen our state through accurate and transparent tax administration, we encourage you to apply. As a Sales Tax Auditor, you will play a key role in ensuring compliance, supporting taxpayers, and protecting state revenue. Before you begin auditing taxpayer records, we'll invest heavily in your training. You'll learn state tax laws, audit policies, and procedures, and work alongside experienced auditors on real audits. Within six months, you'll be conducting your own audits with ongoing support, developing skills to analyze business records, identifying compliance issues, and recommending assessments or credits. Over time, you'll progress from auditing small businesses to some of the largest in the state.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance, or economics is required
Prior professional experience in the accounting field
Effective communicator who can make informed, confident decisions based on established facts and training
Strong work ethic
Solid interpersonal skills
Sound judgment
Discretion with sensitive information
Consistently positive, professional attitude
Knowledge of Generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), or the ability to develop this knowledge
Knowledge of Generally accepted auditing standards (GAAS), or the ability to develop this knowledge
Knowledge of auditing concepts, standards, and objectives related to financial records across diverse business types, or the ability to develop this knowledge
Knowledge of Microsoft, Excel, Word, and Outlook
Ability to deliver professional, accurate, and courteous customer service
Ability to maintain strong attention to detail throughout all stages of the audit process
Ability to remain composed, focused, and effective in challenging or high-pressure situations
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Ability to interact with taxpayers and colleagues in a tactful, respectful, and professional manner
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
Ability to work with electronic data and automated accounting systems
Ability to adapt to varying work environments, including assignments outside the office
Ability to read, interpret, and apply tax laws and administrative rules
Ability to travel in and out of state approximately 10-20% of the time
Must apply online
Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation
All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9
The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of South Dakota tax laws are not required; comprehensive training will be provided.
Possession of a National Career Readiness Certificate

Responsibilities

Conducting audits of accounting systems and financial records
Analyzing business records
Identifying compliance issues
Recommending assessments or credits
Extracting relevant information from electronic data and automated accounting systems

Benefits

Career Enhancement Program for Sales Tax Auditors (provides additional pay increases upon completion of designated milestones)
Vacation Leave (15 days per year)
Sick Leave (14 days per year)
11 Paid Holidays
Health Insurance ($0 employee-only premium option)
Well-Being Program
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account
Membership in the South Dakota Retirement System
And many other benefits
$0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits.