Tax Auditor 1

State of Oregon•Salem, OR

2d•$4,954 - $7,592•Hybrid

About The Position

Oregon counts on us! Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide us as we serve Oregon taxpayers whose tax dollars support the critical infrastructure of Oregonians' daily lives. Department of Revenue is recruiting for a Corporation Tax Auditor (Tax Auditor 1) position. We are looking for a talented, detail-oriented individual to join our Business Division in the Corporation & Estate Section. This position is headquartered in our Salem office or any of our field office locations across the state. The successful candidate may be eligible for in-state hybrid work. Hybrid work consists of performing duties onsite in a standard office environment and working remotely. In order to be considered for Department of Revenue recruitments, you must reside within the state of Oregon. Current Revenue employees who live outside of Oregon may apply and will be considered.

Requirements

Four years of work experience in tax compliance, tax preparation, tax auditing, audit defense, professional accounting, providing law training, or developing tax forms or instructions; OR An equivalent combination of relevant education, training, and experience.
A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field will substitute for up to three years of experience.

Nice To Haves

Be self-motivated and self-disciplined and keep track of deadlines.
Proven ability to work independently displaying a high degree of integrity.
Experience interpreting and applying complex laws/regulations, policies, and procedures.
Strong analytical, auditing, and investigative skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
Effective written and verbal communication skills; including preparing reports, explaining technical information and face-to-face interactions.

Responsibilities

Prepares, presents and defends independently the department’s position at the written objection level.
Responding to written objections from taxpayers.
Preparing concise and understandable work papers and report of varied information obtained using a personal computer (word processing/spread sheet/data base software).
Review and evaluate amended returns and work the amended returns after the audit.
Performs excise or income tax audits on selected corporations that conduct business in Oregon.
Supports the supervisor in the Transit District Self-Employment program coordination and operational functions of the unit.
Provides taxpayer assistance by responding to questions which may include researching technical questions on various tax programs.