Tax Auditor I (Taxation)

State of careers Rhode Island

8h • Onsite

About The Position

Within the Department of Revenue (DOR) Division of Taxation, to assist in the completion of comprehensive tax audits; to assist in reviewing accounting records, income, corporation and excise tax returns, and other evidential materials to determine the proper tax liabilities under the State's various tax laws; to assist in the preparation of reports as to the findings of such audits; and to do related work as required. This role works under the close supervision of a Revenue Agent of higher grade, and their work is reviewed for conformance to Rhode Island tax laws, regulations, and procedures, as well as generally accepted auditing standards and techniques. Supervision exercised is usually none.

Requirements

• A working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and generally accepted auditing methods, standards, and procedures, and the ability to apply such knowledge in making comprehensive tax audits of accounting records and other data of individuals, partnerships, and corporations.
• A working knowledge of Rhode Island tax laws (including regulations, bulletins, and policy memoranda).
• The ability to research, compile, and compose written financial reports and findings.
• Skill in performing mathematical computations.
• The ability to respond to taxpayers' inquiries into tax laws, policies, and procedures.
• The ability to maintain effective working relationships with taxpayers, their legal representatives, and other fellow professionals.
• The ability to utilize a variety of computer software in the completion of duties.
• Possession of a Bachelor's or Master's degree from a college of recognized standing in Accounting or a closely related financial field.
• Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license at the time of appointment, which must be maintained as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the completion of comprehensive tax audits.
• Assist in reviewing accounting records, income, corporation and excise tax returns, and other evidential materials to determine proper tax liabilities under the State's various tax laws.
• Assist in the preparation of reports detailing audit findings.
• Assist in determining appropriate tax necessary to complete the audit.
• Assist in formulating audit results and determining the tax liability of income, corporation, and excise tax audits.
• Assist in writing and reporting the results of the audit, including statements on the scope, audit procedures used, methods used by the taxpayer, propriety of such methods, a summary of findings, determination of additional taxes due, and a narrative regarding the taxpayer's agreement or disagreement with audit findings and recommendations.
• Assist in handling inquiries regarding the state's income, corporation, and excise tax laws.
• Perform related work 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 for hires after September 30, 2014.

What This Job Offers

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