Tax Auditor I

City of Cleveland•1507 - Cca, OH

7h•Onsite

About The Position

This application is for a Civil Service Examination (OPEN) for the position of Tax Auditor I. By submitting an application, you are applying to take an examination for the opportunity to be placed on an Eligible List for a future opening. The role involves performing field or office accounting and auditing functions, investigating businesses and individuals delinquent in filing income tax returns, and assisting the public and businesses in preparing income tax returns.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business, or related field from a four year accredited college or university.
One year of experience may substitute for each year of college education lacking.
Must include/attach any required documents (i.e. Resume, Certifications, Driver’s License, etc.) to support meeting Minimum Qualifications at the time of submitting the application.
Proof of active service or a DD Form 214, must be presented to the Commission at the time of filing application for the examination in which credit is sought in order to qualify for veterans' credit.
Only DD Form 214 (long form) or an official armed service document indicating type of discharge or separation and the dates of active service will be accepted as proof of active service.

Responsibilities

Performs field or office accounting and auditing functions.
Makes investigations of businesses and individuals delinquent in filing income tax returns.
Assists the public and businesses in the preparation of income tax returns.
Audits financial records of businesses and persons subject to City income tax.
Determines taxable income and income tax liabilities on salaries and wages paid employees subject to income tax withholding provisions.
Checks payrolls of employers who may be exempted from tax provisions.
Examines income tax claims to verify correctness.
Makes visits to taxpayers to determine reasons for failure to pay appropriate income tax.
Prepares reports of investigations.
Checks income tax returns for completeness and accuracy.