Tax Auditor III

State of Delaware•Dover, DE

About The Position

The incumbent will detect and prevent the fraudulent payment of unclaimed property claims, investigate thefts, and pursue prosecution of theft. Investigative steps may include verification of identity documentation, financial documents, tax returns, court orders, wills, mergers, bills of sale, corporate organizational documents, and anything else deemed evidence to corroborate ownership of unclaimed property. This position will also periodically assist in training and guidance for claim examiners and frontline staff to support the awareness of identifying potential fraud during their day-to-day review of claims. Preferred Qualification Applicants who do not possess the preferred qualification will still be eligible to compete for this position if job requirements are met: 1 year experience in investigating fraud, forgery or financial/paper crimes. Essential Functions Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, employees can complete job duties of a similar kind not specifically listed here. Audits tax filings, financial records, and supporting documentation to determine tax liability, and ensure the accurate collection of taxes in compliance with tax laws, rules, and regulations. Researches tax records and conducts interviews which may include field investigations, to obtain and clarify information. Identifies errors, issues, and non-compliance and makes recommendations for corrective action based on audit findings such as refunds, penalties, or late payments. Provides technical guidance and consultation to ensure state tax laws are applied uniformly, deter tax evasion, promote voluntary compliance and educate taxpayers. Explains audit findings which may include tax assessments, delinquencies, penalties and interest due; works with taxpayers and their representatives to take action to bring the account into compliance. Completes continuing education to remain current on auditing standards, methods, techniques, and best practices. Uses commercial and proprietary automated information systems and computer software to research, review, analyze, document and report on financial information. Prepares and submits audit summaries and reports that clearly and accurately document findings and supporting facts and recommend agency action. Participates in meetings, conference calls, or on-site visits. Delivers excellent customer service to internal and external customers and the public in person, electronically, or by written communication. Communicates and interacts effectively with people across cultures, ranges of ability, genders, ethnicities, ages, and races. May prepare legal documents to enter judgment against delinquent taxpayers, secure legal authority from the court to garnish wages and arrange payment installment schedules.

Requirements

Two years’ experience in tax auditing to ensure compliance with tax laws, rules and regulations which may include but is not limited to auditing tax and financial documents to determine correct tax liability.
One year of experience in analyzing tax discrepancies or related problems, developing alternatives, recommending and advising on solutions.
Two years’ experience in preparing audit summaries and reports that clearly and accurately document findings, supporting facts and recommendations.
Two years' experience in providing excellent customer service on tax matters such as gathering information from or providing technical guidance to taxpayers or legal representatives, responding to inquiries and resolving complaints in a timely and courteous manner.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Applicant must complete satisfactory criminal background check, reference checks, confirmation of compliance with federal and state tax laws, and any other required condition of employment.
All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

1 year experience in investigating fraud, forgery or financial/paper crimes.

Responsibilities

Audits tax filings, financial records, and supporting documentation to determine tax liability, and ensure the accurate collection of taxes in compliance with tax laws, rules, and regulations.
Researches tax records and conducts interviews which may include field investigations, to obtain and clarify information.
Identifies errors, issues, and non-compliance and makes recommendations for corrective action based on audit findings such as refunds, penalties, or late payments.
Provides technical guidance and consultation to ensure state tax laws are applied uniformly, deter tax evasion, promote voluntary compliance and educate taxpayers.
Explains audit findings which may include tax assessments, delinquencies, penalties and interest due; works with taxpayers and their representatives to take action to bring the account into compliance.
Completes continuing education to remain current on auditing standards, methods, techniques, and best practices.
Uses commercial and proprietary automated information systems and computer software to research, review, analyze, document and report on financial information.
Prepares and submits audit summaries and reports that clearly and accurately document findings and supporting facts and recommend agency action.
Participates in meetings, conference calls, or on-site visits.
Delivers excellent customer service to internal and external customers and the public in person, electronically, or by written communication.
Communicates and interacts effectively with people across cultures, ranges of ability, genders, ethnicities, ages, and races.
May prepare legal documents to enter judgment against delinquent taxpayers, secure legal authority from the court to garnish wages and arrange payment installment schedules.