Tax Auditor
About The Position
Under the general direction of the Tax Audit Manager, the Tax Auditor performs tax compliance reviews of taxpayer records and serves as a lead on assigned audit cases. The position verifies the accuracy of tax and fee reporting, provides licensing assistance and taxpayer education, and supports the City’s provision of governmental services. The Tax Auditor conducts audits of taxpayer financial records for compliance with the Boulder Revised Code, identifies and quantifies errors, calculates taxes, penalties, and interest owed, presents findings, issues assessments, and collects liabilities. The role also audits construction use tax matters, prepares audit reports, provides testimony and case reports in legal proceedings, researches potential noncompliance, and recommends action concerning possible fraud or other violations. The position assists with tax guidance and regulations, supports taxpayer inquiries, and coordinates compliance actions with City departments and offices. This is a full-time salaried position scheduled for 40 hours per week. The work schedule is hybrid, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with travel as needed for local and out-of-state audits. Compensation is listed as $69,118.40–$100,297.60, with the hiring range generally beginning at the minimum and extending up to 80% of the full range.
Requirements
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with internal staff, businesses, and citizens.
- Ability to contribute to a cohesive team culture characterized by mutual assistance, respect, inclusion, professionalism, and effective communication.
- Ability to learn and apply City of Boulder tax laws.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, Google Documents, and similar tools.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to maintain an acceptable motor vehicle record.
- Must maintain acceptable background information, including criminal conviction history.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field as determined by the City; eight years of related experience may substitute for the education requirement only.
- Zero to two years of experience.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of and experience applying basic and intermediate auditing methods and procedures.
- Knowledge of and experience with sales and use tax reporting, tax auditing, or related education and work experience.
- Master’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field as determined by the City.
- Three years of tax accounting or tax audit experience in a municipal or state government setting.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in Colorado or CPA candidate; certification must be maintained if obtained.
- Certified Internal Auditor.
- Certified Fraud Examiner.
Responsibilities
- Conduct audits of taxpayer financial records for compliance with the Boulder Revised Code.
- Examine taxpayer records and other information using accepted audit methodologies to assess internal controls and tax compliance.
- Identify and quantify errors, and prepare work papers calculating tax, penalties, and interest owed.
- Present audit findings to taxpayers, issue notices of assessment, and collect tax liabilities.
- Educate taxpayers about tax deficiencies, reporting, filing, and payment issues, and corrective actions.
- Review construction use tax reconciliations and equipment declarations, and audit construction contractors and projects.
- Prepare final audit reports for review and retention according to established schedules.
- Provide expert testimony and audit case reports in legal proceedings.
- Research industries to identify potential noncompliance and audit candidates.
- Recommend the basis for tax fraud or other violations under the Boulder Revised Code.
- Take escalating actions to bring delinquent taxpayer accounts into compliance, coordinating with Tax and Regulatory Licensing divisions, the City Attorney’s Office, and the City Manager’s Office.
- Assist in drafting and updating tax guides, rules, and regulations.
- Maintain knowledge of local tax codes, state statutes, emerging tax issues, and audit best practices.
- Respond to phone, email, and walk-in customer inquiries related to local tax administration.
- Comply with City and department policies and participate in professional training and development.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
