Tax Examiner
About The Position
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Tax Examiner. This position ensures compliance with Montana’s motor fuel, alternative fuels, and electric vehicle (EV) charging station tax laws and regulations by conducting secure processing and detailed verification of refund applications and tax returns, and maintaining records. Ensure work is completed in compliance with the International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA). Responsible for analyzing system reports, resolving discrepancies, and support both taxpayers and department staff. This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities. This position reports to the Revenue Administration Section Supervisor and does not supervise others. For a full job description, please contact Alycia Gereg at [email protected] .
Requirements
- Level 1.1 ($27.85/hr) - Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field; OR 4 years of related experience.
- Level 2.1 ($32.76/hr) - Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field and 1 year of related experience; OR 5 years of related experience.
- Alternative combinations of related experience and education may be considered.
- Skills in reviewing documents and systems for accuracy.
- Ability to provide customer service to a variety of customers in person, via email and over the phone.
- Ability to learn the International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) regulations.
- A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position.
- Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date.
- Ensure all materials submitted are selected as “Relevant.”
- The successful candidate must pass a name-based background investigation as a condition of employment.
Responsibilities
- Ensuring compliance with Montana’s motor fuel, alternative fuels, and electric vehicle (EV) charging station tax laws and regulations
- Conducting secure processing and detailed verification of refund applications and tax returns
- Maintaining records
- Ensuring work is completed in compliance with the International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA)
- Analyzing system reports
- Resolving discrepancies
- Supporting both taxpayers and department staff
Benefits
- Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
- Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
- State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
- Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
- Benefits apply on first day of employment
- Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
