Senior Revenue Auditor 3

Full Job Description

Requirements

• Perform advanced statistical and non-statistical sampling of data.
• Prepare detailed audit reports.
• Manage audit processes.
• Design audit plans for large audits while serving as a mentor to developing audit staff.
• Assist others in resolving disputed audit adjustments.
• Participate in agency initiatives providing technical expertise in the development of tax policy, law, rule, and legislative development.

Qualifications

Advanced Knowledge of Accounting Principles and Tools:

• Demonstrated expertise in applying accounting principles, including advanced understanding of financial statements, general ledgers, and journal entries within diverse business environments.
• Proficient in advanced Excel functions and formulas to organize, analyze, and summarize data.
• In-depth knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Research, Analysis, and Problem Solving:

• Proven ability to understand and solve problems by applying advanced critical thinking to evaluate financial data, identify risk exposure and develop strategic solutions.
• Ability to synthesize complex data into fundamental issues and manageable components, identifying the logical outcomes from the analyses of the data collected.
• Ability to research, interpret, and apply federal and state tax laws to determine correct tax reporting.

Planning and Organization:

• Extensive experience leading and managing multiple assignments or projects simultaneously, while ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to regularly evaluate progress on assignments and adjust organization, priority, time, method, etc. to meet deadlines.

Communication (Written and verbal):

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex tax and financial concepts into actionable insights for diverse audiences to generate understanding and reach agreement.
• Ability to navigate challenging conversations and deliver unfavorable outcomes about tax implications to businesses and representatives in a professional manner.
• Skilled in drafting written communication that effectively conveys ideas or information to the intended reader.

Adaptability:

• Possess an openness toward changing ideas, responsibilities, strategies, and processes.
• Experience working with a high degree of autonomy and also participating collaboratively as part of a team.

Preference may be granted to a candidate with any combination of professional experience or education, such as:

• Two (2) years of experience as a Revenue Auditor 2, plus four (4) years of professional accounting, tax compliance or tax examination experience.
• Eight (8) or more years of professional experience in accounting, auditing, tax compliance, or tax administration.
• Bachelor's degree with a major in accounting or 24 semester or 36 quarter hours of college-level accounting or CPA Exam eligible, and two (2) years of experience as a Revenue Auditor 2 or four (4) years of professional accounting, tax compliance or tax examination experience.

To be considered:

• Complete the online application in detail.
• Attach a resume and cover letter explaining your knowledge, skills, abilities, and desire for this position.

* Note - Applications received without these materials may not be considered.

Throughout our selection processes, we will also be evaluating for knowledge, skills, abilities, behaviors, and capacity for effective leadership that aligns with the culture of DOR.

To take advantage of Veteran's preference please attach your DD-214, member 4 long form, or your NGB-22. Please black out your birth date and social security number prior to attaching.



Questions?



Hello, my name is Patrick and I will be assisting with this announcement. As a 20-year Army veteran, I understand the difficulty finding an enjoyable career with a work-life balance. At Revenue, we pride ourselves in connecting talented individuals with opportunity and would like to answer any questions you have. Please contact any part of the Staffing team at Jobs@dor.wa.gov or give me a call (360) 704-5738.

Additional Information

For current Department of Revenue employees and union members of the WPEA, current promotion rules will apply if selected.

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the Department of Revenue and the Washington Public Employees Association (WPEA).

The Department of Revenue is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and offer a respectful, inclusive culture for people with disabilities, as well as members of all protected groups and statuses. We encourage you to apply.

If you need help during the application process, please call the Human Resources Office at 360-704-5731. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.