Tax Examiner

Full Job Description

Job Description
If you would like to advance your career with the Utah State Tax Commission, this job is for you. The Miscellaneous Taxes Division is looking for an individual who need minimal supervision to fill their Tax Examiner position. You will play an integral role in USTC's mission to administer tax laws. You must be current on your state and federal tax filings and pass a criminal background check.

Job Duties
Tax Examiner will perform complex audits, audits of state tax returns to determine compliance with Utah tax laws and rules. Tax Examiners duties will include:

• interpreting tax laws, rules and policies
• ensuring compliance with miscellaneous taxes
• evaluating and reviewing business reports, tax files and previous audits
• scheduling and conducting audits with taxpayers
• auditing taxpayer records
• interviewing taxpayers
• preparing audit reports
• providing training
• answering tax professionals questions as a part of a contact center
• participate in outreach training to educate tax professionals and the public

The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for this position is someone who:

• has at least two year of experience reviewing fuel taxes
• has the knowledge of the theory and practice of laws
• has the ability to do extensive research
• has the ability to communicate effectively

Remote/Telework

• This position is currently a hybrid of both in-office (2 days) and remote work days.
• Please note, a position's eligibility for remote work is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion at any time and for any reason.

Preference

• Preference will be given to applicants with the following:

  • Has working knowledge of the Utah State Tax Commission policies and procedures
  • Educational Background or Experience Equivalent of:
    • Four or more years of experience with auditing , or
    • A bachelor's degree or higher in a related field of study in Accounting,
    • Transcripts need to be included with the application

Salary
The starting salary for this position is $29.76 hourly. We are unable to negotiate hourly wage amounts. DHRM rules apply for promotions/transfers for current state employees.

Why You Should Join Our Team
Tax Examiners with the Tax Commission work in a professional environment and have opportunities for learning and growth within the agency. As a benefited employee of the Utah State Tax Commission, you will receive great health and retirement benefits. Click here to view a summary of the benefits we offer. We also provide generous paid time off so you can spend more time with your family and have a positive work-life balance.

Besides working for a fantastic agency that is dedicated to helping the citizens of Utah, you will receive great health and retirement benefits. In this position, you would enjoy the generous benefits package offered by the State of Utah. We have an extremely competitive total compensation package that you can learn about HERE!

• Health Insurance - Public Employee Health Program (PEHP):
  • 3 medical plan options. Choose a Traditional or High Deductible Health Plan. (There is an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those that have other medical insurance coverage)
  • 5 dental plan options (There is an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those that have other dental insurance coverage)
  • 2 vision plan options under EyeMed
• Retirement - Utah Retirement Systems (URS):
  • Employees hired on or after than 7/1/2011 and have never been in the URS retirement system have two options for retirement in the Tier II System. Employer contributions to your 401(k) are vested after four years.
  • Employees who have any service credit with an employer covered by the Utah Retirement Systems prior to 7/1/2011 are in Tier I Public Employees System.
  • Tier 2 Hybrid Retirement System. Employer contributes an amount equal to 10% of your salary between both plans (pension and 401(k))
  • Tier 2 Defined Contribution Plan. Employer contributes an amount equal to 10% of your salary to a 401(k) plan only.
  • Employees who have any service credit with an employer covered by the Utah Retirement Systems prior to 7/1/2011 are in Tier I Public Employees System.
• Paid Time Off:
  • Annual leave and sick leave are accrued at 4 hours per pay period each (4 hours annual, 4 hours sick).
  • Annual leave increases with years of service.
  • There are also 12 paid holidays.

The Agency
For more information on the Utah State Tax Commission please click here.

Additional Information

Working Conditions

Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.Physical RequirementsTypically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc.

Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.Other RequirementsPersonal tax filings and vehicle registrations must be current and complete.

A conditional offer of employment will be made pending a satisfactory completion of a FBI level background investigation. For transfers or promotions, DHRM rules apply