Tax Auditor Trainee - Polish Speaking

Job Title:

ACCT FISCAL ADMIN CAREER TRAINEE - 00140

Targeted

Title:

Staff Tax Auditor (ES Tax Auditor I) Req. #52835

Agency:
Department of Employment Security

Salary:
Anticipated starting salary $4,586 monthly + 5% bilingual pay;
Full range $4,586 - $6,228 monthly

Job Type: Salaried | Category:
Full Time | County:
Cook | Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME

The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) is seeking an organized, professional, and results-oriented individual to serve as a Tax Auditor Trainee. This role will participate in an agency training program to develop knowledge, skills, and expertise in auditing employers’ original books and records for compliance with the Unemployment Insurance (UI) Act. Responsibilities include successfully completing classroom-based training and assessments and traveling to employer worksites to receive on-the-job training in performing audits.

This position provides a great opportunity for someone with a background in accounting, payroll administration, or auditing. The ideal candidate possesses excellent organizational skills, strong interpersonal skills, knowledge of employer tax laws, and experience conducting detailed analysis of financial documents.

During the internal IDES training program there are up to 3 tests that will be given and must be passed in order to continue within the Accounting and Fiscal Administration Career Trainee program.

• Under immediate supervision, for a period of time not to exceed twelve months, participate in an agency-sponsored training program as a Tax Auditor Trainee for IDES.
• Accept and complete assignments of increasing difficulty utilizing an agency-supplied PC and/or laptop and software.
• Participate in meetings with employers and/or their legal representatives.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings, conferences, workshops, and other activities which provide meaningful learning experience.
• Perform other duties as reasonably required within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting or an allied field.
• Requires ability to speak and write Polish at a colloquial skill level to carry out duties with Polish-speaking clients.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in accounting.
• Fifteen (15) credit hours in accounting classes, including at least one audit class.
• One (1) year of experience utilizing accounting and auditing theories, methods and procedures, including laws and regulations relating to Government accounting and auditing procedures.
• One (1) year of experience examining financial records for discrepancies, including accounting and payroll records.
• One (1) year of experience working with financial software systems to review and investigate tax information.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products, including Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Experience preparing and presenting comprehensive financial, accounting and/or audit reports.
• Experience speaking to diverse audiences to convey policy and procedures.

• Requires an Illinois State Police background check and self-disclosure of any criminal history.
• Requires completion of a fingerprint-based background check.
• Requires proficiency in Polish to perform all duties.
• Requires ability to travel, including overnight stays; requires a valid driver’s license and access to an automobile.
• This position is considered light work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(b)).
• Requires attendance at seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on relevant methods and tools.
• Requires filing an annual Statement of Economic Interest, as required by the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act.
• All conditions are related to the duties described herein.

The Illinois Department of Employment Security’s (IDES) mission is to serve Illinois workers and employers to the best of our ability and to use our knowledge of the Illinois workforce to inform sound policy decision making. IDES encourages economic growth and stability in Illinois by providing vital Employment Services to Illinois residents and…