Tax Examiner Technician Compliance

The City of Lansing Treasury Department is seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Income Tax Examiner to join our team. As an Income Tax Examiner, you will play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations by reviewing and analyzing individual and/or business income tax returns.

This position requires that the applicant placed be able to be bonded under the terms of the City’s blanket bond. Therefore, applicants cannot have committed any dishonest acts, before or after placement in the position. Applicants must authorize the release of any information from appropriate agencies regarding the applicants’ criminal history prior to being given referral consideration.

• Associate’s degree in accounting, business, bookkeeping or a related field AND
• One (1) year of preparing and/or examining income tax returns, payroll processing experience
• OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

• Research and locate individuals/employers who may be subject to local income tax and have not filed returns.
• Communicates with individuals regarding unclear entries and provides verbal and written explanations regarding the City’s Income Tax Ordinance.
• Review data to determine if individuals are compliant with the City’s Tax Ordinance and paying the related taxes.
• Advises taxpayers of appeal rights and provides other information to the public

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

Attach copy of resume, cover letter, and verification of education/Licenses/certifications.

The City of Lansing provides reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, or during employment, notify the Department of Human Resources at . Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

The City of Lansing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Certified Veteran Friendly Employer.