Tax Examiner

Overview

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 needs 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.

• Tax Examiner will perform complex audits, audits of state tax returns to determine compliance with Utah tax laws and rules.
• 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

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

• This position is currently a hybrid of both in-office (2 days) and remote work days.
• 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 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 such as Accounting
• Transcripts need to be included with the application

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.

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. At a glance, you can view the benefits offered and the generous paid time off for a healthy work-life balance.

• Health Insurance
  :
  Public Employees Health Program (PEHP) - 3 medical plan options, 5 dental plan options, 2 vision plan options under Eye Med
• Retirement
  :
  Utah Retirement Systems (URS) with Tier I and Tier II options and employer contributions to retirement plans
• Paid Time Off
  :
  Annual leave and sick leave accrue; 12 paid holidays per year

• Working Conditions:
  
  Typical office setting with standard safety practices
• Physical Requirements:
  
  Generally able to sit, with occasional walking, standing, bending, and lifting light items
• Other Requirements:
  Personal tax filings and vehicle registrations must be current; FBI background investigation required for conditional offer; DHRM rules apply for transfers or promotions