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STATE COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS Comptroller - Tax Auditor I - III Dallas West Audit Office in DALLAS, Texas

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting in the CAPPS Career Section: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00044894 You may apply to the job directly through the CAPPS Career Section. It is not necessary to apply both through Work In Texas and CAPPS Career Section

Applications must be filed athttps://capps.taleo.net/careersection/304/jobdetail.ftl?job=00044894tz=GMT-05%3A00 About the Comptrollers Office Innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence best describes the culture here at the Comptrollers Office. We take pride in the work we do serving as Texas' accountant, tax collector, treasurer, and much more! Culture Our agency workforce is as diverse as the people of Texas we serve. We value our employees and take very seriously our collective commitment to public service. Personal development opportunities are strongly encouraged through available workshops, teambuilding exercises, and on the job training. We offer flexible scheduling that helps employees maintain a healthy work-life balance. If you are seeking to gain knowledge, build your career, and network among goal-oriented professionals, this is the place for you! Click here to see an inside look at the Texas Comptrollers office! Click here to see an inside look at the Audit Division! General description The Audit Division employs Tax Auditors nationwide. Tax Compliance is the Audit Divisions primary focus. We strive to increase tax reporting accuracy and to promote greater voluntary compliance for the state of Texas. As a Tax Auditor for the Comptrollers office, youll join a bright, forward-thinking agency where a strong work ethic affects and enriches Texans lives every single day. We'll provide you with challenging work to help strengthen your skills and encourage your professional growth. This position is one of public trust and requires a high degree of confidentiality in handling all taxpayer records, services, audits and/or transactions. In-office work is required for the first six months while you complete Basic Audit Training that requires an overall training grade of 75 or above. Employees will be required to travel approximately every 3 weeks to training centers in Austin, Dallas, or Houston. Teleworking is permitted after the initial six months of training per Audit Divisions policies. Travel reimbursement is provided for business needs. All auditors are required to attend yearly audit training, which has been approved by the Texas CPA Association and counts towards Continuing Professional Education Credit for those who are Certified Public Accountants. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements, or who will meet the requirements by the start date, may apply for a Tax Auditor I position. Candidates having experience in full-time tax auditing with a private, state, or other local government agencies may also apply. Salary and the entry level position will be commensurate based on knowledge of Texas tax law and tax compliance auditing experience on a case-by-case basis. The start date for this position is January 2nd, 2025. Texas: $5,356.97 - $6,481.93 Tax Auditor I $5,356.97 Tax Auditor II $5,892.67 Tax Auditor III $6,481.93 Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Tax Auditor I: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelors or masters degree in accounting; a finance bachelor's or masters degree in business administration with at least 12 hours in accounting courses; or any degree with a total of 24 semester hours of accounting. NOTE: Experience as a full-time Tax Auditor with private, state, or other local government agencies may be considered for the following higher entry level positions: Tax Auditor II: One (1) year as a Tax Auditor II with the Comptroller of Public Accounts. The Applicant left the agency in good standing within the past three years. Tax Auditor III: One (1) year as a Tax Auditor III with Comptroller of Public Accoun s. Applicant left the agency in good standing within the past three years. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: Valid Drivers License Proof of Automobile Insurance 36 months of Driving Record In this role you will: Prepares for audit engagement on entry-level tax audits. Establishes audit period; reviews current audit file and prior audit findings as required by division policy. Reviews pertinent law, rules, and legal aspects, and other available information as necessary. Follows established procedures to conduct audits on entry-level tax audits. Conducts entrance conference to identify availability of records and to review and understand taxpayers accounting system. Determines scope of audit and develops audit plan, which includes but is not limited to, testing of internal controls, and performing appropriate reconciliations. Inspects and analyzes taxpayers books and records to ensure compliance with applicable tax laws, documents exceptions, and keeps taxpayer informed of findings. If necessary, implements deviations from audit plans and documents deviations to perform audits more efficiently. Conducts exit conference to discuss findings and explain taxpayer rights. Prepares and presents audit reports that conform to prescribed agency policy on entry-level tax audits. Verifies the accuracy of data entries and reports. Prepares clear audit schedules with tax projections. Properly prepares timely and detailed audit plan documentation and assembles audit package. Meets training requirements. Prioritizes, plans, and organizes assignments in a manner which optimizes efficiency on entry-level tax audits. Plans available time to efficiently complete assigned tasks. Is dependable, sets and meets deadlines and produces high-quality work. Prepares for workload review meetings. Prioritizes assignments according to age and assignment type. Is receptive to constructive feedback and adjusts work behavior based on feedback. Is responsive to inquiries and assignments in a timely manner, regardless of the requestors status. Supports assignments through the redetermination process and hearings including testifying as needed. Performs administrative tasks per office and division policy and other duties as assigned. Important Notes to the Candidate: Salary is contingent upon qualifications. CPA employees in the same job classification, if selected, will be laterally transferred with no increase in salary. (An example might be an Accounts Examiner III in Revenue Administration who moves to an Accounts Examiner III in the Enforcement division). If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request. Applicants may be asked to participate in a skills demonstration during the interview process. An interview score of 75% of the total points is considered a passing score and will allow Audit Management to select top candidates for the hiring process. A criminal background check and verification of employment will be conducted. Candidates that applied and were interviewed within the past twelve (12) months, will not be re-interviewed. Your previous interview scores are still valid. Veterans: To receive Veterans preference a copy of your DD214 (Member 4) is required.

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