What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transaction Privilege Tax Auditor 3 position at Arizona Department of Administration?

Transaction Privilege Tax Auditor 3

Job No : 529205

Work Type : Full-time

Location : REMOTE OPTIONS, PHOENIX

Categories : Accounting / Auditing

ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE

Funding Arizona's future through excellence in innovation, exceptional customer service and public servant-led continuous improvement.

All Arizona State employees operate within the Arizona Management System (AMS), an intentional, results-driven approach for doing the work of state government. Our goal is for every ADOR team member to reflect on individual and team performance, reduce waste, and commit to continuous improvement with sustainable progress. Through AMS, every ADOR team member seeks to understand customer needs, identify problems, improve processes, and measure results.

Transaction Privilege Tax Auditor 3

Job Location :

Address : 1600 W. Monroe Street, Phoenix, AZ 85007

Posting Details :

Salary : $24.0385 / hour (annualized at $50,000)

Grade : 21

Closing Date : Open Until Filled

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

Job Summary :

The Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) Auditor 3 is responsible for performing audits and refund reviews for all taxing jurisdictions subject to transaction privilege and use tax, and reviewing various state / city / town tax issues from simple to average complexity. This role determines tax liabilities involving transaction privilege, excise, and use taxes, and prepares working papers and recommendations for the final audit memorandum. This role will be responsible for conducting occasional field audits, which may require in and out of state travel, up to two weeks in duration.

Job Requirements :

Education & Experience

Any combination that meets the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA); typical ways KSAs are obtained may include but are not limited to : a relevant degree from an accredited college or university such as Associate's Degree (e.g., A.A.), training, coursework, and work experience relevant to the assignment.
Minimum two (2) years audit-related experience

Licenses & Certifications

Valid Arizona Driver's License

Knowledge / Understanding

Knowledge of transaction privilege and use tax laws, policies, and procedures

Knowledge of applicable state, city, and town tax codes

In-depth knowledge of auditing methods, systems, standards, and procedures

General knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)

General knowledge of generally accepted accounting standards (GAAS)

Skills

Strong communications skills, to include verbal, written, and active listening with the ability to convey tax related terminology and information in layman's terms

Strong mathematical computation skills such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentage, and averages

Effective organization and time management skills

Strong interpersonal skills and demeanor

Proficient in the use of a PC / laptop in a Windows environment; in the use of the Internet; and in the use of Google Suite applications such as Gmail, Sheets, Docs, and Drive

Strong proficiency and skill in the use of Microsoft Excel, especially PivotTables

Proficient in the use of tax reporting and accounting systems

Abilities

Ability to clear a comprehensive background and clearance process that includes an Arizona tax compliance verification, and a criminal background check through the FBI via level one fingerprint clearance through the Arizona Department of Public Safety

Ability to interpret and apply federal and state tax laws to audit reviews

Ability to work with a high degree of autonomy and also participate collaboratively as part of a team

Ability to work in a confidential manner, ensuring information is shared with internal and external individuals in an appropriate manner

Ability to understand and solve problems by applying strong analytical skills to include collecting all the relevant information and data needed to address the problem; organizing, classifying and synthesizing the data into fundamental issues; from the information, identifying the most probable causes of the problem; reducing the information down into manageable components; identifying the logical outcomes from the analyses of the data collected; and, identifying the options and solutions for addressing the problems analyzed.

Ability to travel up to 5% of the time both in-state and out-of-state for trips of up to 2 weeks in length

Willingness and ability to embody ADOR's core values of Do the Right Thing, Commit to Excellence, and Care About One Another

Selective Preference(s) :

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or closely related field

Experience with Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma and / or LEAN

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Pre-Employment Requirements :

The final candidate will be required to abide by the the following pre-employment checks :

Employment and Education Verification

State and Federal Criminal Background Check, including fingerprinting

Arizona Tax Filing Records Check

If applicable, ASEDRA Authorized Driver Identification Check

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply : Driver's License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits :

The State of Arizona provides a world class comprehensive benefits package including :

Paid time off for holidays, sick days, annual leave, military leave, bereavement leave, and civic duty leave

Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster / adopted child (pilot program).

A robust and affordable insurance plan that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability options.

Higher education discounts for State employees and tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per fiscal year, available to seek further career advancement or certification in Continuing Professional Education.

Work-life balance and additional options for life betterment such as the Infant at Work Program, State Wellness Program, Public Transit Discounts, Alternate Work Schedules, and Telework opportunities.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement :

Top ranked Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) provides 100% employer matched contributions (enrollment eligibility will be effective after 27 weeks of State employment). ASRS provides a lifelong benefit based on years of service earned, or worked, and your ending salary. Learn more about ASRS at : https : / / www.azasrs.gov / content / new-and-prospective-members.

Contact Us :

Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting the ADOR Human Resources-Talent Team. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

If you have any questions, please contact the ADOR Human Resources-Talent Team at talentgroup@azdor.gov for assistance.

Advertised : 25 Feb 2025 US Mountain Standard Time

Applications close :

Salary : $5,250 - $50,000

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