What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tax Auditor 1 position at Department of Revenue?
Initial Posting Date:
02/21/2025
Application Deadline:
03/09/2025
Agency:
Department of Revenue
Salary Range:
$4,833 - $7,407
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Tax Auditor 1
Job Description:
Why Join Us
Oregon counts on us! Our
Mission, Vision, and Values
guide us as we serve Oregon taxpayers whose tax dollars support the critical infrastructure of Oregonians' daily lives.
Department of Revenue is recruiting for multiple Tax Auditor 1 position. We are looking for talented, detail-oriented individuals to join our Personal Tax and Compliance Division. This position is headquartered in our Salem office; however, the successful candidate may be eligible for in state hybrid work. Hybrid work consists of performing duties onsite in a standard office environment and working remotely. This position will need to be in the office based on business needs. Some audit processes and trainings need to be conducted in person.
The goal of this recruitment is to fill the position at the Tax Auditor 1 (TA1) level. However, we encourage candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for the Tax Auditor Entry (TAE) to apply, as the department may consider underfilling the position.
In order to be considered for Department of Revenue recruitments, you must reside within the state of Oregon. Current Revenue employees who live outside of Oregon may apply and will be considered.
What You Will Be Doing
Below is a sampling of job duties. It is not meant to encompass all duties.
- Examines returns which have been determined to have met the section's operational plan. Conducts in person, virtual, telephonic or correspondence audits to determine the appropriate adjustment of tax including business income and expenses reported on individual income tax returns by examination of the financial books and records, including tracing receipts and expenses and matching to and from source documents.
- Ensures that the accounting transactions conform with generally accepted accounting principles as well as state, federal, and local tax laws, rules and regulations by reviewing treatment of issues or returns.
- Research, interpret and apply federal, state and local laws (e.g. Internal Revenue Code (IRC), Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS)), regulations, Revenue Rulings, and applicable federal and Oregon court decisions by using reference material accessible on both paper and/or on-line computer systems to recognize, and resolve tax issues.
- Represents the department's audit position on appealed audit cases at all appeal stages including written objection, conferences and the Magistrate Division of the Oregon Tax Court. Presents the issues, facts, law citations, and closing statements. Participates in mediation as required.
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For any additional questions please contact Wendy Brokaw @
Wendy.Brokaw@dor.oregon.gov
This Is What You Need To Qualify – Tax Auditor 1 ($4,833.00 - $7,407.00)
Four years of work experience in tax compliance, tax preparation, tax auditing, audit defense, professional accounting, providing law training, or developing tax forms or instructions; OR
An equivalent combination of relevant education, training, and experience.
A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field will substitute for up to three years of experience.
This Is What You Need To Qualify – Tax Auditor Entry ($4,207.00 - $ 5,842.00)
Three years of work experience in tax compliance, tax preparation, tax auditing, audit defense, professional accounting, providing law training, or developing tax forms or instructions; OR
A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; OR
An equivalent combination of relevant education, training, and experience.
The ideal candidate will possess the following desired skills and attributes:
- Ability to work collaboratively and make good judgement decisions independently.
- Outstanding customer service and a positive attitude to work with taxpayers and peers.
- Able to follow procedures closely, accurate and attention to detail.
- Promotes a healthy team environment through innovation and open/honest communication.
- Ability to research and interpret tax law to analyze information. Effectively communicate with internal and external peers and adapt to change.
What's In It For You
The State of Oregon offers a competitive and affordable health and benefits package, including excellent
medical, vision and dental
coverage, pension and retirement programs
, paid holidays off, and personal business leave, as well as paid and accrued vacation leave, and sick leave. In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
How to Apply
- Click on the "Apply" link above to complete your online application and submit by the posted closing date and time. For step-by-step instructions clickapply to work for the stateorcurrent state employee.
- The work experience and/or education section of your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet all the minimum qualifications and desired skills and attributes listed above.
- Complete any supplemental questions through Workday.
- Attach your current resume (Workday job history may substitute for a resume).
- Warning – Workday will timeout after 20 minutes of inactivity and will not save your application progress. There is now a “save for later” function, if you need to take a break please be sure to click the save for later button to save your progress.
- Be sure to check Workday and your email for additional tasks and updates. After hitting submit there may be additional required tasks for you to complete prior to the announcement closing.
- If you are requesting Veteran’s Preference, you will receive a Workday task to submit your supporting documents. Be sure to submit your documentation prior to the close date of this posting in order to have the preference considered.
Additional Information
- This is an SEIU-represented position. This recruitment may be used to fill additional vacancies as they occur.
- The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%.
- Review theClassification and Compensationpage for more details on the classification, or you may visit our website for information on the job offer process followingpay equity.
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Applicants who require VISA sponsorship will not be considered at this time.
- Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. Click on the following link for additional information onVeterans’ Preference.
- Criminal Records Check - Employment in any position with the Department of Revenue for all current and prospective employees is contingent on passing a criminal background and fingerprinting check. Circumstances of any criminal conviction will be reviewed to determine eligibility for the position under recruitment.
- To work for the Department of Revenue you must comply with all income tax laws. This means that the department will check to see if you have filed Oregon income tax returns and made arrangements to pay any outstanding liabilities before offering you a position.
- If you need an application in an alternate format in order to complete the process, you may contact us at: Human Resources at (503) 945-8547.
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Help & Support
web pageThe Oregon Department of Revenue strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. The Oregon Department of Revenue is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to workforce diversity.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the desired attributes listed. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a non-traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our attributes listed. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, please feel free to contact us to discuss your application.
