Revenue Tax Auditor

Revenue Tax Auditor

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Indiana Department of Revenue (DOR): The Indiana Department of Revenue has served Indiana, its population, and the business community since 1947. Our more than 700 dedicated team members administer over 65 different tax types and annually process nearly $30 billion of tax revenue. We are a Top Workplace employer.

Role Overview: The Revenue Tax Auditor conducts audits on behalf of the State of Indiana on a variety of taxpayers. You will analyze books and records of businesses to ensure compliance with tax laws. You will ensure the highest level of customer focus, with a strong commitment to taxpayers through continuous, innovative methods to increase accuracy, efficiency, and productivity in all areas of departmental operations and tax administration.

You will work with the Motor Carrier Services, a specialized business unit within DOR that supports motor carrier companies in Indiana and beyond. You will complete audits for the International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) and International Registration Plan (IRP).

This position is located in the South Bend, Indiana, field offices. Residency in the service will be required. Work-related travel is reimbursed for on-site audits at taxpayer locations.

Salary: This position starts at an annual salary of $53,222 with the opportunity for adjustment based on relevant experience and skill sets of the applicant. The Department utilizes three auditor-level classifications based on acquired competencies and demonstrated skill sets. Salary for this position may be commensurate with education and job experience.

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A Day in the Life

Responsibilities include:

• Independently perform field audits on taxpayers, including international companies with numerous subsidiaries, for all listed taxes.
• Travel within the established jurisdiction in Indiana to conduct audits. Travel outside of Indiana when required.
• Conduct pre-audit analysis on audit files to develop a list of preliminary questions and/or areas of concern.
• Write audit reports, summarizing audit results in a clear and concise manner.
• Clearly and diplomatically explain audit scope, audit adjustments, tax laws, and policies to taxpayer representatives in order to resolve misunderstandings and errors.
• Perform administrative functions which may include preparing and updating a file inventory log, a calendar, travel vouchers and attendance reports.
• Interpret Indiana Tax Code, audit procedures and regulations.
• Auditor utilizes computer system, the Internet, and research materials specific to the taxpayer to identify areas of potential problems.
• Maintain records of activities and progress during examinations.
• Conduct audits on a statistical sampling basis.
• Provide technical assistance and training to lower-level auditors.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours that may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.

What You'll Need for Success

Credentials:

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 15 hours of Accounting coursework.
• 3 5 years of experience in tax auditing.

Additional qualifications:

• Working knowledge of accounting principles and auditing standards and procedures.
• General knowledge of statutes, regulations, and case law related to tax compliance.
• Ability to generate data requests and to extract, evaluate, and use information from a variety of business records.
• Ability to effectively interview and solicit pertinent information from taxpayers and their representatives, some of whom may be uncooperative or hostile.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, taxpayers, their representatives, and others involved in the audit process.
• Ability to travel overnight in the performance of assigned audits.
• Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
• 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 in election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity: The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.