CPA- Tax Auditor

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Performs entry-level tax audits on small or relatively simple business operations. Conducts tax audits at a fundamental level to determine legal compliance with State Tax Statutes and Administrative Rules and Regulations. Work is performed in a training status to build skills in completing various types of audits and reviews. Works under close supervision with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

WORK HOURS:

8 a.m. to 5 p.m., 40 hour work week, Monday through Friday. May occasionally work evenings, weekends or holiday. Hours may change based on business needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(Technical Competence)

Prepares for audit engagement on entry-level tax audits. 

• 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. Establishes audit period as required by division policy. 

Follows established procedures to conduct audits on entry-level tax audits. 

• Conducts entrance conference to identify availability of records and to review and understand taxpayer’s accounting system. Determines scope of audit and develops audit plan, which includes but is not limited to, testing of internal controls and appropriate reconciliations. Inspects and analyzes taxpayer’s books and records, documents exceptions, and keeps taxpayer informed of findings. If necessary, implements deviations from audit plans and documents deviations in order 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. Properly assembles audit package. 

Meets training requirements.

(Workload Management/Productivity)

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, meets deadlines and produces high-quality work. 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 requestor's status. 

May testify before courts of jurisdiction and formal or informal administrative hearings. Participates in training and development courses. Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION: 

• Bachelor’s or graduate degree in accounting; OR graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of twenty-four (24) hours of accounting, including six (6) hours of intermediate accounting and three (3) hours of auditing. 

• Complete college transcripts must be furnished at the time of application submission.  

EXPERIENCE: None 

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: 

Valid driver license.