Transaction Privilege Tax Auditor 3

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.

Audit Reviews
- Conducts simple to average complex audit and refund reviews involving the accurate calculation and application of tax laws, rules and regulations, policies, and procedures of the department in a consistent manner to all taxpayers:
- Accurate and timely examinations of audits based on information requested through correspondence with taxpayers and/or changes in calculations resulting from information provided regarding the audit
- Inspects and examines returns, makes determinations, and recommends return of audits
- Elicits clarifying information, accepts evidence, evaluates both testimony in a written decision, and prepares case files if/as necessary
- Fully documents audits to support the department's position and maintain the audit file in an orderly manner
- Prepares work papers, audit reports, and weekly reports.

Research & Analysis
- Researches complicated issues and resolves taxpayer appeals timely, fairly, accurately and consistently
- Explains audit adjustments and conclusions to taxpayers and/or representatives
- Discusses audit adjustments and positions with taxpayers and/or representatives
- Educates taxpayers in tax law, rules and regulations and ensures taxpayer compliance through the audit process.

Field Audits
- Conducts in-person, in- and out-of-state field audits, as assigned.

Agency/Department Compliance & Continuous Improvement
-Remains current on all laws, regulations, policies, and best practices related to taxation through regular engagement in activities such as: self-directed research, conferring with other practitioners and technical experts; subscriptions to regulatory/legal/industry newsletters and briefs; membership industry associations and attendance at meetings/events; and or participation in training and others continuing education opportunities.
- Actively contributes to team and individual effectiveness through the following: -
-Attends staff meetings and huddles of work unit or district; and may cascade and track information as indicated
-Completes all required training in a timely manner.
-Participates in assigned work teams as appropriate.
-May complete periodic metrics, projects, huddle boards and reports as requested.
-Prepares for and actively participates in 1:1 coaching with supervisor
-Maximizes work processes and deliverables through lean principles within the Arizona Management System (AMS); and provides recommendations for process improvement, and engages in continuous improvement efforts as assigned.

Other duties as assigned
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 as an Auditor, or equivalent experience

Licenses & Certifications
-Valid Arizona Driver's License
-Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or closely related field
-Bilingual in English and Spanish

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending