Revenue Auditor 3 Work from Home Office - Olympia Region
Revenue Auditor 3 Work from Home Office - Olympia Region
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Description
WSLCB Vision
Safe communities for Washington State.
Mission
Promote public safety public health and trust through fair administration education and enforcement ofliquor cannabis tobacco and vapor laws.
This recruitment is open until filled. First review of applications will be March 3rd 2025 please submit an application on or before March 2nd 2025. The hiring authority reserves the right and may exercise the option to make a hiring decision at any time. We encourage all to apply as early as possible.Please Note:
***Applicants must reside or be willing to relocate to the Olympia area. The duty station for this position will be the employees personal residence.The position includes a combination of home office and field work. Travel will be required to audit sites mainly within Western Washingtonwith flexibility in scheduling. Some overnight travel is required. WSLCB will provide you a vehicle for travel and cover mileage costs. ***
Who we are
The mission of theWashington State Liquor and Cannabis Board(WSLCB) is to promote public safety public health and trust through fair administration education and enforcement of liquor cannabis tobacco and vapor laws. We search for people who demonstrate a strong work ethic excellence in customer service partnering and teamwork and quality performance.
We want to create a culture that fosters excellence in customer service open and honest communication transparency and accountability data driven decisions and businessinitiated process improvement.
Our commitment to DEIB
The WSLCB strives to promoteDiversity Equity Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB)in all aspects of our work. This includes a commitment to our workforce and external stakeholders. It is our mission to build educate and inspire an inclusive environment that recognizes respects and celebrates diversity in the workplace and in the community we serve. We are committed to maintaining a thriving culture where employees and those we serve feel safe and accepted regardless of education background or beliefs. As a WSLCB team member you will have opportunity to join statewide business resource groups (BRGs) such asRainbow Alliance and Inclusion NetworkVeteran Employee Resource GroupLatino Leadership NetworkBlacks United in Leadership and DiversityDisability Inclusion NetworkWashington Immigrant NetworkandHawaiians Asians and Pacific Islanders Promoting an Empowerment Network.
Your opportunity at a glanceThe WSLCB Finance Division is announcing an exciting opportunity for a Revenue Auditor 3 (RA3in theOlympiaregion. This position reports directly to the Audit Supervisor in the WSLCBs Finance Division. The position serves and complements the WSLCBs mission and goals through independent analysis of the production purchase and sale of liquor and cannabis products by educating licensees to improve compliance and by providing assistance to other agency divisions and regulatory agencies.
This position engages with the largest most complex business industries such as retailers distributors distillers breweries public houses importers and cannabis retailers. In this position you will conduct indepth thorough audits of business activities and tax reporting practices.
The RA3 may be responsible for the development of audit plans and procedures and assist in the development of plans for others senior auditors provide guidance participate in the training of new auditors or peers and are directly responsible for the outcome of these audits.If you have an interest in tax fee and internal audits with a focus on process improvement we encourage you to apply to be a part of the WSLCB team!
WSLCB provides a modern work environment and excellent benefits including:
- A comprehensivebenefits package (including but not limited to Medical/Dental/Vision Long Term Disability Life Insurance etc.
- Paid Vacation Leave and Holidays
- Tuition Waiver (enrollment in courses at state universities/colleges on a space availability basis all or a portion of the tuition/fees may be waived for state employees)
- Tuition reimbursement (courses taken with prior approval in order to further employees career development with the WSLCB)
- Training and career development programs (including online courses and LinkedIn Learning)
- A healthy work/life balance (this may include flexible/alternative work schedules and telework/remote work opportunities when possible)
- Employee Assistance Program confidential program created to promote the health safety and wellbeing of public service employees
- Generous wellness program (we offer reimbursements for certain fitness related activities)
- Onsite exercise facility (for employees working at WSLCB Headquarter Building in Olympia)
- Infants at Work Program to promote parent and infant bonding parental wellbeing and healthy infant development. Depending on your job duties work location and supervisor approval eligible employees who are new mothers fathers or legal guardians can bring their infant (six weeks to six months) when they return to work.
- Free parking
Duties
Some of the duties you will perform are:
- Completes evaluation of fiscal activities financial records procedures processes and policy to determine if licensees are in compliance with applicable tax/fee laws and has correctly reported their tax liability.
- Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of established accounting procedures systems and internal controls; check for compliance with state statues regulations and institutional policies evaluates efficiency of operations audit trails and accuracy of reports and records.
- Recognize signs of fraud and seek guidance from a higherlevel auditor or supervisor for future courses of action.
- Independently conduct audits of wineries breweries distributors spirits retailers distilleries craft distillers and cannabis retailers to determine the extent of tax and fee liability; provide continuous education and direction in preparation accuracy and timeliness of required reporting; verifies spirit purchases sales and other operational activities; completes an analysis of the licensees internal control and record keeping systems; determine amount of tax penalty and assessment due for each audit.
- Understanding and applying the RCW and WAC associated with Cannabis Spirits and Beer & Wine audits to discuss findings and issues with licensee to inform them of the required activities as referenced in applicable RCW & WAC.
- Provide audit findings and recommendations for corrective actions to licensees accountants attorneys agency management and other governmental agencies.
- Perform investigative audits of liquor manufacturers importers wholesalers and retailers to determine extent of compliance with liquor laws and regulations.
- Travel to and from locations of auditees and work sites; work at locations while conducting audits.
- Trains peer auditors in techniques of field auditing and participates as a team member on large and complex audits.
- Collect data from the systems of records used for Cannabis Spirits and Beer & Wine.
- Ensures agency assets are safeguarded.
- Assists managers in interviewing and evaluating the work performance of lowerlevel or peer auditors.
- Acts as the auditor responsible for team audits functions as the auditorincharge providing guidance overview direction and leadership to all involved.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Experience for required qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment and educational experience. See below for how you may qualify.
Option 1:
Seven 7 years of relevant professional experience in accounting or auditing along with 24 semester or 36 quarter hours of coursework in accounting.Intermediate skill level using Microsoft Word and Excel.
Option 2:
An Associates degree in accounting or related field which includes 24 semester or 36 quarter hours in accounting.
AND
Five 5 years of relevant professional experience in accounting or auditing. Intermediate skill level using Microsoft Word and Excel.
Option 3:
A Bachelors degree in accounting or related field or above which includes 24 semester or 36 quarter hours in accounting.AND
Three 3 years of relevant professional experience in accounting or auditing. Intermediate skill level using Microsoft Word and Excel.
Option 4:
A Masters degree in accounting or related field or above which includes 24 semester or 36 quarter hours in accounting.AND
One 1 year of relevant professional experience in accounting or auditing. Intermediate skill level using Microsoft Word and Excel.
The following certifications or degree may substitute for one year of experience:
- Certified Public Accountant
- Certified Government Financial Manager
- Certified Management Accountant
Supplemental Information
- HOW TO APPLY
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION CAREFULLY TO ENSURE YOU HAVE SUBMITTED THE REQUIRED MATERIALS TO BE CONSIDERED.
IMPORTANT: To be considered for this position you MUST include the following failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified:- Completed online application.
- Current Resume.
- Letter of Interest describing how you meet the specific qualifications for the position.
- Three professional references to include a current or recent supervisor with email addresses and phone numbers.
- Attach your unofficial transcripts showing you have taken 24 semester or 36 quarter hours in accounting. (If you do not attach your transcripts and you are offered an interview you will need to send them to us prior to interviewing).
The information provided in your application and supplemental questionnaire must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. Responses not supported in your application will disqualify you for consideration of employment from this recruitment.
Prior to a new hire a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position.
Other
Applicants for employment with the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board should also be aware of RCW 66.08.080 which states in part: No employee of the board shall have any interest directly or indirectly in the manufacture of liquor sold under this title or derive any profit or remuneration from the sale of liquor other than the salary or wages payable to him in respect of his office or position and shall receive no gratuity from any person in connection with such business.
RCW 69.50.351 no member of the state liquor and cannabis board and no employee of the state liquor and cannabis board shall have any interest directly or indirectly in the producing processing or sale of cannabis useable cannabis or cannabisinfused products or derive any profit or remuneration from the sale of cannabis useable cannabis or cannabisinfused products other than the salary or wages payable to him or her in respect of his or her office or position and shall receive no gratuity from any person in connection with the business.
The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from job seekers with diverse backgrounds. Honoring diversity equity and inclusion means that as an agency and as individuals we are committed to ensuring that all employees enjoy a respectful safe and supportive working environment.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on sex race creed religion color national origin age honorably discharged veteran or military status sexual orientation including gender expression or identity the presence of any sensory mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. You are welcome to include your name and gender pronouns in your application to ensure we address you appropriately throughout the application process.
For questions about this recruitment or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process please emailor call 360 664.1674. For TTY service please call theWashington Relay Serviceat 711 or.
Employment Type
Full-Time
