Tax Auditor I
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The Position
The City of Oakland is an equalopportunity employer that values workforce diversity inclusion and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the citys historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants in one of the most diverse cities in the nation we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture community and individualism of employees.
Why join the City of Oakland Finance Department
This is the best time to join our team! The Revenue Audit Unit within the Finance Department is currently recruiting to fill two 2 vacancies to support our growing need for services. The Revenue Management Bureau collects and audits all taxes fees and revenue sources within the City. The City of Oakland is a learning organization committed to developing talent and assisting in the personal and professional growth of our team members. Your unique experiences will be an important contribution to our success and a positive impact on the Oakland community.
We are looking for someone who is:- Detail Orientated:You will be expected to accurately perform detailed work in a timeefficient manner.
- A strong critical thinker:You will need to review and analyze financial records and use good judgment to draw sound conclusions in different situations.
- An Excellent Communicator:You will need to provide clear concise and tactful communication both verbally and in writing to taxpayers and members of the public.
- Selfmotivated:You will be expected to take initiative and use your resources to solve problems.
- Professional:You will be expected to adhere to high standards of behavior in the course of your work by demonstrating integrity and objectiveness.
What you will typically be responsible for:- Conducting office and field audits of taxpayers to determine the correct amount of tax in accordance with the Oakland Municipal Code and Federal and California Tax Laws.
- Reviewing financial records and determining business tax.
- Preparing detailed audit reports for business tax real property transfer tax vacant property tax and business tax refunds.
- Working directly with taxpayers or their representatives to obtain and analyze relevant facts and make appropriate determinations that are fair and impartial.
- Answering general questions and inquiries from the public about the Oakland Municipal Code and the Citys tax schedules.
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A few reasons you might love this job:- Your work will directly impact the Citys ability to provide important services to a community with a rich and dynamic history.
- You will be working in Downtown Oakland a lively urban neighborhood with easy access to BART and other transportation hubs.
- You will have excellent opportunities for growth and development with a clear pathway for advancement.
- You will join a strong team and a positive working environment with team members who are helpful understanding and willing to share their knowledge and expertise.
A few challenges you might face in this job:- You will need to multitask in a highvolume environment and stay organized to complete multiple assignments simultaneously.
- You will assist taxpayers accountants attorneys and bookkeepers and inform them about City of Oakland Municipal Ordinances policies and procedures and applicable California laws.
- You will need to analyze different kinds of business tax records and financial statements which may vary between businesses to determine the revenue subject to license taxation.
- You will need to present your audit findings at the Board of Review or Appeals Hearing in a more formal setting as needed.
Competencies Required:- Analyzing & Interpreting Data:Drawing meaning and conclusions from quantitative or qualitative data
- Fact Finding: Obtaining facts and data pertaining to an issue or question
- Mathematical Facility: Performing computations and solving mathematical problems
- Reading Comprehension: Understanding and using written information
- Legal & Regulatory Navigation: Understanding interpreting and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations
- Using Technology: Working with electronic hardware and software applications
- Adaptability: Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires
- Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content work steps and final work products
- Learning Agility: Seeking learning opportunities and applying the lessons to ones work
- Professional Integrity & Ethics: Displaying honesty adherence to principles and personal accountability
- Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue
- Writing: Communicating effectively in writing
- Customer Focus:Attending to the needs and expectations of customers
- Handling & Resolving Conflict: Managing interpersonally strained situations
- Teamwork:Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals
Minimum Requirements for Application
This recruitment will produce two eligible lists. The restricted list will be for fulltime permanent parttime or parttime City and Port of Oakland employees whomaintainemployment for the duration of the recruitment and pass all stages of the recruitment process. The open list will be for all other applicants who pass all stages of the recruitment process.
This is a public contact position. TheCityhighly encourages all bilingual candidates to apply! Some positions may require bilingual skills in Spanish Cantonese or Mandarin. Under the authority of Civil Service Rules Section 5.03 if a position requires bilingual language skills only those candidates who haveindicatedthey are bilingual in the required language(s) will be referred. Bilingual candidates willbe requiredto successfully pass a languageproficiencytest if selected for hire.
Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the following minimum qualifications may acceptable:
Experience:
None required.
Education:
A Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in accounting business administration economics or a related field;
OR
An Associates degree with core course completion in one of the above fields and two years of experience in license field inspection may be substituted.
Desirable Qualifications:- Experience in tax preparation accounting or auditing
- Experience with Federal or State auditing
- Experience working in the public sector or a government setting
- Experience working with the public
- Possession of a valid California Drivers License
Supplemental Information
- The City of Oakland works with a Civil Service system. Applicants apply online and HR staff reviews their experience education and training listed on the application against the minimum qualifications listed for each position.
Candidates who demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualification requirements are then invited to participate in an assessment process (or testing) to measure their knowledge skills and abilities in jobrelated areas.
Candidates who do not demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualification requirements will have an opportunity to request a final review. Candidates must request a final review within 5 business days of being notified that they did not meet the minimum qualifications.
In the final review candidates may clarify information already provided on their application. No additional work history education or certifications will be accepted. Any decisions made during this review process will be final.
For this recruitment all qualified applicants will be invited to take an online multiplechoice test.You willhave 7 days to complete the test once the link is sent to your email. This is tentatively planned to launch during the week of May 1 2025.
For some recruitments more than one type of assessment may be used. Depending on the number of candidates who pass the first assessment (multiplechoice test structured interview writing exercise performance exam) you may be asked to complete a secondary assessment before the recruitment is finalized. If a secondary assessment is scheduled you will be notified by email with specific details. If a secondary assessment is not scheduled department hiring interviews will occur during this time frame.
Candidates who pass each stage in the process will be placed on an eligible list. Some candidates may receive extra points for example if you are a Veteran with an honorable discharge or if you are a current City of Oakland resident. If youre applying to a restricted posting and you are eligible as a current City employee you may also receive additional points for your City service. Extra points are only applied to passing scores so if you do not pass every element of the testing process you cannot use extra points to pass.
The City of Oakland reserves the right to modify the selection process and date of examination as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity. The information contained in this announcement is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.Whatsin it for you
Work/Life Balance:37.5 hourwork weeks and a flexible/hybrid remote schedule with the ability to telecommute one 1 day per week.
15 paid holidays
Disaster Service Workers:Vacation:2 weeks per year minimum with the ability toaccruemore depending on public sector years of service
Retirement:CalPERS (California Public Employees Retirement System) with a pension formula of 2.5 @ 55 (for Classic CalPERS members) and 2 @ 62 for new CalPERS members. Classic Employees contribute 8 of pretax wages. The City of Oakland does notparticipatein Social Security
Health:The City of Oakland pays the full cost of employee and eligible dependent coverage at the Kaiser rate. Other plans include Anthem Blue Shield United Health Care and other HMO and PPO plans
Dental:Delta Dental full premium for employees and eligible dependents
Vision:VSP full premium for employees and eligible dependents
Sick leave:Employeesaccrue12 days per year
Deferred Compensation:457(b) pretax plan and an aftertax ROTH 401(k)plan
Other benefits include a Flexible Spending Account Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement Life Insurance up to $200k Employee Training and Telecommuting.
Applicants are required to submit criminal history information upon request after receiving a conditional offer of employment. If the requested information is not furnished in a timely manner applicants will not qualify for further consideration and will be removed from the eligible list.
All employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Workerrelated training as assigned and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.How to Apply:
Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least two to three hours to submit your application if you are a new user of the system. APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED ONLINE ONLY. You may apply and view current openings by visiting our employment opportunities webpage at: you do not have access to a computer there are computer stations available at any City of Oakland Public Library. There are also workstations at the Human Resources Management Department 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza 2nd Floor Oakland CA 94612. Workstations are available during regular business hours (normally 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m..
Our online application system is provided by GovernmentJobs. If you have problems while applying online please contact GovernmentJobs Live Applicant Support atbetween 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time Monday Friday. You may also call the City of Oakland Human Resources Management Department during regular business hours atfor information; however we are unable to provide technical support for the online application system. For recruitmentspecific questions please contact Alanna Butler Human Resource Analyst at .
Employment Type
Full-Time
