Tax Auditor 2
Tax Auditor 2
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Job Description
Initial Posting Date:
04/15/2025Application Deadline:
04/22/2025Agency:
Department of RevenueSalary Range:
$5575 $8550Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Tax Auditor 2Job Description:
Why Join Us
Oregon counts on us! Our Mission Vision and Values guide us as we serve Oregon taxpayers whose tax dollars support the critical infrastructure of Oregonians daily lives.
Department of Revenue is recruiting for a Tax Auditor 2 position. We are looking for talented detailoriented individuals to join our Business Division in the Corporation & Estate Section. This position can be headquartered in any Revenue agency office which includes Salem Portland Gresham Eugene Bend Medford or Fossil; however the successful candidate may be eligible for in state hybrid work. Hybrid work consists of performing duties onsite in a standard office environment and working remotely.
In order to be considered for Department of Revenue recruitments you must reside within the state of Oregon.
What You Will Be Doing
Below is a sampling of job duties. It is not meant to encompass all duties.
Examining gross receipts and income or expense items testing records such as corporation accounting statements entry journals accountant worksheets and financial documents used in the preparation of a tax return. Verifies correctness of corporation records by testing accounting records against source documents such as invoices bank statements and canceled checks.
Examining income apportioned to Oregon (includes verifying the apportionment formula apportionable and nonapportionable income unitary attributes of affiliated businesses etc.. Makes determination as to accuracy of taxpayers filing method accounting and nonaccounting documents.
Resolving audit problems of substantial importance or controversy where precedents are conflicting or nonexistent. Negotiation of settlements may be required involving very large dollar amounts.
Setting expectations and timelines with tax managers documenting relevant caseload issues and communications independent research and sound judgment.
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For any additional questions please contact Beverly RatheLeGurche @ .
This Is What You Need to Qualify
Three years of experience in tax preparation auditing tax audit defense professional accounting drafting rules or legislation providing law training or developing tax forms or instructions. This experience must have been in either Oregon income tax corporate income/excise tax gross receipts tax sales and use tax another state or city with a tax structure similar to Oregons or Federal income tax; AND
one of the following:
a Bachelors degree in accounting finance or any related field; or
30 quarter hours 20 semester hours) in accounting or finance including one class in technical writing and one class in Excel and two years of experience doing either compliance work in a tax program or professional accounting.
Professional accounting experience must include at least two of the following: cash receipts cash disbursements cost accounting journal entries operation of a general ledger system and subsidiary accounts; posting and closing a full set of books or preparation of a trial balance.
Experience developing use requirements; testing and/or monitoring processing systems for large tax programs; or developing microcomputer applications to support administration of city state or Federal tax programs may substitute for up to one year of the required experience.
The ideal candidate will possess the following desired skills and attributes:
Knowledge of Oregon and federal tax rules and regulations.
Be selfmotivated and selfdisciplined and keep track of deadlines.
Proven ability to work independently and cohesively with a team displaying a high degree of integrity.
Good time management skills and proven ability to follow through and bring audits or projects to a timely satisfactory completion.
Proven ability to exhibit sound judgment and decision making when there are variables (i.e. interpreting laws/regulations).
Proven communication skills; including presenting technical information to large groups writing reports policy and procedures and facetoface interactions with stakeholders.
Whats In It for You
The State of Oregon offers a competitive and affordable health and benefits package including excellent medical vision and dental coverage pension and retirement programs paid holidays off and personal business leave as well as paid and accrued vacation leave and sick leave. In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave the state also provides additional optional benefits such as basic life insurance shortterm disability longterm disability deferred compensation savings program and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
How to Apply
Click on the Apply link above to complete your online application and submit by the posted closing date and time. For stepbystep instructions click apply to work for the state or current state employee.
The work experience and/or education section of your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet all the minimum qualifications and desired skills and attributes listed above.
Complete the supplemental questions.
Attach your current resume (Workday job history may substitute for a resume).
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Additional Information
This is an SEIUrepresented position. This recruitment may be used to fill additional vacancies as they occur.
The salary listed is the nonPERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95.
Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification or you may visit our website for information on the job offer process following pay equity.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Applicants who require VISA sponsorship will not be considered at this time.
Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans preference. Click on the following link for additional information on Veterans Preference.
Criminal Records Check Employment in any position with the Department of Revenue for all current and prospective employees is contingent on passing a criminal background and fingerprinting check. Circumstances of any criminal conviction will be reviewed to determine eligibility for the position under recruitment.
To work for the Department of Revenue you must comply with all income tax laws. This means that the department will check to see if you have filed Oregon income tax returns and made arrangements to pay any outstanding liabilities before offering you a position.
If you need an application in an alternate format in order to complete the process you may contact us at: Human Resources at.
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Understanding the State Application Process
The Oregon Department of Revenue strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness equity and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. The Oregon Department of Revenue is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer committed to workforce diversity.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the desired attributes listed. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and that candidate may be one who comes from a nontraditional background. We would encourage you to apply even if you dont meet every one of our attributes listed. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position please feel free to contact us to discuss your application.
Employment Type
Full-Time
