Tax Services Accountant
Tax Services Accountant
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Description of Work
The North Carolina Department of Revenue is recruiting for a Tax Services Accountant in our Financial Services Division (Division). The Divisions primary purpose is to support the Department of Revenues mission of funding public services benefiting the people of North Carolina through the administration of tax laws and collection of taxes due in an impartial consistent secure and efficient manner. The Department of Revenue (Department) collects billions of dollars annually from taxpayers. The Division in addition to managing the operating budget for the Department is responsible for ensuring that the collection of taxes net of refunds distributions and transfers are reported accurately and timely and that billions of tax distributions to local governments are processed timely and accurately. The Division consists of Administration Tax Services Unit Budget Services Unit Distribution Unit and Debt Setoff Unit.
The primary purpose of this position is to support the Tax Services manager to lead and direct the Tax Services team in its daily operations and to perform the following:- Ensure all tax and fee receipts refunds and statutory transfers to other state agencies are accounted for and reported timely and accurately
- Ensure accurate accounting and reporting of the monthly quarterly semiannual and annual tax distributions to local governments. Billions of dollars are distributed to local governments annually
- Perform annual internal control risk assessments
- Prepare and submit to the Office of the State Controller (OSC) quarterly and annual accounts receivable reports of taxes
- Assist with the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Reporting (ACFR)
- Serve as a subject matter expert when system changes are required that have financial reporting impacts
The state of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options standard and supplemental retirement plans and the NCFlex program (numerous highquality lowcost benefits on a pretax basis).
Some highlights include:
12 paid holidays per year
14 vacation days per year which increase as length of service increases and accumulates yeartoyear
12 sick days/year which are cumulative indefinitely
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Personal Observance Leave and Community Service Leave
Longevity pays lump sum payout yearly based on length of service
The best funded pension plan/retirement system in the nation according to Moodys Investors Service
401K 457 and 403(b) plans
Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Eligibility for Academic AssistanceKnowledge Skills and Abilities / Competencies
Demonstrated knowledge of accounting principles and practices Intermediate knowledge of governmental accounting methods procedures and financial practices Ability to direct the work of lowerlevel accountants and support personnel Ability to interpret and apply complex Federal and State fiscal regulations Ability to use accounting judgment and theory to a wide variety of situations that are not covered by regulations or precedent Ability to develop complex accounting worksheets and reports Ability to present results of analysis to program administrators and negotiate changes and/or implementations Ability to communicate effectively
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See for details.
Bachelors degree in accounting or a degree in business administration finance public administration or a related discipline from an appropriately accredited institution with 18 semester hours of accounting coursework; and two years of professional accounting/auditing experience in the preparation of interpretive or analytical accounting financial statements and reports; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Supplemental and Contact Information
- The North Carolina Department of Revenue is committed to excellence in tax administration ensuring secure and efficient collection of revenue to fund vital public services. We are an employer of choice offering excellent benefits competitive pay professional development and career advancement. Our dedicated team provides accurate information achieves high compliance and delivers innovative services with integrity and fairness. DOR is an equal opportunity employer hiring qualified candidates regardless of race color gender national origin religion age disability or political affiliation.The Department of Revenue seeks to fill positions with the most qualified individuals in its effort to provide taxpayers with the most efficient and effective services possible.
This position is subject to federal and state criminal background checks that may include fingerprinting and verification of tax compliance. Tax compliance is defined as having filed and paid all North Carolina State taxes owed each year leading up to the current calendar year or currently in a nondelinquent payment status with the State of North Carolina on taxes that are currently owed to the state.
To be considered within the most qualified pool of applicants and receive credit for your work history and credentials you must document all related education and experience on the State of North Carolina application in the appropriate sections of the application form. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. NC DOR welcomes attached resumes cover letters and reference information but these items will not be used for screening for qualifying credit.Please make sure the application is completed in full. See Resume or See Attachment will NOT be accepted.Applicants eligible for veterans preference should attach a copy of form DD214.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
