Tax Corrections Examiner 1

The mission of the Department of Revenue Services (DRS) is to instill public confidence in the integrity and fairness of tax collection; achieve the highest level of voluntary taxpayer compliance; continuously improve agency performance; contribute to the fiscal and economic well-being of the state; and provide a positive and professional workplace. We strive to be leaner, flatter, smarter and more focused by taxpayer services than ever before.  We strive every day to be efficient, effective, honest, transparent and fair.  We try to be sure the voice of taxpayers is heard and that we understand the impact of our actions on their lives and businesses. 

The Department of Revenue Services is seeking to promote through reclassification one DRS employee to a Tax Corrections Examiner 1 to work in Electronic Commerce Unit within the Operations Bureau.  Work experiences within current and past positions within the agency may be considered in the qualification process. We are seeking a candidate who is self-motivated, detail oriented and who is able to work independently.

This opportunity is available to permanent employees of DRS only, who meet all of the Minimum Qualifications outlined below, and is contingent on final recruitment process.

This is a full-time, first shift position located at 450 Columbus Blvd., in Hartford. 

This will be a reclass in position.  

Please be advised this is a promotional opportunity for employees in the recruiting agency.  The selected employee will be promoted by reclassification in his or her position.  This is NOT A VACANCY and, therefore, merit system and reemployment rules do not apply.

In the Department of Revenue Services, this class is accountable for performing a limited range of tasks in verifying the accuracy and completeness of tax returns and related documents for input into financial data systems, and to insure that billings, credits or other adjustments are proper and correctly applied.

Verifies the accuracy of tax return data for proper entry into financial data systems; reviews computer edit and update printouts, audit assessments, and/or taxpayer account data to identify and resolve correction problems and to properly adjust and update accounts; researches original and amended returns to determine if taxpayer is in violation of any tax statute, regulation or department policy; interprets schedules of income and expense and verifies that exemptions, deductions and/or credits claimed by taxpayer are valid; prepares work papers supporting all adjustments made to financial data systems; researches account master files to determine if registration problem exists; computes the tax liabilities and credits by interpreting incomplete or improperly completed tax returns; resolves taxpayer problems on questionable billings or credits; assists other employees of the department in resolving problems with financial data systems; prepares reports and correspondence as required; may assist taxpayers in preparation of tax return; performs related duties as required.

Knowledge of basic tax accounting and auditing methods and procedures; knowledge of electronic data methods and procedures; knowledge of and ability to interpret tax statutes relating to allowable deductions, computation of interest and penalties and tax filing requirements; some knowledge of office and billing procedures; interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; ability to analyze and evaluate various tax forms and statements; ability to utilize computer software; ability to perform mathematical computations.

Five (5) years of experience in tax investigation, tax accounting, tax auditing or tax processing.

1. College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
2. One (1) year as an Associate Revenue Processor or Connecticut Careers Trainee in a related class may be substituted for the General Experience.

Incumbents in this class may be required to speak a foreign language.

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.