STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Revenue Examiner 3

Recruitment #210621-8647AR-JR

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Introduction



The State of Connecticut, Department of Labor (DOL) is committed to protecting and promoting the interests of Connecticut workers. In order to accomplish this in an ever-changing environment, we assist workers and employers to become competitive in the global economy. We take a comprehensive approach to meeting the needs of workers and employers, and the other agencies that serve them. We ensure the supply of high-quality integrated services that serve the needs of our customers.

The Waterbury Field Audit Unit is seeking to reclassify two Dept. of Labor employees to the level of Revenue Examiner 3. These are full time, first shift, Monday through Friday positions. The hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

This role will perform the following for the catchment area that the office serves:
  • Conduct claimant case investigations.
  • Conduct leasing investigations, compelling necessity investigations and other complex and/or special assignments.
  • Conduct re-audits of employers to verify compliance with employer fraud statutes.
  • Conduct in-depth investigations to prevent “SUTA Dumping” to preserve the integrity of the UI Trust Fund.
  • Attend informal conferences and formal hearings on assignments they have completed, provided technical assistance on, or when required to represent the Field Audit Unit.
  • Speak before employer, accounting or professional groups as needed.
  • Handle special projects when assigned.
  • May review work of lower grade examiners to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Provide technical assistance to examiners of lower grade, on any assignment where assistance is needed.
  • Train examiners of lower grade on the job as the need arises.
  • Perform work for the Employer Status and Delinquent Accounts Units as necessary.
  • Related duties as required.

Selection Plan

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

In order to be considered, you must be a current State of CT employee of the Department of Labor who has permanent state status*, and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.

For employees in the classified service, permanent status is obtained after successful completion of a working test period. For employees in the unclassified service, permanent status is obtained after serving in a position for at least six months (full-time or full-time equivalent).

The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.

Candidates selected for interview must provide the following at the time of interview: Two most recent performance appraisals.

Failure to provide the required documents or submit your application accurately and on time, may eliminate you from the recruitment process.

Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment please contact Jasmyn Raymond at Jasmyn.Raymond@ct.gov.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Departments of Labor or Revenue Services, this class is accountable for conducting the most difficult and complex examinations and/or leading examination teams or acting as an assistant supervisor in an office audit unit.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Performs most complex duties in area of field examinations and audits, computer-assisted or statistical sampling audits or the most difficult audits of self-employed or individual filers; audits business establishments which have large and complex operations; audits individual filers having large and complex financial portfolios; analyzes and evaluates information systems, operational practices and business processes of large businesses; consistently conducts audits dealing with a variety of special problems or issues; assists Examiners of lower grade in resolving problems encountered in performance of assignments; assists in preparing and recommending changes in regulations, policy or operating procedures; replies to letters or telephone calls for an interpretation of statutory provisions concerning taxes; provides technical assistance to the public and other divisions of department regarding interpretation of tax statutes; acts as liaison with other tax jurisdictions exchanging tax information; provides technical assistance in drafting and revising tax forms; proposes legislation, regulations and administrative rulings; utilizes EDP systems for financial records, reports and analysis; may supervise several audits being performed simultaneously by other Examiners in a common geographic area; may assist other Examiners in conducting computer-assisted audits of taxpayers' electronic accounting records; may train examiners on the job as necessary; may assist in supervision of a tax unit; may provide technical assistance to technology staff in support of agency audit and accounting functions; performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Considerable knowledge of auditing methods, procedures, and practices; considerable knowledge of accounting procedures, practices and systems of complex business corporations, partnerships and proprietorships; considerable knowledge of tax accounting methods and practices; considerable knowledge of appropriate tax statutes and regulations; considerable interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; considerable ability to analyze complex accounts, tax reports and financial statements and records; considerable ability to deal effectively with taxpayer, corporate officers, tax accountants, tax attorneys and co-workers; considerable ability to understand, interpret and apply tax statutes; ability to utilize EDP systems for financial analysis; some supervisory ability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Eight (8) years of experience in accounting or auditing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been at the full professional working level involving the interpretation and application of tax law and fiscal principles.
Note: For State Employees, this is at the level of Revenue Examiner 2.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

1. College training in accounting or a closely related field may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (l5) semester hours equalling one-half (l/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
2. A Master's degree in accounting may be substituted for one (l) additional year of the General Experience.
3. Examination requirements met in any of the following may be substituted for one (l) year of the General Experience: Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor or Certificate in Management Accounting.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
2. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.

Conclusion

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.





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