Tax Auditor I

This position will review business licensing and retail marijuana sales tax filings and conduct audits of entities to determine tax filing accuracy and compliance with applicable laws. This will involve adjusting receipts data based on findings from seed-to-sale data reported by the Office of the Marijuana Commissioner as well as moving payments and adjusting returns for business tax filings as needed. This position will issue correspondence, compile spreadsheets, and audit notes, draft Notices of Proposed Assessment, prepare audit reports and conclusion summaries, and assist Division of Revenue staff with technical questions.

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Performs audits of taxpayers accounting records such as invoices, sales journals, general ledgers, bank statements, and inventory entries to determine compliance with tax laws, rules, and regulations; assesses liabilities and explains assessments to taxpayers.
  
• Conducts interviews/field investigations, attends meetings or works at the taxpayer's location to gather pertinent information, records and/or documentation.
  
• Conducts research of corporate, business and personal income tax, licensing and withholding tax records, motor fuel receipts and/or sales and usage tax records to determine whether a field audit is necessary.
  
• Estimates tax liability from taxpayer records or other available information.
  
• Evaluates financial information and may arrange installment schedules for payment or prepares legal documents to enter judgement against delinquent taxpayers or secures legal authority from the court to garnish wages.
  
• Interprets laws and regulations relating to the administration and enforcement of tax provisions.
  
• Applies Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in the analysis of taxpayer records.
  
• Compiles spreadsheets and audit notes; prepares audit reports and conclusion summaries.
  
• Utilizes personal computer software to perform audit and analysis.

This position is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization) that has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other applicable terms and conditions of employment, in accordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapter 13 and 16.  This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

Applicant must complete satisfactory criminal background check, reference checks, confirmation of compliance with federal and state tax laws, and any other required condition of employment.

All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.

At the State of Delaware, we invest in our people and support them in and outside of the office. Our employees enjoy a total compensation package that far exceeds the value of their base salary. We offer comprehensive benefit plans that will give you peace of mind and security. Below is a list of benefits that are offered to eligible employees:

Health and Well Being

*Health Benefits, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance

Just In Case

*Disability Insurance, Group Universal Life Insurance

Your Future

*Retirement Benefits, Deferred Compensation

Professional Growth

*Training and Development Programs

Work Life Balance

*Paid Leave, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, Alternative Work Schedules

More Benefits

*Flexible Spending, Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits, Accident and Critical Illness Insurance

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The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current.  You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. 

Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com. 

If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call (302) 739-5458 or email jobs@delaware.gov.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.