REVENUE AUDITOR 1

Department of Revenue
Madison, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 9/26/2022 CLOSED ON 11/17/2022

Job Posting for REVENUE AUDITOR 1 at Department of Revenue

We invite you to discover what makes the Wisconsin Dept. of Revenue (DOR) such a great place to work.

We are seeking professional individuals to fill multiple entry-level tax auditor positions with multiple starting dates: September 12, 2022, October 10, 2022, and January 17, 2023. We will train you to apply your accounting and tax skills, and you will join a team that ensures tax law is applied fairly to all taxpayers of the State of Wisconsin. Here's what employees have to say about working at DOR.

We offer:

  • 40-hour work week
  • flexible schedules
  • independent work
  • opportunities for advancement

For this continuous recruitment, the first review will be of applications entered by July 13, 2022, at 11:59 PM.

After July 13, 2022, applications will be reviewed bi-weekly, with monthly interviews being offered to certified candidates.

Position Summary

Revenue Auditors fill a variety of roles and are assigned to work with specific tax areas: Corporation, Excise, Individual Income, Pass-Through Entities (Partnerships and S-Corporations), Sales/Use, Nexus, and Income Reconstruction.

Return Auditors examine tax returns, correspond with taxpayers for additional information and prepare audit work papers and reports from an office location. Little to no travel is required.

Books & Records Auditors conduct audits of individuals and a variety of business entities independently and may assist higher level auditors in performing large, complex audits. Many audits are initiated and conducted at the taxpayer’s business location. These positions require some overnight travel.

Salary Information

Starting salary is $25.85 per hour, plus an excellent benefits package that includes 3 weeks of annual vacation, sick leave, excellent health and dental benefits, and participation in the fully funded Wisconsin Retirement System pension plan, which is considered among the best in the country! The State of Wisconsin is also a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan.

With satisfactory performance, there will be two $1.50/hour salary increases: one after each of the 1st and 2nd years. You may be eligible to telecommute after one year of satisfactory performance.

For positions hired in Glen Ellyn, IL and Edina, MN, you may qualify for a hiring bonus up to $3,000.

Job Details

The department will conduct a background check, fingerprint check and tax compliance check prior to making an offer to hire. Interview results may be reused in accordance with the State of WI interview reuse policy.

All state employees must report their COVID vaccination status, whether vaccinated or not and provide supporting documentation if vaccinated. Newly hired employees will be required to submit this information within their first two weeks of employment. The State of Wisconsin continues to follow necessary health and safety protocols for COVID. Please visit Division of Personnel Management Coronavirus - COVID-19 (wi.gov) for the most up-to-date information. Guidance may be subject to change.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. The Department of Revenue does not sponsor work or student visas, either at time of hire or at any time.

Please reference General Information about Jobs in WI State Government.* For information on state benefits click here*.

A 24-month probationary period is required.

Qualifications

Please address the following in your letter of qualifications and résumé:

Qualified candidates will have one of the following:

  • completed, or in the process of completing (within 6 months), a bachelor's degree or advanced degree with a major in accounting or taxation from an accredited institution, or
  • commensurate professional experience auditing accounting records and/or procedures to verify accuracy/conformity with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and generally accepted auditing standards (GAAS), or
  • a combination of academic preparation and professional auditing experience

In addition to the above, qualified candidates must have effective verbal and written communication skills.

How To Apply

Apply online! To apply, click "Apply for Job" to start the application process. For instructions, refer to the following link: Applying to State Service.

You must attach a current resume and a letter of qualifications in a Word or PDF compatible format. Make certain these documents clearly illustrate your qualifications as they relate to the education and/or work experience described in this announcement. For tips on developing your resume and letter of qualifications, click here.

Submitted materials will be evaluated by a job expert and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. If you are invited for an interview, you will be contacted via email. Make certain your contact information is correct and check your email regularly.

Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion should complete the online application process.

The Department of Revenue is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.

Deadline to Apply

Applications will be accepted until the needs of the Department are met.

The first review will be completed on applications received by July 13, 2022, at 11:59 pm. Applications will be reviewed bi-weekly after that point until the needs of the Department are met or November 17, 2022.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $25.85 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

  • Office

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Madison, WI 53713: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

  • Accounting: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Microsoft Excel: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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