Tax Audit Clerk -- Department of Revenue, Tax Division -- Kanawha County

The West Virginia State Tax Division is seeking a candidate who will primarily examine and audit tax returns and other related documents for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with WV law. The incumbent will show moderate knowledge of state tax laws, regulations, and filing requirements. Regular tasks include: verifying the accuracy of return filings utilizing well established rules and procedures; corresponding and communicating with taxpayers and their representatives in writing or on the phone regarding issues and questions related to tax filings; communicating with auditors, attorneys, and other agency employees regarding issues related to tax filings engaging in tax discovery and desk audit programs resulting in assessment of tax or denial of refunds claims; utilizing the integrated tax system to accomplish everyday tasks along with other office computer applications; maintaining strict confidentiality with regard to taxpayer information. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated; have good written and oral communication skills; and, preferably, familiarity with Microsoft Office applications such as Excel; familiarity with Google applications such a Docs, Sheets and Gmail; a history of tax auditing or tax accounting experience or expertise sufficient to handle basic desk auditing. Performs related work as required. Final candidates are subject to reference verification, a full criminal history evaluation, and a tax compliance check.

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IMPORTANT: Your eligible score will be based on information provided in your application; therefore, make sure your application is detailed and complete. You MUST complete ALL parts of the application, including the Work Experience section.

 

ATTENTION: Applicant must verify post high school education by submitting an official transcript or diploma, training or licensure earned pertaining to this position by the closing date of the posting, if not previously verified. If you are claiming Veterans preference, please submit "MEMBER 4" form and/or your VA Letter. Protecting your personal information is our highest priority.  If your official transcript, training/licensure, or Veterans documentation contains your Social Security Number and/or birthdate, please redact that information before submitting it to the Division of Personnel.

Please attach documents to the online application before submitting it. Or, you may email it to: applicantservices@wv.gov or by mail to: WV Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Building 3, Suite 500, Charleston, WV 25305.

This announcement is for one (1) or more specific vacancies and only applies to the location(s) indicated. Your application will remain active for this job for one-hundred eighty (180) days or until the job is filled. Application for this job does not automatically qualify you for other positions. Be sure to submit your application for each position of interest.  To receive an email notice anytime jobs in this or other categories are posted, you may choose to complete a Job Interest Card from the slide-out menu located at the top left of our Job Opportunities page.

Training:  Associate degree from a regionally accredited college or university.   Competitive candidates may receive probationary appointment pending official verification of the qualifying degree. The qualifying degree must be verified before the employee may be certified as permanent.
OR
Substitution: Two (2) years of experience at the State Tax Division OR two (2) years of experience in providing accounting support and/or clerical office support may be substituted for the required training. 
AND
Experience: Two (2) years of full-time or equivalent paid part-time experience in providing accounting support and/or clerical office support, OR two (2) years of experience at the State Tax Division.
 
Promotional Only: Experience as a Tax Audit Clerk Trainee may substitute at the rate of one (1) year substituting for two (2) years of  the above required experience.

****DETAILS OF RELATED EXPERIENCE MUST BE SHOWN IN THE WORK EXPERIENCE SECTION OF YOUR APPLICATION****

HOW TO APPLY:
Email applications to taxcareers@wv.gov

Mail to:
Tax Commissioner
WV State Tax Division
P.O. Box 11771
Charleston, WV 25339

Please include the job title TAX AUDIT CLERK on application.

For questions, call the Tax Division at 304-558-8528.

Division of Personnel application can be found online HERE
(Download application and save to your computer.)