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State of Minnesota Sales and Use Tax Auditor - Revenue Tax Specialist Senior in Madison, Minnesota
Working Title: Sales and Use Tax Auditor
Job Class: Revenue Tax Specialist Senior
Agency: Revenue Department
Who May Apply : This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 04/15/2024.
Date Posted : 04/09/2024
Closing Date : 05/08/2024
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Revenue Department / Revenue-MAPE
Division/Unit : Sales & Use Tax Division / Sales-OOS Unit 2
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes, up to 25%
Salary Range: $30.55 - $45.02 / hourly; $63,788 - $94,001 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Employee/MAPE
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Telework Eligible : Yes
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.
The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.
This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
This position is located in the Madison, WI area.
The candidates hired and new to this job classification may be eligible to receive a $5,000 hiring bonus! This bonus will be paid in two increments, with the first payment made after successfully passing the probationary period.
A $1,000 Referral Bonus may be offered to Revenue staff that recruit new talent hired at Revenue, in this position. To submit your referral, email: allison.claeson@state.mn.us using subject line ‘Employee Referral’ and include candidate’s name and this job posting ID, prior to candidate being selected.
The Revenue Tax Specialist Senior performs highly difficult and specialized tax administration work to ensure compliance with Minnesota tax laws. This position is responsible for independently conducting sales and use tax audits involving complex tax issues by applying appropriate law, policy, and procedures; informing taxpayers of the problems or discrepancies found in records; providing information to the taxpayer; providing service and education to external and internal customers; and other related duties as assigned. This position will utilize emerging technology to transfer and convert taxpayer data and use advanced sampling methods such as MTC Sampling or Statistical Stratified as the situation or size of the data warrants.
The work performed will include travel to locations both inside and outside Madison, Wisconsin; up to Appleton, Stevens Point, Wausau, Black River Falls, and surrounding areas to perform on-site audit review of taxpayer records. It will also include performing audit review duties in the office by using department resources to complete portions of the audit work electronically.
A secure and reliable Internet connection, sufficient to support business applications, is required when teleworking. High-speed Internet (25Mbps) is recommended.
Minimum Qualifications
Three (3) years of full-time professional experience in accounting or auditing
OR
Certification (satisfactory completion of probation) as a Revenue Tax Specialist, Intermediate.
*A business-related degree as determined by the agency may substitute for experience as follows: An associate degree may substitute for 6 months of experience. Bachelor's degree may substitute one (1) year of experience; master’s degree substitutes for eighteen (18) months of experience; PhD substitutes for twenty-four (24) months of experience.
Applicants who meet the above requirements will be further evaluated through the interview process on the following:
Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles and practices
Technical tax knowledge, including court rulings, regulations and administrative policies and procedures
Customer service and interpersonal skills sufficient to interact and negotiate with taxpayers and/or their representatives
Leadership skills and the ability to plan, direct, and review the work of others
Knowledge of personal computer operation and software programs used by the department in its internal and external operations
Communication and presentation skills
Knowledge of electronic processing accounting systems
Knowledge of electronic filing/processing systems
Skills in reading comprehension
Skill in problem-solving
Skill in analysis
Must have reliable transportation or a valid class D driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business & Administration, Business Management or Marketing or related degree as determined by the agency
Master's in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, Business Administration, or related degree as determined by the agency, or CPA
Willing to travel outside the assigned territory at least 1 week per year
Experience working with large Fortune 500 corporations, retailers with several store locations, and/or large companies with a presence in multiple states
Experience with statistical sampling
Experience planning and performing an out-of-state audit trip
Work experience in the Sales and Use tax area
Physical Requirements
Requires occasional moving of articles such as boxes, accounting records, laptop computer, and portable printer.
Additional Requirements
Prior to an offer of employment, a background check will be conducted. This will include, but is not limited to checking degrees and licensures, criminal history, and tax filing and payment history. All individual income tax filing and payment obligations must be current prior to interviewing for this position.
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.