Auditor 1 (Tax)/Auditor Trainee 1 (Tax)/Auditor Trainee 2 (Tax) (NY HELPS)
New York State Department of Taxation and Finance · Queens, NY · 2 wk ago
HybridAccountingFull-time
Description
Duties Description
- Conduct audits and examinations of taxpayers’ books and records to determine compliance with the various articles of the NYS Tax Law.
- Develop and maintain working knowledge of tax law as well as Department and Audit Division procedures and policies, including the Code of Conduct, Ethics practices and security and confidentiality rules.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors, taxpayers and/or their representatives both orally and in writing.
- Learn and maintain skills in computer technology. This includes the use of laptop computers, PCs, various software applications, and mainframe applications.
- Travel frequently, both locally and overnight. Must be able to travel within and outside New York State and travel to locations not accessible by public transportation. Must be able to travel with computer equipment and case materials to various field audit sites, training classes, BCMS conferences, etc.
- Represent the Audit Division and advocate disputed cases at BCMS conferences and Small Claims Hearings. May participate at hearings as a witness for the Department to assist attorneys from the Department’s Office of Counsel in the resolution of disputed cases.
- Participate in audit selection process.
- Meet the Department's time and attendance rules.
Special Minimum Qualifications
For Transfer To Auditor 1 (Tax)
- A bachelor’s degree including or supplemented by 24 semester credit hours in accounting, auditing, or taxation; or a bachelor’s degree including or supplemented by 18 semester credit hours in accounting, auditing, or taxation and six credit hours in finance, money and banking, economics, or business.
- If eligible via 55 b/c please provide a copy of your active letter of eligibility with your response.
Additional Comments
- Having a valid NYS license may be a condition of employment in this title, based on geographic location.
- Work hours, travel, and telecommuting options to be discussed during the interview.
- The salary listed is a range, starting from the Trainee 1 level and ending at the Auditor 1 Level, this will depend on what level the candidate is coming in at.
- This location is eligible for location pay, in addition to the salary range listed.
- New York State is an equal opportunity employer.