Financial Examiner 1 (RES)

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Job Title:

Financial Examiner 1 (RES)

Agency:

Department of Revenue

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000002656

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

Job Description:

FINANCIAL EXAMINER 1

Make an Impact. Protect Revenue. Strengthen Public Trust.

The Georgia Department of Revenue is proud to be recognized as a USA Top Workplace for 2026 and a Top Workplace for Culture and Professional Development in 2025 — because our people grow here.

The Georgia Department of Revenue is seeking a Financial Examiner 1 to join the Fraud Unit within the Audits Division.

This is an opportunity for a motivated professional who enjoys solving problems, working collaboratively, and using sound judgment to help ensure the integrity of tax-related processes. In this role, you will work alongside colleagues across the department to identify issues, resolve complex matters, and support the appropriate release of funds.

Position: Financial Examiner 1

Division: Audits Division — Fraud Unit

Status: Unclassified

Pay Grade: J

Expected Salary: $47,840

What You’ll Do

• Protect the integrity of tax processes by reviewing and verifying tax documents, including assets and liabilities, and ensuring compliance with state laws and regulations.
• Collaborate across teams with Business Analysts and IT staff to identify and correct issues involving the Discovery Campaign and mass account adjustments.
• Support system testing and improvement including identifying issues involving missing W-2s and the Tax Clearance Portal.
• Partner with the Fraud Manager program by assisting call center agents and the Fraud Scheme Team.
• Support investigations and resolution efforts by assisting Special Agents, the Tribunal Appeals Group, and other internal partners when needed.
• Contribute to a team culture where collaboration, respect, accountability, and inclusion are valued.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who brings strong judgment, integrity, communication skills, and a commitment to getting results.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field from an accredited college or university
OR
• Three years of experience in a related area

The Essentials

• Teamwork & Inclusion: You value the contributions of others, work effectively with colleagues and leadership, and help create an environment where every team member can contribute and succeed.
• Judgment & Decision-Making: You can evaluate competing needs, consider the impact of decisions on taxpayers and the department, and determine an appropriate course of action.
• Accountability & Integrity: You take ownership of your work and decisions, operate with honesty and integrity, maintain credibility, and remain committed to organizational success.
• Customer Service: You respond appropriately to internal and external customer concerns while balancing customer needs with business requirements.
• Results Orientation: You are organized, meet deadlines, and remain focused on efficient, effective problem resolution.
• Communication: You communicate clearly, accurately, and effectively—both verbally and in writing—to ensure information is understood.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with fraud investigations.
• Experience working with state and federal entities involved in fraud, including ISAC, MITRE, and SFE.
• Knowledge or experience serving as an SQR coordinator or tester.

Why This Opportunity Matters

Every day, our work helps protect the integrity of Georgia’s tax system and supports the department’s commitment to serving taxpayers fairly and effectively.

If you are a collaborative problem-solver who takes pride in your work, values diverse perspectives, and wants to make a meaningful contribution to the mission of the Georgia Department of Revenue, we invite you to consider this opportunity.

Bring Your Experience. Bring Your Perspective. Bring Your Commitment to Excellence.

Your work can make a difference. Join us.

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The Georgia Department of Revenue also conducts an MVR Check, a criminal background check and State of Georgia tax records check is conducted on all new hires. You are required to have filed a State of Georgia tax return for the past five years.

State Personnel Board Rules for current State Employees
478-1-.12 Salary
478-1-.15 Changes to Employment Status

Important Information:

All selected applicants for Department of Revenue positions are subject to a State of Georgia tax records check and a criminal background investigation before final approval to begin work. Additional background processes may be in place for some positions, such as law enforcement. In addition, the highest level of education indicated on your Team Georgia Careers Profile will be verified.

If you need an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources Office at View email address on aiapply.co .

Due to the large volume of applications received by this office, only applicants selected for interview will be notified for final applicant selection. Human Resources maintains the discretion to close the job announcement prior to the closing date if a significant number of applications are received.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
The Department of Revenue is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of color, race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, protected uniformed service or other legally protected category. This policy statement applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, training, and termination.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field from an accredited college or university; or three (3) years of job-related experience. --Note: An equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job or intern experience, training, or certifications that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted year-over-year.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.