Tax Analyst IV

OverviewLooking for a career with purpose on a collaborative team? At the Department of Taxes, we invest in your growth and challenge you to solve meaningful problems. If you are passionate about public service, we want to hear from you!We work with the taxpayers and the public to help educate and assist with tax compliance and so much more. Discover new opportunities, learn new skills, and solve problems with our dedicated and supportive team.Are you looking for an opportunity to use your background in business and customer service to improve both local and state government? Do you want to assist Vermonters with work that impacts virtually every person in our state? This position will work closely with Vermont Department of Taxes staff, taxpayers, and many other state agencies and towns. Key responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:Providing support to taxpayers through both phone, emails and in person.Reviewing returns for accuracy and correcting mistakes or requesting information.Working collaboratively with other staff to ensure deadlines are met.The ideal candidate will have:Extensive tax knowledgeExperience in business or fiscal duties.Knowledge of local government.Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate challenging topics to individuals with varied backgrounds.A desire to continue to learn and grow.Candidates must agree to be fingerprinted and pass a background check to be eligible for this position, which will involve access to sensitive federal tax information. Background checks are required by the Internal Revenue Service and are authorized under Vermont law. 3 V.S.A. § 241. In accordance with VDT Standard Operating Procedure 2018-01, Background Investigations, Vermont and national criminal record checks will be conducted on all candidates. Candidates will have the right to withdraw their application before fingerprinting or a background check is conducted. We value diverse teams and are committed to creating a community of inclusions.Who May ApplyThis position, Tax Analyst IV (Job Requisition #55570), is open to all State employees and external applicants.Please Note: This position is being recruited at multiple levels. If you would like to be considered for more than one level, you MUST apply to the specific Job Requisition. Level: IV: 55570Level V: 55581If you would like more information about this position, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.Environmental FactorsDuties are performed in a standard office setting. Workload pressure is generally high, and is intense from February through June. Incumbents must be able to concentrate on details and perform accurate work in the face of frequent interruptions with regular pressure from continual work deadlines.The work of the Tax Analyst IVs directly affects the financial/tax accounts of Vermont individuals and businesses. Calculations, adjustments, advice, and communications must be accurate and timely. Stressful situations and strong differences of opinion and legal interpretation with taxpayers or their representatives may occur.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree or higher in accounting, economics, business administration, public administration, finance, math, or related field AND at least three (3) years of experience in accounting, auditing, tax preparation, tax processing, financial operations/administration, analytics or related field AND at least one (1) year of management, supervision, or project management/coordinationORHigh school diploma/equivalent or greater AND at least five (5) years of experience in accounting, auditing, tax preparation, tax processing, financial operations/administration, analytics, or related field AND at least two (2) years of management, supervision, or project management/coordinationORTwo (2) years or more as a Tax Analyst III or Tax Examiner IV Preferred QualificationsLicensure as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Enrolled Agent (EA).Total CompensationAs a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their familiesWork/Life balance: 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave planState Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) planTuition ReimbursementFlexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accountsLow cost group life insuranceIncentive-based Wellness ProgramQualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness ProgramWant the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website.Equal Opportunity EmployerThe State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.