Revenue Auditor

Revenue Auditor

As one of the fastest growing cities in the Pacific Northwest, Vancouver is building a city of the future through innovation, sustainable development, great leadership and working with an engaged community. Our growth is guided by our core values of livability, sustainability and resiliency, innovation, and equity and inclusion, and we accomplish our work through collaboration, innovation, compassion and empowerment. If who we are speaks to you, and if you're the type of person who is interested in joining a team invested in ensuring departments and the public receive excellent service and information then the City of Vancouver may be for you.

We're currently recruiting for a Revenue Auditor. Under general supervision, the Revenue Auditor will plan, organize and conduct revenue audits to ensure the effective reporting and collection of all required business and occupation taxes owed to the City. This is a full-time, regular, non-exempt position. The schedule for this position is M-F, 8am to 5pm. At this time, this position is eligible for telework or hybrid schedule. As with all routine telework positions, employees may be required to come into the office on occasion based on business needs. Telework may be subject to change at a future time. Currently, all employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; the City cannot support ongoing telework from other locations. Open until filled. First review of applications on August 5, 2026.

At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to paying our employees fairly, equitably, and competitively. City salaries are structured so that the midpoint of the salary range approximates the amount typically paid for the job in this geographic area. Candidates with experience supporting their ability to come in and hit the ground running may receive a starting salary around the midpoint of the listed salary range. Actual salary at offer is influenced by a host of factors, including a candidate's relevant experience, education, licensure, certifications, and internal equity. The higher end of the listed pay range indicates the salary growth potential of the position.

Essential Functions:

• Assist the public and other departments with questions related to the City's business and occupation tax.
• Compile, monitor and research data requests related to the City's business and occupation tax.
• Act as the liaison between the City and the Washington Department of Revenue for business and occupation tax questions, requests, and notifications.
• Review business and occupation tax filings and flag audit candidates for future follow up.
• Prepare audit plans; review laws, municipal codes, and previous audit reports; schedule and arrange audits.
• Discuss audit plans and findings with business owners, tax attorneys, and CPAs.
• Perform research into complicated tax issues, as needed.
• Respond to protests and appeals through the entire appeal process, including presenting the City's written and oral position.
• Calculate business and occupation taxes due to the City, including delinquent penalties and interest; prepare invoices to collect amounts due to the City.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Experience and Education

Experience:

• Experience applying City codes (or similar tax laws), identifying incorrect data, and understanding if taxes are being paid appropriately through application of appropriate tax laws, codes, or regulations.
• Experience analyzing and interpreting financial data and reaching sound conclusions and recommendations in accordance with laws, regulations, rules and policies.
• Experience planning, organizing, and conducting sound, comprehensive tax and financial audits.
• Experience in a public agency is preferred.
• A common way to meet the qualifications includes experience that is equivalent to obtaining a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting or finance, and three (3) years of progressively responsible audit experience.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting or finance.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Computer Skills

• Intermediate skills using Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Intermediate skills using a financial ERP system such as Workday.

Knowledge

• City of Vancouver codes, policies and regulations applicable to areas of assigned responsibility.
• Principles and practices of general, enterprise and governmental accounting.
• Principles and practices of revenue and financial reporting.
• Research methods and techniques.
• Financial analysis and forecasting.
• Principles and practices of sound business communication.

Abilities

• Plan, organize and conduct sound, comprehensive revenue audits.
• Organize, set priorities and exercise sound independent judgment within areas of responsibility.
• Analyze and interpret financial data and reach sound conclusions and recommendations in accordance with laws, regulations, rules and policies.
• Understand, interpret, explain, and apply City code and ordinances and financial and audit information and results to interested parties.
• Represent the City effectively in meetings and hearings and with individual customers.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Prepare clear, accurate and concise records and reports.
• Research laws, regulations, and other tax related information.
• Maintain confidential information.
• Use tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive situations and concerned people and customers.
• Work effectively as a member of a team.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff, representatives of other governmental agencies, license holders and applicants, business owners, CPAs and others encountered in the course of work.

• Demonstrate a commitment to valuing differences among people and to being inclusive
• Show the utmost respect for others, and act as a team player
• Promote safety as a guiding principle and a regular practice in accomplishing work by focusing on safe practices and complying with safety and health policies and procedures.
• Recognize unsafe conditions which may be hazardous to an employee or to the public.
• Works in safe and responsible manner; not putting self or others at risk. Complies with applicable policies and procedures including but not limited to using personal protective equipment, observing warning signs, learning about potential hazards, and reporting all unsafe conditions.

This position is subject to successful completion of a pre-employment reference check and a basic criminal background check.

The City of Vancouver is committed to advancing equity and creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace. We recognize that progress depends on more than just a verbal commitment; it depends on making meaningful organizational change. We developed and continue to develop strategies to enhance employee-centered programs, eliminate recruitment and advancement barriers, elevate employee understanding of DEI and cultural competency and build an inclusive and welcoming place to call work. We hope you'll consider joining us on the journey!

Diversity and Inclusion: At the City of Vancouver, we value and foster a workplace comprised of people with a range of different backgrounds, experiences and cultures. We recognize that a diverse and inclusive team is key to innovation, effectiveness and a positive culture. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Vancouver is dedicated to maintaining a work environment that extends equal opportunity to all individuals, regardless of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability sexual orientation or gender identity. Employment decisions will be made to further the principle of equal employment opportunity and to comply with state, federal and local laws. We affirm through this policy statement our continuing commitment to the principles of equity and nondiscrimination.

Veterans' Preference: Under Washington law, qualified veterans may be eligible for Veterans' preference when applying for City of Vancouver positions. Honorably discharged Veterans, their surviving spouses or spouses of honorably discharged Veterans with a permanent and total service-connected disability who would like to be considered for a Veterans' preference for this job should provide the qualifying documents as instructed during the application process.

ADA Accommodation: Accommodations will be considered for applicants or candidates with a qualifying disability that prevents them from participating in this process. Accommodations will be made where the City can reasonably provide them without imposing an undue hardship on the business or compromising the integrity of the recruitment process. An applicant with any disability who believes that they need an accommodation should contact Human Resources.