Tax Auditor Supervisor

Summary Statement The incumbent in this position is responsible for ensuring the proper audit, computation and collections of business taxes, which includes gross receipt tax, withholding tax, and other transaction-based taxes collected by the Delaware Division of Revenue. The incumbent will develop audit procedures using Division of Revenue's (DOR) tax administration system. The incumbent will advise, direct and support auditors in the performance of audits, which include reviewing accounting records such as invoices, sales journals, general ledgers, bank statements, and inventory entries to determine compliance with tax laws, rules and regulations,assessing liabilities and explaining assessments or return adjustments to taxpayers. Essential Functions Audits tax filings, financial records, and supporting documentation to determine tax liability, and ensure the accurate collection of taxes in compliance with tax laws, rules, and regulations. Researches tax records and conducts interviews which may include field investigations, to obtain and clarify information. Identifies errors, issues, and non-compliance and makes recommendations for corrective action based on audit findings such as refunds, penalties, or late payments. Provides technical guidance and consultation to ensure state tax laws are applied uniformly, deter tax evasion, promote voluntary compliance and educate taxpayers. Explains audit findings which may include tax assessments, delinquencies, penalties and interest due; works with taxpayers and their representatives to take action to bring the account into compliance. Completes continuing education to remain current on auditing standards, methods, techniques, and best practices. Uses commercial and proprietary automated information systems and computer software to research, review, analyze, document and report on financial information. Prepares and submits audit summaries and reports that clearly and accurately document findings and supporting facts and recommend agency action. Participates in meetings, conference calls, or on-site visits. Delivers excellent customer service to internal and external customers and the public in person, electronically, or by written communication. Communicates and interacts effectively with people across cultures, ranges of ability, genders, ethnicities, ages, and races. May prepare legal documents to enter judgment against delinquent taxpayers, secure legal authority from the court to garnish wages and arrange payment installment schedules. Job Requirements Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas: Three years’ experience in tax auditing to ensure compliance with tax laws, rules and regulations which may include but is not limited to auditing tax and financial documents to determine correct tax liability. Two years' experience in analyzing tax discrepancies or related problems, developing alternatives, recommending and advising on solutions. Three years’ experience in preparing audit summaries and reports that clearly and accurately document findings, supporting facts and recommendations. Coursework, training and/or work experience in staff supervision which may include performing as a lead worker overseeing the work of others. Conditions of Hire Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources. Applicant must complete satisfactory criminal background check, reference checks, confirmation of compliance with federal and state tax laws, and any other required condition of employment. All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County. Benefits To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at #J-18808-Ljbffr JobAps