New York State Department of Taxation and Finance · 1 day ago
Auditor 1 (Tax)/Auditor Trainee 1 (Tax)/Auditor Trainee 2 (Tax) (NY HELPS)
The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance is seeking an Auditor 1 (Tax) to perform on-site field audits and examinations of taxpayers' records. The role involves ensuring compliance with New York State Tax Law and requires effective communication and travel for audits.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
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
Must be reachable on the eligible list for this title and location under Civil Service Law, Rules and Regulations
Must be eligible for a 70.1 transfer under Civil Service Law, Rules and Regulations
Must be able to travel frequently, both locally and overnight
Must be able to travel with computer equipment and case materials to various field audit sites, training classes, BCMS conferences, etc
Meet the Department's time and attendance rules
Preferred
If eligible via 55 b/c please provide a copy of your active letter of eligibility with your response
Having a valid NYS license may be a condition of employment in this title, based on geographic location
Company
New York State Department of Taxation and Finance
Our mission is to efficiently collect tax revenues in support of State services and programs while acting with integrity and fairness in the administration of the tax laws of New York State.