Transaction Privilege Tax Auditor 3

<table style="height: 17px; width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #4373BA" border="1"> <tbody> <tr style="height: 17px"> <td style="width: 100%; height: 17px"> <div class="job-header"> <h1 style="text-align: center"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 24pt;="" color:="" #ffffff"="">DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE</span></h1> <h2 style="text-align: center"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><em><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #FFFFFF">Funding Arizona’s future through excellence in innovation, exceptional customer service and public servant-led continuous improvement.<br><br></span></em></span></h2> </div> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <h3 dir="ltr" style="text-align: center"><span style="font-size: 24pt; font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><strong>TRANSACTION PRIVILEGE TAX AUDITOR 3</strong></span></h3> <div class="job-divider"> <table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #D4D4D4" border="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 100%"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Job Location:</span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <div class="job-content"> <h4 style="text-align: center"><span style="font-family: times new roman, times, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px">Division of Education and Compliance</span></span></h4> <h4 style="text-align: center"><span style="font-family: times new roman, times, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px">1600 W Monroe Street, Phoenix, AZ 85007</span></span></h4> </div> <div class="job-divider"> <table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #D4D4D4" border="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 100%"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Posting Details:</span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <div class="job-content"> <h4 style="text-align: center"><span style="font-family: times new roman, times, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px">Salary: $24.03 Hourly <br></span></span></h4> <h4 style="text-align: center"><span style="font-family: times new roman, times, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px">Grade: 21<br></span></span></h4> <h4 style="text-align: center"><span style="font-family: times new roman, times, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px">Closing Date: 5/20/26</span></span></h4> </div> <div class="job-divider"> <table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #D4D4D4" border="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 100%"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Job Summary:</span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <div class="job-content"> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">The Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) Auditor 3 is responsible for performing audits and refund reviews for all taxing jurisdictions subject to transaction privilege and use tax, and reviewing various state/city/town tax issues from simple to average complexity. This role determines tax liabilities involving transaction privilege, excise, and use taxes, and prepares working papers and recommendations for the final audit memorandum. This role will be responsible for conducting occasional field audits, which may require in and out of state travel, up to two weeks in duration. </span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.</span></p> </div> <div class="job-divider"> <table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #D4D4D4" border="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 100%"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Job Duties:</span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <div class="job-content"> <p style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"=""><strong>          Audit Reviews</strong><br></span></p> <ul> <li style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Conducts simple to average complex audit and refund reviews involving the accurate calculation and application of tax laws, rules and regulations, policies, and procedures of the department in a consistent manner to all taxpayers:<br></span></li> <li style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Accurate and timely examinations of audits based on information requested through correspondence with taxpayers and/or changes in calculations resulting from information provided regarding the audit<br></span></li> <li style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Inspects and examines returns, makes determinations, and recommends return of audits<br></span></li> <li style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Elicits clarifying information, accepts evidence, evaluates both testimony in a written decision, and prepares case files if/as necessary<br></span></li> <li style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Fully documents audits to support the department's position and maintain the audit file in an orderly manner <br></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Prepares work papers, audit reports, and weekly reports<br><br><strong>Research & Analysis</strong><br></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Researches complicated issues and resolves taxpayer appeals timely, fairly, accurately and consistently<br></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Explains audit adjustments and conclusions to taxpayers and/or representatives<br></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Discusses audit adjustments and positions with taxpayers and/or representatives<br></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Educates taxpayers in tax law, rules and regulations and ensures taxpayer compliance through the audit process.<br><br><strong>Field Audits</strong><br></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Conducts in-person, in- and out-of-state field audits, as assigned <br><br><strong>Agency/Department Compliance & Continuous Improvement</strong><br></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Remains current on all laws, regulations, policies, and best practices related to taxation through regular engagement in activities such as: self-directed research, conferring with other practitioners and technical experts; subscriptions to regulatory/legal/industry newsletters and briefs; membership industry associations and attendance at meetings/events; and or participation in training and others continuing education opportunities.<br></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Actively contributes to team and individual effectiveness through the following:<br></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Attends staff meetings and huddles of work unit or district; and may cascade and track information as indicated<br></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Completes all required training in a timely manner.<br></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Participates in assigned work teams as appropriate.<br></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">May complete periodic metrics, projects, huddle boards and reports as requested. <br></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Prepares for and actively participates in 1:1 coaching with supervisor<br></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Maximizes work processes and deliverables through lean principles within the Arizona Management System (AMS); and provides recommendations for process improvement, and engages in continuous improvement efforts as assigned.<br></span></li> </ul> </div> <div class="job-divider"> <table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #D4D4D4" border="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 100%"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):</span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <div class="job-content"> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"=""><strong>          Knowledge</strong><br></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Knowledge of transaction privilege and use tax laws, policies, and procedures<br></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Knowledge of applicable state, city, and town tax codes <br></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">In-depth knowledge of auditing methods, systems, standards, and procedures<br></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">General knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)<br></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">General knowledge of generally accepted accounting standards (GAAS)<br><br><strong>Skills</strong><br></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Strong communications skills, to include verbal, written, and active listening with the ability to convey tax related terminology and information in layman's terms<br></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Strong mathematical computation skills such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentage, and averages<br></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Effective organization and time management skills <br></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Strong interpersonal skills and demeanor<br></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Proficient in the use of a PC/laptop in a Windows environment; in the use of the Internet; and in the use of Google Suite applications such as </span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Gmail, Sheets, Docs, and Drive<br></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Strong proficiency and skill in the use of Microsoft Excel, especially PivotTables<br></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Proficient in the use of tax reporting and accounting systems<br><br><strong>Abilities</strong><br></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Ability to clear a comprehensive background and clearance process that includes an Arizona tax compliance verification, and a criminal background check through the FBI via level one fingerprint clearance through the Arizona Department of Public Safety<br></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Ability to interpret and apply federal and state tax laws to audit reviews<br></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Ability to work with a high degree of autonomy and also participate collaboratively as part of a team<br></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Ability to work in a confidential manner, ensuring information is shared with internal and external individuals in an appropriate manner <br></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Ability to understand and solve problems by applying strong analytical skills to include collecting all the relevant information and data needed to address the problem; organizing, classifying and synthesizing the data into fundamental issues; from the information, identifying the most probable causes of the problem; reducing the information down into manageable components; identifying the logical outcomes from the analyses of the data collected; and, identifying the options and solutions for addressing the problems analyzed.<br></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Ability to travel up to 5% of the time both in-state and out-of-state for trips of up to 2 weeks in length<br></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Willingness and ability to embody ADOR’s core values of Do the Right Thing, Commit to Excellence, and Care About One Another</span></li> </ul> </div> <div class="job-divider"> <table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #D4D4D4" border="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 100%"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Selective Preference(s):</span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <div class="job-content"> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">The ideal candidate will possess:<br></span></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Any combination that meets the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA); typical ways KSAs are obtained may include but are not limited to: a relevant degree from an accredited college or university such as Bachelor’s Degree (e.g., B.A.), training, coursework, and work experience relevant to the assignment<br></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Minimum two (2) years’ related experience as an Auditor, or equivalent experience<br></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or closely related field<br></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Experience with Continuous Improvement/LEAN<br></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Bilingual in English and Spanish<br></span></span></li> </ul> </div> <div class="job-divider"> <table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #D4D4D4" border="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 100%"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Pre-Employment Requirements:</span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <div class="job-content"> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">The final candidate will be required to abide by the the following pre-employment checks:<br>-Employment Verification and Reference Checks<br>-State and Federal Criminal Background Check, including fingerprinting<br>-Arizona Tax Filing Records Check<br>-If applicable, ASEDRA Authorized Driver Identification Check</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: <a href="https://publicstorage.dc4.pageuppeople.com/1045/ClientPublicFile/3601803f-02e5-4b70-b325-26c8ef309c1b.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Driver’s License Requirements.</a></span><br></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).</span></span></p> </div> <div class="job-divider"> <table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #D4D4D4; height: 17px" border="1"> <tbody> <tr style="height: 17px"> <td style="width: 100%; height: 17px"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Benefits:</span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <div class="job-content"> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">The State of Arizona provides a world class comprehensive benefits package including:<br>-Paid time off for holidays, sick days, annual leave, military leave, bereavement leave, and civic duty leave<br>-Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).<br>-A robust and affordable insurance plan that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability options.<br>-Higher education discounts for State employees and tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per fiscal year, available to seek further career advancement or certification in Continuing Professional Education.<br>-Work-life balance and additional options for life betterment such as the Infant at Work Program, State Wellness Program, Public Transit Discounts, Alternate Work Schedules, and Telework opportunities.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program <a title="Paid Parental Leave Pilot Program" href="https://hr.az.gov/about/resources/family-leave-expansion" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our <a href="https://benefitoptions.az.gov/jobseekers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">benefits page</a></span></p> </div> <div class="job-divider"> <table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #D4D4D4" border="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 100%"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">Retirement</span>:</span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <div class="job-content"> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">Top ranked Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) provides 100% employer matched contributions (enrollment eligibility will be effective after 27 weeks of State employment). ASRS provides a lifelong benefit based on years of service earned, or worked, and your ending salary. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">Learn more about ASRS at: https://www.azasrs.gov/content/new-and-prospective-members.</span></span></p> </div> <div class="job-divider"> <table style="width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #D4D4D4" border="1"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 100%"><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif;="" font-size:="" 12pt"="">Contact Us:</span></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <div class="job-content"> <p><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-family: " times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""><span style="font-size: 12pt">If you have any questions, need assistance, or would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the ADOR Talent Team at talentgroup@azdor.gov.<br><br>*The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.</span></span></span></p> </div>