INDIVIDUAL INCOME TAX AUDITOR 3

DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE Funding Arizona’s future through excellence in innovation, exceptional customer service and public servant-led continuous improvement. INDIVIDUAL INCOME TAX AUDITOR 3 Job Location: Division of Education and Compliance Address: 1600 W Monroe Street, Phoenix, AZ 85007 Posting Details: Salary: 24.04/Hourly Grade: 21 Closing Date: 4/23/26 Job Summary: Conducts highly-complex audits, that are medium to large in scale, of individual and federal corporate income tax, withholding tax, and/or emerging tax audits. These responsibilities are completed using acceptable audit methods and procedures to ensure taxpayers are in compliance with Arizona tax law, rulings, case law. This role is also responsible for collecting and analyzing data, planning and organizing audit procedures, and examining and reviewing financial records to prepare detailed reports of audit findings. This position may be available for remote work within Arizona 2 days in office per week, following a 6 month full time in office probation period. 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. Job Duties: Essential job duties include but are not limited to: Tax Refund and Audit Reviews As applicable to the assigned income tax audit unit, conducts complex audits 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. May include accurate and timely examination of audits and determining and recomputing tax liabilities, and/or detailed review and determination of penalty abatement requests. May elicit clarifying information, accept evidence, evaluate both testimony in a written decision and prepare case files. Fully documents audits to support the department's position and maintain the audit file in an orderly manner. Prepare work papers, audit reports and weekly reports. May performs and supports other audit functions, including research, examination, ticket/email resolution and tax system maintenance for accounts flagged for potential fraud Makes adjustments to taxpayer accounts in the tax system and tax system data cleanup to, including those accounts flagged for potential fraud Research & Analysis Researches highly-complex issues and resolve taxpayer appeals timely, fairly, accurately and consistently Explains audit adjustments and conclusions to taxpayers and their representatives Discusses audit adjustments and positions with taxpayers and/or representatives Reviews work of other auditors Educates taxpayers in tax law, rules and regulations and ensures taxpayer compliance through the audit process. Agency/Department Compliance & Continuous Improvement 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. Actively contributes to team and individual effectiveness through the following- Attends staff meetings and huddles of work unit or district; and may cascade and track information as indicated Completes all required training in a timely manner. Participates in assigned work teams as appropriate. May complete periodic metrics, projects, huddle boards and reports as requested. Prepares for and actively participates in 1:1 coaching with supervisor 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. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge Knowledge of individual income, corporate income, fiduciary and withholding tax policy and procedures Knowledge of applicable federal and state tax laws, statutes, and codes Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) Knowledge of generally accepted auditing standards (GAAS) Skills Strong communications skills, to include verbal, written, and active listening Strong mathematical computation skills such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentage, and averages Strong organization and time management skills with the ability to make measurable progress on multiple priorities Strong interpersonal skills and demeanor 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 Gmail, Sheets, Docs, and Drive Strong proficiency and skill in the use of Microsoft Excel and tax reporting/accounting systems Abilities 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 Ability to work in a confidential manner, ensuring information is shared with internal and external individuals in an appropriate manner Ability to interpret and apply federal and state tax laws to audit reviews Ability to convey tax related terminology and information in layman's terms Ability to work with a high degree of autonomy and also participate collaboratively as part of a team Ability to understand and solve problems by applying intermediate 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. Ability to travel up to 10% of the time to conduct field audit work and/or participate in hearings Willingness and ability to embody ADOR’s core values of Do the Right Thing, Commit to Excellence, and Care About One Another Selective Preference(s): The ideal candidate will possess: 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. Minimum two (2) years’ related experience as an Auditor, or equivalent experience Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or closely related field Experience with Continuous Improvement/LEAN Pre-Employment Requirements: The final candidate will be required to abide by the the following pre-employment checks: -Employment Verification and Reference Checks -State and Federal Criminal Background Check, including fingerprinting -Arizona Tax Filing Records Check -If applicable, ASEDRA Authorized Driver Identification Check 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: Driver’s License Requirements. All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). Benefits: The Arizona Department of Revenue offers a comprehensive benefits package to include: Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans 10 paid holidays per year Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program). Deferred compensation plan Wellness plans Tuition Reimbursement Stipend Opportunities Infant at Work Program Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance 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.(OPTIONAL AND BASED UPON POSITION) Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page. 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. Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here . For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page Retirement: State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments. On, or shortly after, your first day of work you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans, enrollment instructions, submission deadlines and effective dates. Contact Us: If you have any questions, need assistance, or would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the ADOR Talent Team at [email protected]. *The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.