Job Description
Agency Overview:
The Department of Revenue's core mission is to collect the revenues required to support the business of the Commonwealth, to make a difference in the lives of children by enforcing the financial responsibilities of parenthood, and to assist Massachusetts cities and towns in sound and efficient fiscal management. Our vision is to conduct our operations in a manner that inspires public confidence in government by administering and enforcing tax, child support and municipal finance laws in ways that are innovative, customer-focused and transparent.
Division Overview:
The Tax Administration Division is responsible for fostering voluntary compliance and narrowing the tax gap by identifying, educating, and auditing noncompliant taxpayers. The Tax Administration Division audits the tax returns of businesses and individuals filed, including sales/use, meals, rooms occupancy and special fuels, are subject to examination by the Tax Administration Division staff.
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Job Description:
A Tax Examiner II working the IFTA Desk Audit group will be required to perform desk audits (correspondence audits) of individuals, corporations or other business entities filing IFTA returns with Massachusetts in order to verify that the correct amount of tax has been paid, to assess additional taxes when they are due and make other adjustments when indicate by the result of the audit. The Tax Examiners will:
- Examine returns and verify data reported on those returns through contact with taxpayers, gathering information and documentation from taxpayers and other sources.
- Explain audit issues and findings to taxpayers, citing pertinent tax laws, rules, and regulations.
- Manage an inventory of open audit cases to complete cases in a timely and efficient manner consistent with applicable procedures and to provide professional customer service to taxpayers.
- Perform related tasks as requested.
An external candidate recommended for a position with the Department of Revenue will be subject to a background check that includes checks for: state and federal tax compliance; child support compliance; education verification; Massachusetts CORI checks; criminal background checks in state(s) of current and previous residence/employment; validation of eligibility to work in the United States; and national fingerprint-based criminal background checks.
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience performing Tax Audits and documenting results. Demonstrated ability to manage caseloads, meet deadlines, and prioritize time sensitive assignments in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must have excellent oral and written communications skills as well as excellent interpersonal skills. The preferred candidate will have a demonstrated record of success in team settings. The preferred candidate must exercise sound judgement, handle confidential information with discretion.
Qualifications
First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have at least (A) two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience in accounting, auditing or tax examining work, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.
Substitutions:
I. A Bachelor's or higher degree with a major in accounting, business administration or business management may be substituted for the required experience.
Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.
Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.