"Alerted.org

Working Title: Auditor - Revenue Tax Specialist

Job Class: Revenue Tax Specialist

Agency: Revenue Dept

+ **Job ID** : 86286

+ **Location** : St. Paul

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes

+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

+ **Who May Apply** : This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 05/28/2025.

+ **Date Posted** : 05/22/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 06/04/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Revenue Dept / Revenue (inc Assessors)-MAPE

+ **Division/Unit** : Tax Operations Division / Tax Ops-Early Audit 4

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift

+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $25.29 - $36.71 / hourly; $52,805 - $76,650 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

+ **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Are you passionate about ensuring compliance with tax laws? Look no further! The Department of Revenue is currently seeking a highly motivated individual to join us in our mission to achieve compliance in the state of Minnesota.

As an Auditor, you will be ensuring the integrity of the tax system by conducting audits of individual income tax and property tax refund returns during return processing; provide education and technical assistance to taxpayers; test system updates and changes; and participate in other compliance activities.

The Department of Revenue offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment, where you will work alongside a team of experienced professionals who are passionate about making a difference. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and development, along with the chance to make a significant impact in ensuring tax compliance.

If you are dedicated to tax law and compliance, the opportunity to join our team awaits you. Apply today!

This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

This position is eligible for hybrid telework. Effective June 1, employees living within 50 miles of the office will be required to work in the office at least 50% of the time each month. Employees may reside outside the state of Minnesota if they live in a county bordering Minnesota and live 50 miles or less from the primary work location.

Minimum Qualifications

+ One (1) year* of full-time professional experience in accounting or auditing.

OR

+ Three (3) years* of experience providing administrative support duties working with taxes or conducting research and analysis work.

*An Associate's degree may substitute for six (6) months of experience; Bachelor's degree may substitute one (1) year of experience; Master’s degree may substitute for eighteen (18) months of experience; PhD may substitute for twenty-four (24) months of experience.

Majors in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Legal, Business Management, Marketing, or other closely related fields are acceptable.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Demonstrated Experience in Tax Auditing - at least one year of experience auditing income tax and/or property tax returns with accuracy.

+ Experience preparing audit reports or findings that clearly document the basis for adjustments

+ Ability to research and analyze tax statutes, administrative rules, regulations, and court rulings to support audit decisions and policy recommendations

+ Experience communicating with taxpayers to resolve disputes, explain determinations, and provide compliance guidance by phone, in writing, or in person.

+ Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Excel, Word) and internal auditing or tax processing systems (Gentax)

+ Demonstrated ability to apply creative problem-solving skills to resolve complex tax issues

+ Knowledge of the Internal Revenue Code, Minnesota Statutes, laws, and rulings related to employment taxes and income tax withholding.

Physical Requirements

Requires occasional moving of articles such as boxes, accounting records, laptop computer, and portable printer.

Additional Requirements

Prior to an offer of employment, a background check will be conducted. This will include, but is not limited to checking degrees and licensures, criminal history, and tax filing and payment history. All individual income tax filing and payment obligations must be current prior to interviewing for this position.

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.