• Tax Auditor 1

    Idaho Division of Human Resources (Pocatello, ID)


    Tax Auditor 1

     

    Posting Begin Date: 2025/10/16

     

    Posting End Date: 2025/10/29

     

    Category: Accounting and Finance

     

    Sub Category: Audit

     

    Work Type: Full Time

     

    Minimum Salary: 25.18

     

    Maximum Salary: 25.18

     

    Pay Rate Type: Hourly

    Description

    Career Opportunity – Tax Auditor 1 (Underfill for Tax Auditor 2)

    Career OpportunityTax Auditor 1 (Underfill for Tax Auditor 2)

    Applications will be accepted through 4:59 p.m. MDT on the posting end date.

     

    Are you looking for an employer that offers work-life balance—including the flexibility to work a four 10-hour day schedule? Have you recently earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting and want an organization that will train and support your career growth? Do you want a career instead of a job? The Tax Audit family has several opportunities for promotion.

     

    The Idaho State Tax Commission is recruiting for multipleTax Auditor 1positions (Underfill for Tax Auditor 2) in the Audit Division within the Sales/Fuels Tax Bureauin Pocatello OR Idaho Falls, Idaho.(See tax types in theResponsibilitiessection below.)

     

    Tax auditors interact with taxpayers and their representatives to verify the accuracy of tax returns and prepare reports of findings, conclusions, or recommendations. The Audit team is our first line of defense in protecting Idaho citizens from sophisticated fraud. We pride ourselves on quality work, professionalism, and customer service.

    What You Need for Success

    + Develop knowledge of state and federal tax laws, rules, and regulations as they apply to various taxes.

    + Be resourceful and research tax issues encountered in an audit.

    + Interpret and apply tax laws to individual and business situations.

    + Discuss tax issues using various resources to support your decision.

    + Apply and understand ethics and confidentiality laws.

    + Effectively and professionally communicate both orally and in writing.

    + Develop a broad knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping.

     

    If you previously applied for a Tax Auditor 1 and wish to be considered for this position, you must reapply under this announcement. Previous scores will not be used. All qualified individuals interested in this position are encouraged to apply.

    Responsibilities

    + Communicate with taxpayers and their representatives to verify the accuracy of tax returns through review of accounting systems, financial statements, work papers, tax and payroll records, and other related documents.

    + Research and analyze data for accuracy to ensure compliance with state tax laws and regulations.

    + Prepare audit findings and summaries.

    + Identify legal issues and apply appropriate statutes, rules, and legal precedents.

    + Tax types may include: Amusement Devices; Auditorium Districts; Beer Tax; Business Income Tax; Cigarette Tax; E911 Prepaid Wireless Fee; Electricity (Kilowatt Hour) Tax; Estates and Taxes; Fuels Taxes and Fees; Individual Income Tax; Mine License Tax; Oil and Gas Production Tax; Property Tax; Sales/Use Tax; Tobacco Tax; Travel & Convention Tax; Wine Tax; Withholding Tax.

    + Participate in team audits.

    + Occasional overnight travel withing the geographic area of the US will be required for this position.

    Minimum Qualifications

    Good knowledge of accounting principles and practices.

     

    + This is typically gained by having completed 12 credit hours for upper division courses (ACCT 300-499 level) for a bachelor’s degree in accounting or having at least three (3) years of experience as an accountant or equivalent, applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

     

    Students currently in their last semester of college earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or in Business with an accounting emphasis are encouraged to apply and may be placed on the hiring list. A job offer cannot be made until after graduation with degree. Questions about this role’s qualifications? Email us at [email protected] .

     

    *Upon successful completion of the requirements to become a Tax Auditor 2, the incumbent will complete the underfill and be reclassified to a Tax Auditor 2. The current minimum rate is $27.70/hour. This announcement may also be used to fill future Tax Auditor 1 openings.

     

    Background Check: Includes a background questionnaire; FBI nationwide, fingerprint-based criminal history check; verification of tax compliance; and receipt of positive references.

     

    Why Join Us?

     

    + OUR VISION: Great people. Helping you. Serving Idaho.

    + OUR MISSION: Benefit Idaho through courteous customer service, education, and fair tax administration.

    + OUR VALUES: Fairness, Accountability, Integrity, Respect.

     

    Follow us on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/idahotax/) or Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/idahotax) to learn more about us! Questions? Contact us at [email protected] or 208-334-0478.

     

    What Do Our Employees Say About Us?

     

    + “I love the work-life balance at the Tax Commission because our managers and supervisors are awesome with flexibility.”

    + “We work a flexible schedule, Monday through Friday, 40 hours a week. This schedule has allowed me to do other things in my life.”

    + “My favorite part about working for the Tax Commission is the people I get to work with. It’s become a family, and I’ve made lots of lifelong friends.”

     

    What's in it for You?

     

    + Comprehensive benefits including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI defined-benefit retirement plan.

    + Paid sick and vacation leave begin accruing your first day.

    + 11 paid holidays per year.

    + Paid parental leave (birth or adoption) up to 8 weeks.

    + Employee Assistance Program.

    + Qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

    + Healthy work-life balance with flexible schedules and a hybrid telecommuting option (up to two days per week after training is completed and performance measures are met).

    + Business casual dress code.

    + Career growth opportunities.

    + Work alongside talented, highly motivated professionals.

     

    EEO/ADA/Veteran

     

    The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

     

    The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, please contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [email protected] .