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Revenue Tax Auditor Trainee

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania
$55,550.00 - $77,321.00 Annually
dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Pennsylvania, Allentown
29 Pennsylvania 100 (Show on map)
Mar 13, 2025

THE POSITION

Are you a strong critical thinker who would enjoy traveling to different work locations and interacting with various businesses and tax professionals? If so, the Bureau of Audits may have the opportunity you've been waiting for! The Allentown Regional Section is seeking a motivated Revenue Tax Auditor Trainee with strong attention to detail and a desire to learn the process of conducting audits that will be used to determine compliance of applicable tax laws and regulations. This position contributes to the organization's objective by helping to ensure that the employee is properly trained to conduct audits in accordance with established policies and procedures. Join the Department of Revenue and experience the satisfaction of public service while embarking upon a rewarding career path!

Current college students within 6 months of obtaining their bachelor's degree are encouraged to apply!


DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Revenue Tax Auditor Trainee, you will participate in the conduct of selected audits for the purpose of receiving on the job training in sales and use tax, liquid fuels tax, gaming, and corporate tax audit programs. You will learn to prepare for on-site examinations by performing preliminary planning and review, and researching departmental records for tax reporting and audit history, as well as potential collateral assignments.
Gain the skills needed to learn how to visually inspect taxpayer facilities to ascertain business activities and limit of operations. You will assist in the performance of system surveys of accounting functions by analyzing financial records and learning to design appropriate audit procedures in accordance with applicable tax manuals, so as to effectively and efficiently perform examinations. You will also assist in the conduct of audits at the taxpayer location by examining and analyzing pertinent books and financial records to determine correct tax liabilities or verify the accurate remittance of tax, in accordance with applicable tax laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

  • Full-time employment
  • Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
  • Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Allentown.
  • Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $55,550.00 (before taxes).
  • You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

  • A bachelor's degree that includes 15 college credits in accounting, tax, or auditing; or
  • An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes 15 college credits in accounting, tax, or auditing.
  • Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 6 months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits.

Other Requirements:

  • You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

  • This position will have access to Federal Tax Information (FTI) and is subject to the provisions of IRS Publication 1075 (Pub 1075) which requires you to pass an enhanced background check prior to beginning employment. Under Pub 1075, acceptance of a conditional offer of employment will require submission to and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to: a fingerprint-based federal records check; a PA State Police clearance; a check of local law enforcement agencies where you have lived, worked, and/or attended school within the last five (5) years; and a citizenship/residency verification.

How to Apply:

  • Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
  • If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
  • Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
  • Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

  • Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

  • 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.


EXAMINATION INFORMATION

  • Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
  • Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
  • Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
  • You must provide complete and accurate information or:
    • your score may be lower than deserved.
    • you may be disqualified.
  • You may only apply/test once for this posting.
  • Your results will be provided via email.

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