Auditing Technician 2 - Taxpayer Accounting Unit

Our services impact EVERY Montanan!

MISSION STATEMENT

To be the nation's most citizen oriented, efficiently administered, state tax agency.

The Montana Department of Revenue administers almost 40 state taxes, property appraisals, alcoholic beverage laws, cannabis laws and unclaimed property for the state of Montana. The Business and Income Taxes Division (BIT) manages a variety of Montana tax types that include business, individual, and natural resources. BIT is comprised of five bureaus including Analytics and Planning, Income and Withholding Taxes, Audits and Pass-Through, Natural Resource and Corporate, and Business Taxes and Fees. BIT staff perform audits, verify compliance with Montana laws for all taxes administered by the division, and issue appraisals and assessments of centrally assessed property.

What We Can Offer You

The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Health, dental, and vision care; life insurance; and long-term disability. The State currently contributes $12,648/year toward these benefits.

• Free health care for employees and eligible family member at Montana Health Centers.

• Employee Assistance Benefits including counseling, legal assistance, well-being coaching, financial information, which are free resources.

• Retirement plans- The State currently contributes 9.17%, vested after 5 years of continuous employment.

• Paid vacation- starting at 15 days a year.

• Sick leave- 12 days a year.

• 11 holidays, including a floating holiday, which can be used any time.

• Flexible hours.

• Eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

Visit the Health Care and Benefits Division for more information at https://benefits.mt.gov/. In addition to employee benefits, there are a wide range of advancement opportunities throughout the Department of Revenue.

DUTIES

Job Overview:

This position resides in the Business & Income Taxes Division of Department of Revenue. The Business and Income Tax Division ensures secure handling of taxpayer information and data. BIT's auditing technicians perform a variety of duties assigned by management. Duties include conducting simple examinations of various types of tax returns, adjusting tax returns, conducting research, communicating internally and externally, and participating in the appeal process. Auditing technicians also provide support for other unit operations and complex examination activities. The position does not supervise other staff.

The Taxpayer Accounting Unit is looking for a motivated, self-driven individual to join our team. This unit, which is comprised of 17 teammates, is responsible for the initial review of various return groups, supplemental forms, tax credits, software updates and annual internal operations. This fast driven position offers on the job training, career advancement opportunities and the opportunity to become a valued contributor of the greater State of Montana community.

Knowledge of:

• Basic accounting and financial reporting principles

• Basic State and Federal tax regulations

Skills in:

• Research and analysis

• Accuracy and attention to detail

• Basic mathematics

• Conflict resolution & customer service

• Microsoft programs and other data base applications

• Written, verbal, and interpersonal communication

You would be a great fit for this position if you have:

• Self-motivated

• Strong work ethic

Ability to:

• Follow instructions

• Provide timely and accurate customer service

• Work under pressure

• Be open-minded and think creatively

• This is an incomplete list of job duties. For a complete job description please contact Human Resources. (dorhr@mt.gov or 406-444-9858)*

To be considered for any DOR position, applicants must complete and submit their application online, and upload any required documents. DOR is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

REMOTE/TELEWORK: This position may be eligible to work from an approved worksite within the state of Montana. This position would be required to report to a Department of Revenue office assigned by the supervisor. Employees must meet and sustain Department of Revenue telework eligibility requirements and supervisor's approval to participate in the DOR Telework Program.

Training Assignment: This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

(All computer systems and tax guidelines will be trained on the job.)

To be considered for any DOR position, applicants must complete and submit their application online, and upload any required documents. DOR is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this position, via the "Apply Online" button located on this posting.

Applicant Pool Statement: If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.

Requires the successful completion of a background check and state tax compliance status check.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

We prefer, but do not require, that you possess the following experience, or education, for the first day of work:

• High School Diploma or GED qualification

• One year of professional work experience is preferred, but not required, in accounting, money management, banking, bookkeeping or another related field.

• Other combinations of education and experience are evaluated on an individual basis.

If you do not have the education/experience listed above, still apply! We consider alternate combinations of education and experience.

If applicable or for consideration, please provide college/university transcripts with application.