MV Tax Field Auditor II

Overview

The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is seeking a Motor Vehicle Tax Field Auditor II. This position is responsible for auditing and investigations involving the enforcement of Vermont Tax Laws relating to taxpayer compliance with the International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) and International Registration Plan (IRP). This unit also audits fuel tax, rental companies, rail, IFTA, and IRP revenues of approximately several hundred million dollars annually. This position also provides taxpayer technical assistance and education for auditees.

The successful applicant will have strong communication and interpersonal skills.• Be inquisitive, collaborative, digitally proficient, and self-motivated

• Have a desire to learn new skills and software used for tax administration


• Have the ability to communicate challenging topics to individuals with varied backgrounds.

The selected candidate will have a home-based office and will be required to travel frequently, and may be required to travel to other parts of the State as well.

Who May Apply

This position, MV Tax Field Auditor II (Job Requisition #55817), is open to all State employees and external applicants. 
If you would like more information about this position, please contact [email protected].
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
 
In accordance with Title 23, Section 102(d), an applicant must agree to be finger-printed and pass a background investigation to be eligible for this position. The background investigation may include criminal, financial and traffic records checks. Hiring managers will notify applicants who are in the final stage of the interview process of the finger-printing and background check requirement, to which an applicant must agree to be deemed eligible for this position. Applicants will have the right to withdraw their applications before finger-printing and/or a background investigation is conducted. 

Environmental Factors

Duties may be performed independently from home office setting with extensive time in the field at the taxpayer's location.  Significant travel may be necessary, and incumbents must have a reliable means of transportation.  Some audit situations may assume a somewhat adversarial nature, requiring significant tact and persistence to complete a successful audit.  Pressure from work deadlines is predictable.

Minimum Qualifications

Three (3) years or more of college coursework in accounting, auditing, business administration, or related field.

OR

Two (2) years or more of experience in tax examination, accounting, auditing, or business administration.

OR

One (1) year or more of experience as a MV Tax Field Auditor I or higher with the State of Vermont.

Special Requirements

In accordance with Title 23, Section 102(d), an applicant must agree to be finger-printed and pass a background investigation to be eligible for this position. The background investigation may include criminal, financial and traffic records checks. Hiring managers will notify applicants who are in the final stage of the interview process of the finger-printing and background check requirement, to which an applicant must agree to be deemed eligible for this position. Applicant will have the right to withdraw their applications before finger-printing and/or a background investigation is conducted.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

•     80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families


•     Work/Life balance: 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan


•     State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)


•     Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan


•     Tuition Reimbursement


•     Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts


•     Low cost group life insurance


•     Incentive-based Wellness Program


•     Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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