Tax Audit Clerk Trainee
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***This job opportunity is not in the classified service and is not covered by the West Virginia Division of Personnel merit system. ***
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The West Virginia State Tax Division is seeking an entry level candidate, who after training and development will primarily learn to examine and audit basic tax returns and other related documents for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with WV law. The incumbent will gain a basic knowledge of state tax laws, regulations, and filing requirements of various tax types. Regular tasks include verifying the accuracy of return filings utilizing well established rules and procedures; corresponding and communicating with taxpayers in writing or on the phone regarding issues and questions related to tax filings; learn to utilize the integrated tax system to accomplish everyday tasks along with other office computer applications; maintain strict confidentiality regarding taxpayer information. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated; have good written and oral communication skills; and, preferably, be familiar with Microsoft Excel and Google applications including Sheets and Docs. Performs related work as required.
Employment requires a fingerprint-based criminal-background check to be provided at the West Virginia Tax Division’s expense. Failing to initiate the process or cooperate with this process, providing false or incomplete information, or discovery of disqualifying information will result in denial of, or dismissal from, employment or denial of transfer irrespective of when discovered. The chosen applicant will also be subject to a tax compliance check.
Job posting TAAD260013
Kanawha County
Alternate posting to TAAD260014 (Tax Audit Clerk) and TAAD260015 (Tax Audit Clerk Senior); only one position to be filled.
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Minimum Qualifications
Training: Associate degree from a regionally accredited college or university. Competitive candidates may receive probationary appointment pending official verification of the qualifying degree. The qualifying degree must be verified before the employee may be certified as permanent.
OR
Substitution: High school diploma or equivalent AND two (2) years of experience at the State Tax Division, or two (2) years of experience in providing accounting support and/or clerical office support for the required training.
**Your complete work history is needed to qualify you for positions. Please be as detailed as possible and list all of your past employment.**
Other Qualifications
PG: 10 $32,862 - $56,373
Market Rate: $50,288
Email applications to [email protected]
Mail to:
Tax Commissioner
WV State Tax Division
P.O. Box 11771
Charleston, WV 25339
Please include posting number TAAD260013 and job title Tax Audit Clerk Trainee on application.
Division of Personnel application can be found online, follow this LINK and access the application under the "Current and Former State Employees" section.
Note: Applications of covered state employees, mailed to DOP or completed via DOP's on-line method, are not forwarded to the Tax Division.