Business Analyst - Tax

at State of Vermont in Montpelier, Vermont, United States

Job Description

There has never been a better time to bring your values and talents to the collaborative team at the Vermont Department of Taxes. The rewarding work we do supports this brave little state and help shape its future. We work with proven, dynamic technologies to fund initiatives that preserve the environment, build vibrant communities, strengthen families, and so much more. Discover new opportunities, learn new skills, and solve problems with our dedicated and supportive team.

The Department of Taxes seeks a self-motived, curious, individual to fill a key position in the Compliance Division, working closely with the management team performing tasks and leading projects that support divisional initiatives. Much of the work in this role will be independent and involve research, evaluating effectiveness of programs, compiling/analyzing data, as well as running and reviewing reports, managing assigned work queues, and creating/updating process maps. Applicant with the skill set may also be involved in assisting to develop audit discovery programs.

The hourly salary rate for this position ranges from $30.92 to $48.48, and State of Vermont benefits are very competitive. The starting salary for this position may be negotiable depending on experience and qualifications. The annual salary for this position ranges from approximately $64,313 to $100,838. The annual salary range reflects the minimum and maximum salary potential in the assigned pay grade. The annual salary is calculated based on 2080 hours of annual compensation and does not include authorized overtime or other compensation. It also does not include any time taken off payroll.

This is a full-time position located in Montpelier, Vermont with opportunities for hybrid telework.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Expertise in project management, business process and change management, and quality control techniques, practices, and tools
• A collaborative attitude
• Strong communication skills
• Be self-driven and curious

Additional Responsibilities

• Assist with testing improvements made in the department's system
• Develop change management strategies with particular emphasis on process efficiency.
• Develop and maintain process methodologies, documentation, and metrics.
• Research trends and improvement opportunities to optimize Tax administration.
• Assist with project managing the Division's Audit Plan by facilitating discussions between audit and data teams, assist with vetting data, setting, and monitoring timelines for tasks to achieve goals of the plan
• Environmental Factors

  Duties are performed in a standard office setting. Incumbents should anticipate some stressful situations and strong differences of opinion with taxpayers and/or their representatives. Workload will vary but remain heavy.