Tax Auditor V

at State of Vermont in Montpelier, Vermont, United States

Job Description

There's never been a more exciting moment to bring your values, curiosity, and talent to the collaborative team at the Vermont Department of Taxes. The work we do is deeply rewarding-strengthening the foundation of this brave little state and helping shape its future. Our team uses modern, reliable technologies to support initiatives that protect Vermont's natural beauty, build vibrant communities, strengthen families, and fuel countless programs that make this state thrive.

Join a supportive, mission driven team where you can expand your skills, pursue new opportunities, and contribute to meaningful work every day.
The Department of Taxes Compliance Division is seeking a motivated professional who wants to make a meaningful impact by conducting audits that ensure the fair and accurate administration of Vermont's tax laws. In this role, you'll review complex taxpayer records, promote voluntary compliance, and help Vermonters understand their obligations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Reviewing and analyzing taxpayer returns Preparing assessments and adjustments to support accurate compliance
• Communicating with taxpayers and their representatives
• Participating in appeals and settlement discussions
• Performing advanced audit tasks with independence and high competency
• Mentoring, supervising, and directing junior level auditors or tax analysts
• Conducting on site audits when appropriate

The ideal candidate:

• Is curious, collaborative, digitally savvy, and self driven
• Possess expert knowledge and comprehension of complex tax laws and expert cometence in all audit techniques, practices and areas of taxation
• Enjoys learning new tools and technologies used in tax administration
• Communicates clearly and confidently, even when explaining complex or sensitive topics
• Has a genuine desire to grow, develop, and contribute to a strong public mission

For additional information about employee satisfaction and benefits, please visit our website.

The hourly salary rate for this position ranges from $34.96 to $54.82, and State of Vermont benefits are very competitive. The annualized salary for this position ranges from approximately $72,716.80 to $114,025.60. The salary range reflects the minimum and maximum salary potential in the assigned pay grade, and the annualized salary figure is calculated based on 2080 hours of annual compensation and does not include authorized overtime or other compensation. It also doesn't include any time taken off payroll. The starting salary for this position may be negotiable depending on experience and qualifications.

The Compliance Division is responsible for promoting and ensuring Vermont taxpayer compliance, with a focus on early intervention, education, outreach, and fairness. We value service, integrity, and employee growth, as we aim to support Vermont communities effectively and efficiently. Our team includes auditors, tax examiners, analysts, tax collection officers, and support staff.

Background Checks
This position will primarily support the Department of Taxes. Candidates must agree to be fingerprinted and pass a background check to be eligible for this position, which will involve access to sensitive federal tax information. Background checks are required by the Internal Revenue Service and are authorized under Vermont law. 3 V.S.A. § 241. In accordance with VDT Standard Operating Procedure 2018-01, Background Investigations, Vermont and national criminal record checks will be conducted on all candidates. Candidates will have the right to withdraw their application before fingerprinting or a background check is conducted.

We value diverse teams and are committed to creating a community of inclusion.

Work is performed in a standard office setting.  An Auditor IV may be sitting or standing, most frequently using a computer and phone.  There may be very occasional light lifting, and general walking around the office setting.

Some fieldwork requiring travel may be required.  Audit work and review of records may also be performed in a home and/or central office location as assigned.