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Revenue Tax Specialist Minimum Qualifications:

One (1) year * of full-time professional experience in accounting or auditing

*An Associate's degree may substitute for six (6) months of experience. Bachelor's degree may substitute one (1) year of experience; Master’s degree may substitute for eighteen (18) months of experience; PhD may substitute for twenty-four (24) months of experience. Majors in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Legal, Business Management, Marketing, or other closely related fields are acceptable.

Must have reliable transportation or a valid class D driver's license.

Applicants who meet the above experience requirements will be further evaluated based on the following during the interview process:

Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles as evidenced by academic coursework or related work experience Knowledge of personal computers, including knowledge of word-processing, spreadsheet and database applications/software Human relations, communication skills necessary to deal with taxpayers and workplace associates in a professional and effective manner Problem-solving skills and organizational/planning skills necessary to independently perform the duties of the position Revenue Tax Specialist Intermediate Minimum Qualifications:

Two (2) years* of full-time professional experience in accounting or auditing

OR

Certification (satisfactory completion of probation) as a Revenue Tax Specialist

*An Associate's degree may substitute for six (6) months of experience. Bachelor's degree may substitute one (1) year of experience; Master’s degree may substitute for eighteen (18) months of experience; PhD may substitute for twenty-four (24) months of experience. Majors in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Legal, Business Management, Marketing, or other closely related fields are acceptable.

Must have reliable transportation or a valid class D driver's license.

Applicants who meet the above experience requirements will be further evaluated based on the following during the interview process:

Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles and practices Technical tax knowledge, including court rulings, regulations and administrative policies and procedures Customer service and interpersonal skills Ability to plan, direct and review the work of others Knowledge of personal computer operation and software programs used by the department in its internal and external operations Communication and presentation skills Knowledge of audit report processing procedures Knowledge of electronic filing/processing systems Skill in reading comprehension Skill in problem-solving Revenue Tax Specialist Senior Minimum Qualifications:

Three (3) years* of full-time professional experience in accounting or auditing

OR

Certification (satisfactory completion of probation) as a Revenue Tax Specialist, Intermediate

*An Associate's degree may substitute for six (6) months of experience. Bachelor's degree may substitute one (1) year of experience; Master’s degree may substitute for eighteen (18) months of experience; PhD may substitute for twenty-four (24) months of experience. Majors in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Legal, Business Management, Marketing, or other closely related fields are acceptable.

Must have reliable transportation or a valid class D driver's license.

Applicants who meet the above experience requirements will be further evaluated based on the following during the interview process:

Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles and practices Technical tax knowledge, including court rulings, regulations and administrative policies and procedures Customer service and interpersonal skills sufficient to interact and negotiate with taxpayers and/or their representatives Leadership skills and the ability to plan, direct, and review the work of others Knowledge of personal computer operation and software programs used by the department in its internal and external operations Communication and presentation skills Knowledge of electronic processing accounting systems Knowledge of electronic filing/processing systems Skills in reading comprehension Skill in problem-solving Skill in analysis

Preferred Qualifications Revenue Tax Specialist or Revenue Tax Specialist Intermediate or Revenue Tax Specialist Senior Preferred Qualifications:

Experience auditing or knowledge of the following issues related to Corporate Franchise Tax. A bachelor’s degree with a major in accounting, finance, economics, business admin or business management. Master’s degree with a major in accounting, finance, economics, business admin or business management or Taxation or CPA. Knowledge of Federal and State Partnerships, S-Corps, C-Corp, Estate and/or Fiduciary tax laws. Negotiation skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Physical Requirements Requires occasional moving of articles such as boxes, accounting records, laptop computer, and portable printer.

Additional Requirements Prior to an offer of employment, a background check will be conducted. This will include, but is not limited to checking degrees and licensures, criminal history, and tax filing and payment history. All individual income tax filing and payment obligations must be current prior to interviewing for this position.

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Application Details How to Apply Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

If you have questions about the position, contact Mai See Moua at mai.see.moua@state.mn.us.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Mai See Moua at mai.see.moua@state.mn.us.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for this interview and/or testing process, please contact the Department of Revenue ADA Coordinator at revenue.eai@state.mn.us.

About Revenue Dept The Minnesota Department of Revenue works to fund the future for all of Minnesotans. We manage over 30 different taxes and collect $26.7 billion annually in state taxes, which funds state programs such as healthcare, transportation, public safety, and early childhood, K-12, and higher education.

Revenue is dedicated to an inclusive work environment that celebrates and values the diversity of each employee and reflects the communities we serve. We're committed to a culture of inclusion where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and thrive.

We value a work life balance for our employees, and many of our employees telework in a full or hybrid capacity. For those that come to the office, regularly or occasionally, we invested in a state-of-the-art hybrid workspace located at the Stassen building in St. Paul.

Find out more about us on our website.

Why Work for Us Diverse Workforce We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule Comprehensive Benefits Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

Public pension plan Training and professional development Paid vacation and sick leave 11 paid holidays each year Paid parental leave Low-cost medical and dental coverage Prescription drug coverage Vision coverage Wellness programs and resources Employer paid life insurance Short-term and long-term disability Health care spending and savings accounts Dependent care spending account Tax-deferred compensation Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Tuition reimbursement Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.