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- Job ID: 79861
- Location: St. Paul
- Telework Eligible: Yes, Hybrid
- Full/Part Time: Full-Time
- Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
- Who May Apply: This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 09/11/2024.
- Date Posted: 09/05/2024
- Closing Date: 09/11/2024
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Revenue Dept / Revenue (inc Assessors)-MAPE
- Division/Unit: Special Taxes Division / Spec Tx-Petro, Mortgage & Deed
- Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
- Days of Work: Monday - Friday
- Travel Required: Yes, up to 50%
- Salary Range: $27.84 - $40.82 / hourly; $58,129 - $85,232 / annually
- Classified Status: Classified
- Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
- FLSA Status: Nonexempt
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
You must apply through our career website to be considered. https://careers.mn.gov/psp/mnjob/MNCAREERS/HRCR/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1001&JobOpeningId=79861&PostingSeq=1
OR
Visit our website, http://www.mn.gov/careers, and search for job id number 79861
Responsibilities
Job Summary
The candidates hired and new to this job classification may be eligible to receive a $5,000 hiring bonus! This bonus will be paid in two increments, with the first payment made after successfully passing the probationary period.
A $1,000 Referral Bonus may be offered to Revenue staff that recruit new talent hired at Revenue, in this position. A referral form will be sent to new hires who are in positions eligible for the referral incentives.
This position will independently perform Petroleum tax field audits at taxpayers sites; provide education and technical assistance to Petroleum taxpayers and others; and perform other compliances activities. Auditors will also be responsible for answering phone calls, e-mails, and participating in various internal projects and external outreach projects providing taxpayer education. This position offers a wide variety of duties in daily work.
This position is a hybrid working environment which will require time in the office, in the field, and in the home. Traveling is required up to 50 percent of the time, including overnight travel within Minnesota and out-of-state.
Teleworking employees are required to live in Minnesota or in a state bordering Minnesota.
Qualifications
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
AND
- Must have a valid class D driver's license or reliable transportation.
*A bachelor's degree in the following: accounting, finance, business management or closely related degree as determined by the agency may substitute for one year of experience; associate degree may substitute for six months of experience.
Applicants who meet the above experience requirements will be further evaluated during the interview on the following:
- 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
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business & Administration, Business Management or Marketing or related degree as determined by the agency.
- Master's in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, Business Administration, or related degree as determined by the agency, or CPA.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including using formulas and pivot tables, sorting data, formatting spreadsheets and cells, and linking data between worksheets.
- Ability to manage multiple projects at the same time.
- Experience in understanding and correctly applying Petroleum Tax statutes, and rules.
- Experience using the Department of Revenue's GenTax system.
Physical Requirements
- Requires occasional moving of articles such as boxes, accounting records, laptop computer, and portable printer. Some compliance activities require being outside standing for extended periods of time.
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).
Minnesota Department of Revenue
Saint Paul, Ramsey, Minnesota 55146
US
