MinnesotaCare Tax Auditor
Full-Time MinnesotaCare Tax Auditor at Minnesota Department of Revenue
Available Openings: 1
Posted Date: December 26, 2024
Industry: Government, Financial
Pay Type: Hourly
Compensation: $25.29 - $36.71 / hourly
Education Level: N/A
E-Verify: Yes
Criminal Background: Case-by-Case Review
To Apply
  • Job ID: 82782
  • Location: St. Paul
  • Telework Eligible: Yes
  • 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 01/02/2025.
  • Date Posted: 12/26/2024
  • Closing Date: 01/08/2025
  • Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Revenue Dept / Revenue (inc Assessors)-MAPE
  • Division/Unit: Special Taxes Division / Spec Tx-MinnesotaCare
  • Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
  • Days of Work: Monday - Friday
  • Travel Required: Yes, up to 50%
  • Salary Range: $25.29 - $36.71 / hourly; $52,805 - $76,650 / 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.

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 for the referral incentives.

The MinnesotaCare tax funds the MinnesotaCare health insurance program, which provides coverage for low-income individuals. In this role, you will collaborate with a variety of stakeholders, including chief financial officers, presidents, certified public accountants, controllers, accountants, tax managers, office administrators, billers, and small business owners, to verify records and ensure compliance. You will also work closely with other departments and agencies to provide education and promote compliance with MinnesotaCare tax regulations.

In this position, you will independently conduct MinnesotaCare tax field audits at taxpayer sites, offering education and technical assistance to MinnesotaCare taxpayers and others. You will also participate in various compliance activities. The role requires up to 50% travel, including overnight trips within Minnesota and occasionally out of state. Telework is available for applicants residing in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, North Dakota, or South Dakota, subject to business needs and supervisory discretion. Occasional in-person meetings at the St. Paul office will be required.

This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

YOU MUST APPLY THROUGH OUR 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=82782&PostingSeq=1

OR

Visit our website, https://www.mn.gov/careers, and search for job ID 82782.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

OR

  • Three (3) years of experience providing administrative support duties working with taxes or conducting research and analysis work
    • An Associate's Degree may substitute for 6 months of experience. Bachelor's degree may substitute one (1) year of experience; master's degree substitutes for eighteen (18) months of experience; PhD substitutes for twenty-four (24) months of experience.

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

  • 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • 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 a time.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to write reports.
  • Experience using the Department of Revenue's GenTax system.
  • Knowledge and experience reading and interpreting Explanation of Benefits (EOBs) and other health insurance claim reimbursement documents.

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).

Minnesota Department of Revenue

Contact: Kelsey Johansen
Phone 651-556-3004
Email kelsey.johansen@state.mn.us
600 N Robert St.
Saint Paul, Ramsey, Minnesota 55146
US
Transit: On the Green Line, On bus line