Auditing Technician 2 – Corporate Tax – 24141374

Job Overview:

This position resides in the Business & Income Taxes Division of the Department of Revenue. The Business and Income Tax Division ensures secure handling of taxpayer information and data. BIT’s auditing technicians perform a variety of duties assigned by management. Duties include conducting simple examinations of various types of tax returns, adjusting tax returns, conducting research, communicating internally and externally, and participating in the appeal process. Auditing technicians also provide support for other unit operations and complex examination activities. The position does not supervise other staff.

Knowledge of:

• Basic accounting and financial reporting principles
• Basic State and Federal tax regulations

Skills in:

• Research and analysis
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Basic mathematics
• Conflict resolution & customer service
• Microsoft programs and other data base applications
• Written, verbal, and interpersonal communication

You would be a great fit for this position if you have:

• Self-motivation
• Strong work ethic

Ability to:

• Follow instructions
• Provide timely and accurate customer service
• Work under pressure
• Be open-minded and think creatively

This position is part of the Business & Income Tax Division and may work from Helena.

*This is an incomplete list of job duties. For a complete job description please contact Human Resources at dorhr@mt.gov or (406) 444-9858.

We prefer, but do not require, that you possess the following experience, or education, for the first day of work:

• High School Diploma or GED qualification
• One year of professional work experience is preferred, but not required, in accounting, money management, banking, bookkeeping or another related field.

Other combinations of education and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis.

*If you have documented postsecondary education, please attach your transcripts to your application for it to be considered in the evaluation process.

Applicant Pool Statement

If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.

Training Assignment Available

This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.