Compliance Specialist 1-Public Utility

Compliance Specialist 1

The Georgia Department of Revenue seeks to fill a Compliance Specialist 1 position in the Local Government Services Division. The Division administers all property tax laws and regulations, distributes sales and use taxes to local taxing authorities, and administers the laws set forth in the Unclaimed Property Act. Each of the 159 Georgia counties has tax offices that assess and collect property tax.

Reporting to the Compliance Specialist Supervisor, you will be responsible for learning to review, monitor, and ensure compliance with Public Utility, Airline, and Railroad Equipment companies by determining compliance with State Law and regulations concerning Property Tax Administration. This may consist of on-site audits. Additionally, the role requires a high degree of initiative, proficient computer skills, customer service & analytical skills, independent judgment, and the ability to multi-task.

Duties may include but are not limited to :

• Conducting on-site reviews or audits of Public Utility, Airline, and Railroad Equipment companies.
• Reviewing tax returns for accuracy and compliance with guidelines, regulations and laws.
• Researching financial histories, previous payments, balance sheet details or prior audit findings.

Minimum Entry Qualifications High school diploma or GED and two (2) years of job-related experience. (Property tax with a Georgia County Board of Assessors, Tax Commissioner's Office, accounting firm, or auditing firm).

Required Skills and Experience

Preferred Qualifications

Position Status & Pay Grade Unclassified Pay Grade K Salary : $61,360

This position functions as a mobile worker but is assigned to the Department of Revenue South Metro Facilities at 4125 Welcome All Rd, Atlanta GA, 30349. A valid Georgia driver's license is required, as this position travels up to 80% of the time.

The Department of Revenue offers alternative work schedules, training opportunities, recognition programs, health insurance, wellness programs, vision and dental coverage, retirement options, leave benefits, and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer : The Department of Revenue is an Equal Opportunity Employer, promoting diversity and nondiscrimination in employment.

Important Notice : Selected applicants are subject to a State of Georgia tax records check and a criminal background investigation. Only candidates chosen for interviews will be notified due to the high volume of applications. Human Resources may close the job announcement early if a significant number of applications are received. For disability accommodations during the hiring process, contact dor-fmla@dor.ga.gov.