Corporate Income Tax Auditor 3
Job No : 536085
Work Type : Full-time
Location : REMOTE OPTIONS, AVONDALE, BUCKEYE, LITTLEFIELD, LUKE AIRFORCE BASE, MESA, PHOENIX, SUN CITY, SURPRISE, TEMPE, TOLLESON, TUCSON
Categories : Accounting / Auditing
ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE
Funding Arizona's future through excellence in innovation, exceptional customer service and public servant-led continuous improvement.
All Arizona State employees operate within the Arizona Management System (AMS), an intentional, results-driven approach for doing the work of state government. Our goal is for every ADOR team member to reflect on individual and team performance, reduce waste, and commit to continuous improvement with sustainable progress. Through AMS, every ADOR team member seeks to understand customer needs, identify problems, improve processes, and measure results.
Corporate Income Tax Auditor 3
Job Location :
Address : 1600 W. Monroe Street, Phoenix, AZ 85007
This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measure
Posting Details :
Salary : $29.0866 / hour (annualized at $60,500)
Grade : 21
Closing Date : Open Until Filled
Job Summary :
The Income Tax Auditor 3 conducts highly-complex audits, that are medium to large in scale, of individual and federal corporate income tax, withholding tax, and / or emerging tax audits, as assigned. These responsibilities are completed using acceptable audit methods and procedures to ensure taxpayers are in compliance with Arizona tax law, rulings, case law. This role is also responsible for collecting and analyzing data, planning and organizing audit procedures, and examining and reviewing financial records to prepare detailed reports of audit findings.
Job Duties :
Tax Refund and Audit Reviews
As applicable to assigned income tax audit unit, conducts complex audits involving the accurate calculation and application of tax laws, rules and regulations, policies and procedures of the department in a consistent manner to all taxpayers.
- May include accurate and timely examination of audits and determining and re-computing tax liabilities, and / or detailed review and determination of penalty abatement requests.
- May elicit clarifying information, accept evidence, evaluate both testimony in a written decision and prepare case files.
- Fully documents audits to support the department's position and maintain the audit file in an orderly manner. Prepare work papers, audit reports and weekly reports.
- May performs and supports other audit functions, including research, examination, ticket / email resolution and tax system maintenance for accounts flagged for potential fraud
- Makes adjustments to taxpayer accounts in the tax system and tax system data cleanup to, including those accounts flagged for potential fraud
Research & Analysis
Researches highly-complex issues and resolve taxpayer appeals timely, fairly, accurately and consistentlyExplains audit adjustments and conclusions to taxpayers and their representativesDiscusses audit adjustments and positions with taxpayers and / or representativesReviews work of other auditorsEducates taxpayers in tax law, rules and regulations and ensures taxpayer compliance through the audit process.Job Requirements :
Education & Experience
Any combination that meets the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA); typical ways KSAs are obtained may include but are not limited to : a relevant degree from an accredited college or university such as Bachelor's Degree (e.g., B.A.), training, coursework, and work experience relevant to the assignment.Minimum two (2) years' related experience as an Auditor, or equivalent experienceLicenses & Certifications
Valid, Arizona Driver's LicenseKnowledge / Understanding
Knowledge of individual income, corporate income, fiduciary and withholding tax policy and proceduresKnowledge of applicable federal and state tax laws, statutes, and codesKnowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)Knowledge of generally accepted auditing standards (GAAS)Skills
Strong communications skills, to include verbal, written, and active listeningStrong mathematical computation skills such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentage, and averagesStrong organization and time management skills with the ability to make measurable progress on multiple prioritiesStrong interpersonal skills and demeanorProficient in the use of a PC / laptop in a Windows environment; in the use of the Internet; and in the use of Google Suite applications such as Gmail, Sheets, Docs, and DriveStrong proficiency and skill in the use of Microsoft Excel and tax reporting / accounting systemsAbilities
Ability to clear a comprehensive background and clearance process that includes an Arizona tax compliance verification, and a criminal background check through the FBI via level one fingerprint clearance through the Arizona Department of Public SafetyAbility to work in a confidential manner, ensuring information is shared with internal and external individuals in an appropriate mannerAbility to interpret and apply federal and state tax laws to audit reviewsAbility to convey tax related terminology and information in layman's termsAbility to work with a high degree of autonomy and also participate collaboratively as part of a teamAbility to understand and solve problems by applying intermediate analytical skills to include collecting all the relevant information and data needed to address the problem; organizing, classifying and synthesizing the data into fundamental issues; from the information, identifying the most probable causes of the problem; reducing the information down into manageable components; identifying the logical outcomes from the analyses of the data collected; and, identifying the options and solutions for addressing the problems analyzed.Ability to travel up to 10% of the time to conduct field audit work and / or participate in hearingsWillingness and ability to embody ADOR's core values of Do the Right Thing, Commit to Excellence, and Care About One AnotherAdditional Job Demands
In the course of performing the essential duties one must be able to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and / or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.Ability to operate a state-owned and / or personal vehicleMay experience exposure to adverse environmental conditions during travelSelective Preference(s) :
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or closely related fieldExperience with Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma and / or LEANPre-Employment Requirements :
The final candidate will be required to abide by the the following pre-employment checks :
Employment Verification and Reference ChecksState and Federal Criminal Background Check, including fingerprintingArizona Tax Filing Records CheckIf applicable, ASEDRA Authorized Driver Identification CheckAll newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits :
The State of Arizona provides a world class comprehensive benefits package including :
Paid time off for holidays, sick days, annual leave, military leave, bereavement leave, and civic duty leavePaid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster / adopted child (pilot program).A robust and affordable insurance plan that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability options.Higher education discounts for State employees and tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per fiscal year, available to seek further career advancement or certification in Continuing Professional Education.Work-life balance and additional options for life betterment such as the Infant at Work Program, State Wellness Program, Public Transit Discounts, Alternate Work Schedules, and Telework opportunities.Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Retirement :
Top ranked Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) provides 100% employer matched contributions (enrollment eligibility will be effective after 27 weeks of State employment). ASRS provides a lifelong benefit based on years of service earned, or worked, and your ending salary. Learn more about ASRS at :
Contact Us :
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation Employer. If you have any questions, need assistance, or would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the ADOR Talent Team at talentgroup@azdor.gov.
Advertised : 03 Oct 2025 US Mountain Standard Time
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