Tax Analyst - Fairfield, United States - City of Fairfield, OH

Description

Salary: $50, $70,000.00 Annually

Location : Fairfield, OH

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number:

Department: Finance Department

Division: Income Tax Division

Opening Date: 04/16/2024

Description

Under the supervision of the Income Tax Administrator, the Tax Analyst is primarily responsible for assuring compliance with business withholding and individual tax accounts. The Tax Analyst assists with the operations of the Income Tax Division including auditing and processing of tax returns, maintenance of tax records, and providing excellent customer service.

** WILL START REVIEWING APPLICATIONS MAY 1ST **
Examples of Duties

• Investigate, identify, resolve and/or initiate collection proceedings of delinquent income tax accounts, both business and residential; assure proper level of customer service.
• Work with delinquent tax accounts to set up appropriate payment plans and schedules.
• Provide explanation of the City's tax code and policies.
• Prepare chronically delinquent accounts for referral to outside collection agencies and/or for legal action.
• Process tax returns to ensure compliance with all applicable provisions of the Fairfield Codified Ordinance and Ohio Revised Code.
• Represent and testify on behalf of the City in legal proceedings related to prosecution of delinquent taxpayer accounts.
• Audit tax returns and enforce compliance with filing requirements for residents and businesses.
• Process and evaluate billing and compliance reports, schedule and prepare subpoenas for the Tax Administrator's approval.
• Assist with the preparation of the monthly reports, tax refund listings, and other financial information for the Finance Department.
• Review payments for accuracy.
• Perform special tax projects and analysis as assigned.
• Participate in meetings, seminars, etc., as appropriate.
• All other duties, as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

Three years general knowledge of municipal (Ohio) and Federal tax rules and regulations; Associates Degree (or higher) in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field preferred; must possess the essential judgement to exercise broad discretion; knowledge of computers and proficiency with computer software, such as Outlook, Word and Excel; familiarity with Tax Authoritysoftware package preferred; strong organizational and analytical skills; excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills that demonstrate professionalism, patience and courtesy; valid driver's license required.
Supplemental Information

Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application on this website. Position open until filled. Resume review begins May 1st, 2024. EOE

The City of Fairfield provides full-time employees with a wide range of benefits including Health, Dental and Life/AD&D insurance as well as vacation, personal and sick time. All full-time employees participate in state retirement pension systemsOhio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) or Ohio Police and Fire Retirement Fund (OP&F)depending upon their job classification.