Tax Examiner - Petersburg, United States - State of Virginia

Description

Title:
Tax Examiner


State Role Title:
Administrative and Office Specialist III / 19013

Hiring Range:
$38,202 - $42,000 annually

Pay Band: 3


Agency:
Virginia Employment Commission


Location:

VEC CENTRAL OFFICE

Agency Website:

Recruitment Type:
General Public - G

Job Duties

Ensures compliance with UI tax laws and requirements, reconciliation of the UI Clearing account, and proper posting of transactions and adjustments.

Receives batch reports noting discrepancies (closed or delinquent accounts/incomplete information/reporting errors) on employers' accounts and payroll tax information.

Audits reports; reviews data on file, conducts research and contacts various parties to obtain necessary information and/or advise of necessary change; determines corrective action, documents necessary adjustments to reconcile batch with revenue and report count, submits request to update VUIS, and reconciles keyed entry; ensures monies deposited to the UI Clearing account have been properly posted to the employer account; and forwards source materials to be microfilmed.

Reviews requests for changes to employer files; determines solution; and prepares appropriate adjustments to implement change

Submits requests to produce quarterly delinquent and semi-annual credit notifications; reviews subsequent employer responses; researches accuracy of tax accounts regarding proper allocation of credit and/or penalty and interest; determines appropriate action; and follows protocol to ensure cases are handled appropriately.

Handles large volume of written and telephonic inquiries from employers, employer representatives and field staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and practices; the Unemployment Compensation Act; and related payroll tax reporting requirements.

Strong auditing, organizational, customer service, analytical, problem solving, and computer (word processing, data entry and spreadsheets) skills. Ability to operate a calculator and personal computer.

Ability to collect and analyze data; review and reconcile information; identify and request proper posting entry to resolve issues; use automated systems to review and report information.

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; work effectively with the public and agency staff; present facts in a concise, organized format; meet tight deadlines; and work independently and also as a team member.

Additional Considerations

Experience working in tax, accounting, finance, or payroll.

Experience working with accounting software programs (QuickBooks).

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Diversity and inclusivity are at the heart of what we do in Virginia, and the VEC is committed to upholding these values in our employment opportunities across the Commonwealth to people from all backgrounds, including all races, ethnicities, genders, and abilities.

The Virginia Employment Commission Is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program, and a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

The selected candidate must successfully pass a comprehensive background check including an FBI fingerprint background investigation.

Applications for this position must be submitted electronically through this website. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and résumés will not be accepted.

Applications are not accepted after the recruitment closing date.

Please carefully review the details of this recruitment including the location of the position and the posted salary before applying.

VEC does not provide relocation assistance, and no salary will be offered outside of the posted salary range / flat rate.

Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application (and/or resume).

You must ensure your application/resume includes the scope of your experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as it relates to the position you are applying for.

Information not stated will not be assumed.

This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration.

For the status of your application and this position, please refer to your Jobs.
Virginia.
Gov account. We do not provide application status updates via email or telephone.

Auxiliary Aids and Services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Applicants needing accommodations should contact the Human Resource office for additional information.

The VEC does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work in the US.

NOTICE:

VEC will record information from each new employee's Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

Contact Information


Name:
Human Resources / Recruitment


Phone:
For the most up-to-date status of your application, please refer to your Jobs.
Virginia.
Gov account. We do not provide application status updates via phone.

Email:
for recruitment related questions. Emailed applications, resumes, or cover letters will not be accepted. For the most up-to-date status of your application, please refer to your Jobs.
Virginia.
Gov account.

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process.

To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI).

Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter.

Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at

Note:

Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.