The Tax Auditor I is a non-exempt position under the direction of the Tax Audit Manager. The Tax Auditor I performs professional level examinations of various business and governmental records of both local and remote businesses; prepares detailed documentation of audit findings, assessments, and results; and assures compliance with the City's Sales/Use Tax and license ordinances. Work requires considerable tact in dealing with the public and involves interpreting Municipal Code, State statute and regulations, and court cases relating to the administration and enforcement of tax or license provisions. Provides customer service to internal and external customers via email, phone and in-person.. Responds to questions and complaints from the general public and other City departments.

This job description is an overview and is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the functions and tasks required of the position.

Responsible for scheduling and performing audits in an efficient manner to include development of comprehensive work papers reflecting details of audit and assessment of outlying final liability and findings
Creates comprehensive work papers using Excel to include tables, formulas (i.e., average, interest calculation, tax calculations)
Performs audits of a wide variety of businesses to assure compliance with Sales/Use Tax ordinances
Applies general accounting principles such as depreciation, expenses, accrual and associated reports
Explains Sales/Use Tax and license ordinance requirements to taxpayers
Responsible for collections involving Sales/Use Taxes and license fees
Determines business license requirements in accordance with the City's license ordinances
Performs internal audits of City departments and procedures
Appears and testifies on behalf of the City at Sales/Use Tax hearings and court proceedings
Performs related accounting technical work
Other duties as assigned

IMPORTANT FUNCTIONS:

May perform the duties of similar classifications of an equal or lower pay grade
May assist walk in taxpayers that have complex tax questions
Examines premises for licenses due

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This is the entry-level classification in the Tax Auditor series. The Tax Auditor I is differentiated from the Tax Auditor II classification by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within the series. Employees at this level perform a full range of duties. The work of the Auditor I is observed and reviewed during both its performance and upon completion. The incumbent may have limited related work experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical standards an employee must meet in order to perform the essential job duties with or without a reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to:

Must have ability to lift and move files and supplies weighing up to 30 pounds, with or without accommodation. Work is sedentary and done in a seated position, but requires frequent moving about, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching or stooping to perform filing. Position requires the ability to input large amounts of data using repetitive motion on a frequent and prolonged basis. The incumbent must be able to hear all communication from customers and employees by telephone or in person, and use vision to work with written documents, forms, and to respond to employees and customers.This position requires:

Working knowledge of general accounting principles and practices
Knowledge of the principles and practices of auditing
Ability to explain ordinance or regulation provisions to other City personnel and the general public
Knowledge of and ability to perform mathematical calculations, which include arithmetic, division, multiplication, statistics, and percentages
Knowledge of calculations to include sales tax liability, determine tax base, determine tax rate charged on a purchase
Skill and ability to deal diplomatically with the public in adverse situations
Must be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality and integrity
Knowledge of proper business English usage, spelling, punctuation, and grammar
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Superior analytical, investigational, and organizational abilities
Knowledge of and ability to use modern office equipment to include computers, printers, photocopy machines, scanners, multi-line telephone system, fax machine, calculator, and other specialized office equipment
Knowledge of current word processing, presentation, communication, and research applications such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, internet browsers, and other various software programs
Knowledge of MS Excel and ability to compile data in a spreadsheet, link data from sheet to sheet within a workbook, copy/paste data, develop formulas to include summation, average, percentages etc.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle, distinguish directions, and ability to follow all City and State traffic laws
Ability to work successfully with and provide good customer service to supervisors, other City employees, the public and other agencies, and organizations
Ability to perform all the job duties in a safe manner

In addition to the knowledge, skills, and abilities, this position requires the following:
Education/Experience

An associate degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, or business and at least two (2) years of accounting or auditing experience

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, or business

License(s)

A valid driver’s license at the time of application, and a valid Colorado driver’s license within 30 days of employment
- License restrictions that may hinder your ability to drive on City business, such as an interlock, will be cause for disqualification
- During the course of employment, a valid license must be maintained, and the employee must notify the City immediately upon changes to the status of their license

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

The duties in this classification are primarily performed indoors, in a comfortable office environment. The incumbent must demonstrate the ability to meet the physical demands of the job including the ability to retrieve information from various locations in the office when needed. The individual will be frequently exposed to periods of demanding activity and high mental stress. Incumbents must be willing to work additional hours or overtime including some evenings and weekends, if required. This position may require out-of-city or state work for extended periods of time. The incumbent will be required to drive to training events and/or meetings with taxpayers. Adverse contacts with the public often occur. The position requires a great deal of interpersonal communication with City employees, the public, and outside agencies.

All required licenses and certifications must be maintained throughout the term of employment. Failure to obtain or maintain licenses and certifications may result in demotion or termination.

Due to Federal and State Criminal Justice System access requirements, classifications that access and maintain criminal justice information may also be required, as a condition of employment, to not have been convicted of and/or have pending charges of a felony or misdemeanor crime that would deny or otherwise restrict access to criminal justice information. This requirement applies to all existing City employees as well as external candidates seeking to fill positions that meet the given criteria.

BENEFITS:

The City of Pueblo offers a very rich benefits packet! Click on the “Benefits” hyperlink at the top of this (online) job posting to view a summary of the benefits associated with this position. For a more comprehensive view on the lush benefits offered by the City, please go to www.pueblo.us/benefits.

CIVIL SERVICE EXAM: October 15, 2024

Please note that the Civil Service Commission may use a Training & Experience (T&E) evaluation of your application to establish an eligibility list for this classification.

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