[Hiring] Tax Auditor @State of Alaska

Role Description

Would You Like To Play A Leading Role In Protecting Our State's Financial Future?

The Department of Revenue, Tax Division is recruiting for a Tax Auditor 1/2/3 in Anchorage! Come join our team and help protect the revenue that keeps Alaska strong.

Please Note: This position is open to Alaska Residents only. Please visit this link to determine if you qualify.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Promotes compliance with Alaska's tax laws through audits, compliance projects, and maintenance of tax programs.
• Conducts audits in various tax programs, including but not limited to:
  • Commercial Passenger Vessel Excise Tax
  • Mining License Tax
  • Vehicle Rental Tax
  • Fisheries-Related Taxes
• Supports and collaborates with the Charitable Gaming and Excise Tax Group by aligning processes, sharing data, and assisting with joint projects and audits.
• Provides taxpayer education and conducts other activities that help taxpayers comply with Alaska's tax laws.

We have a strong preference for candidates who bring high-level analytical and problem-solving skills, demonstrate initiative, can independently research issues, prioritize effectively, and apply logic with confidence.

Qualifications

• Accountability
• Decision Making
• Professionalism

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications for Tax Auditor 1:
  • Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving
  • Oral and Written Communication
  • Principles of Accounting
  • Reading Comprehension
• Minimum Qualifications for Tax Auditor 2:
  • Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving
  • Auditing
  • Oral and Written Communication
  • Principles of Accounting
  • Research
• Minimum Qualifications for Tax Auditor 3:
  • Auditing
  • Compliance
  • Principles of Accounting
  • Tax Law
  • Technical Competence

Benefits

• Friendly, supportive work environment with excellent work-life balance.
• Flexible work schedules and possibly hybrid telework opportunities.
• Comfortable workspace with sit-stand desks.
• 37.5-hour workweek as part of the General Government Unit (GGU).
• Comprehensive benefits package including retirement options, medical coverage, and generous leave.

Company Description

The Department of Revenue's mission is to collect and invest funds for public purposes. Tax Division supports that mission by administering state tax programs, promoting compliance, and providing reliable revenue information.

Our team values professionalism, accuracy, collaboration, integrity, consistency, and clear communication, and we are committed to maintaining high standards that support effective service to taxpayers and the public.