Location: Augusta,Maine,United States
Maine Revenue Services
Income/Estate Tax Division
Business Tax Unit
Tax Examiner I
Opening Date: December 19, 2024
Closing Date: January 7, 2025
Job Class Code: 0511
Grade: 18
Salary: $31.83 – $33.10*/Hourly (*25% recruitment and retention stipend)
Position Number: 016304016
JOB DESCRIPTION:
This position involves the examination and administration of various state taxes within Maine Revenue Services’ Income/Estate Tax Division, Business Tax Unit. Responsibilities primarily include reviewing tax returns for accuracy, communicating with taxpayers and tax professionals to answer inquiries and resolve tax matters, and keeping up-to-date with changes in federal and state tax law.
A successful applicant will have the ability to comprehend and apply federal and state tax law; possess excellent math skills and knowledge of basic accounting principles; have familiarity with modern software programs; and be a clear and effective communicator who possesses the ability to deal with taxpayers and their representatives in challenging situations. Tax Examiners must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
The Tax Examiner I is a trainee position which, upon successful completion and demonstration of certain specified competencies after 12 months, results in promotion to Tax Examiner II, and upon successful completion and demonstration of certain specified competencies after 12 months as a Tax Examiner II, results in promotion to Tax Examiner III.
TYPICAL DUTIES
Reviews tax returns, benefit program applications, and records for completeness and accuracy.
Interprets and applies federal and state tax laws for corporations, financial institutions, insurance companies, and other business entities.
Researches complex tax matters with supervisory support in order to make adjustments and assessments required by state tax laws.
Explains state tax laws, rules, and regulations to taxpayers and tax professionals, including Certified Public Accountants, and attorneys for their use in determining tax liabilities and filing requirements.
Supports taxpayers in resolving matters relating to electronic services offered on the Maine Tax Portal.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution -OR- four (4) years of equivalent post-secondary education, training, and/or professional level experience in accounting, tax collection, finance, or directly related computer science that demonstrates the ability to use independent judgment, initiative, and discretion to make decisions on complex matters.
Benefits of working for the State of Maine:
No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
- Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
- Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costsfor you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
- Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value).
- Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.29% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.
Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.
There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.
If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
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