Revenue Auditor

The Revenue Auditor I performs audits to ensure that billing and revenues related to business licenses, occupational taxes, and excise taxes are accurately computed, reported, and paid in compliance with City ordinances and applicable laws. This is a professional-level role responsible for carrying out audit assignments with limited guidance and review. Work is performed under general supervision and requires the ability to apply accounting and auditing knowledge to ensure accurate reporting and compliance.

The Revenue Auditor I performs audits to ensure that billing and revenues related to business licenses, occupational taxes, and excise taxes are accurately computed, reported, and paid in compliance with City ordinances and applicable laws. This is a professional-level role responsible for carrying out audit assignments with limited guidance and review. Work is performed under general supervision and requires the ability to apply accounting and auditing knowledge to ensure accurate reporting and compliance.

These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.

• Conduct internal, system, and field audits focused on business license, occupational, and excise tax revenues.
• Review and validate tax returns, financial statements, and supporting documentation to verify reported revenues.
• Perform audits related to excise taxes to ensure compliance with City ordinances.
• Review and validate compliance with City contracts, including those involving businesses utilizing City rights-of-way.
• Prepare detailed written audit reports summarizing findings, recommendations, and compliance outcomes.
• Reconcile and analyze customer accounts, including amendments, multi-year audits, and final closeouts.
• Test and evaluate financial records, documentation, and information system integrity for accuracy.
• Identify discrepancies, exceptions, and areas of potential noncompliance and report findings appropriately.
• Develop audit plans, define scope, and perform audit procedures in accordance with established internal controls.
• Assist fellow auditors by sharing knowledge and providing support during complex engagements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including management and city attorneys, to resolve audit issues.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local legal requirements.
• Support the enhancement of internal control systems by recommending policy and procedure improvements.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge through training and industry updates.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully, it is not an exhaustive list.

• Knowledge of auditing principles, accounting standards, corporate taxes, and municipal revenue processes.
• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Working knowledge of City and State tax codes, ordinances, and compliance practices.
• Proficiency with ITS (Gentax) or similar tax compliance and auditing systems.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify discrepancies, trends, and exceptions in financial data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Strong oral and written communication skills to prepare reports and present findings.
• Ability to manage multiple audits simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to team-based audit projects.
• High level of integrity with the ability to handle sensitive or confidential taxpayer information.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field OR an equivalent combination of education, skills, experience, and training.
• Minimum of four (4) years of professional experience in accounting,…