Tax Auditor​/Collector II

Rate of Pay at Each Step

Step 1 $ 20.79

Step 2 $ 22.09

Step 3 $ 23.39

Step 4 $ 24.69

Step 5 $ 25.99

Guaranteed to start at Step 3 pay of $23.39

Employment with the City of Canton comes with a full array of benefits. We offer comprehensive health insurance, paid vacations, paid holidays, a retirement plan, sick time, and personal holidays.

Applicants must apply at . Applicants MUST submit a valid photo  college transcripts (unofficial transcripts will be accepted) along with their application.

This is an open examination. To be eligible for the position under this examination, all applicants must be U.S. citizens or have a permanent resident card. Applicants must be a High School graduate or possess a G.E.D. and be at least 18 years of age.

This is a responsible and professional position in the City of Canton Income Tax Division, working with extremely sensitive and confidential tax documents and data. The position involves extensive contact with tax professionals and the general public, and periodic contact with other departments in the City. Duties include, but are not limited to, assisting all taxpayers by answering tax questions, preparing City tax forms, arranging for the payment of tax, and conducting audits.

The employee will be assigned a specific group of accounts, and will be directly responsible for audit and collections functions of all accounts assigned. Other related tasks may be required by the Income Tax Director and/or City Treasurer.

Graduated from an accredited college or university with a major or concentration in Accounting/Finance area. Associates degree required. While it is preferred, previous experience and training in tax preparation and auditing is not necessarily required.

Must be extremely trustworthy. Must be reliable, responsible, organized, and thorough. Must have excellent interpersonal skills. Must establish and maintain effective working relationships with both public and private sector tax professionals. Must display good judgment and professional integrity. Must function efficiently under pressure and highly stressful situations. Must follow complex oral and written instructions. Mathematical aptitude and accuracy required. Needs basic knowledge of accounting principles and bookkeeping procedures.

Must understand and apply Municipal Tax Code. Must understand and apply and be thoroughly familiar with Internal Revenue Code and Ohio Revised Code provisions related to municipal tax regulations and procedures.

Interacting with the public on a continual basis, the Tax Auditor/Collector II must maintain the professionalism and integrity of the Income Tax Division and the City of Canton. The position is specifically charged with tax assessment, collections, and audit of assigned personal accounts. The Tax Auditor/ Collector II ensures taxpayer compliance and accuracy in reporting, pursuant to the provisions of the Municipal Tax Code, Ohio Revised Code, and the Internal Revenue Code.

The employee receives and processes payments and backs up Auditors II, receptionists, cashiers, and bookkeepers, when necessary.

• Provides answers on the phone, in person, and in writing, for taxpayer inquiries regarding the municipal tax code, filings, balances, refunds, estimates, with holdings, delinquencies, and audits.
• Answers questions and assists taxpayers with eFile and ePay electronic transactions. Assists taxpayers in preparing city tax returns reporting taxable income, and estimated tax. Verifies and updates account information using computer software. Sets up new accounts. Receives and processes payments and lock box remittances. Forwards documents and payments to Cashier’s Office for receipting and balancing with bank and bookkeeping. Establishes contractual terms of payment, if taxpayer is deemed unable to pay tax obligation in full.
• Pre-audits tax returns. Ensures that all source documentation is attached to returns: W-2, 1099, Schedule C, Schedule E, 1065K-1, etc. Sends written requests for source materials and schedules as needed. Checks…