Tax Examiner Iii

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

In-Band Advancement Available:
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109 Pleasant Street

Concord, NH 03301

Position #14468

$19.96/hour - $26.41/hour

• See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.

Examine taxpayer returns and information for preparation of processing using standard specialized equipment; process returns/documents and remittance according to established procedures to ensure correct processing and posting of tax documents and payments.

Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

Associate's degree and 1 year of experience OR equivalent combination of 3 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in accounting, auditing, business, economics, finance, computer information systems or related field.

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Trainee Option:
Candidates with an equivalent combination of 2+ years of relevant education and experience after completion of high school may be considered and hired in ‘trainee status’ for this position.

Knowledge of state and federal tax forms. Knowledge of auditing and examining forms and documents. Knowledge of accounting principles and methods. Ability to establish and maintain necessary records of tax returns and other tax forms. Ability to perform accurate mathematical computations. Ability to enter data and information into computerized systems. Ability to apply department rules and regulations to individual situations. Ability to comprehend and follow written or verbal instructions.

Ability to convince others using factual data and information. Ability to use judgment and tact in dealing with taxpayers, employers, accounting/payroll representatives, and fellow workers. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with taxpayers, employers, accounting/payroll representatives and fellow employees.

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In-Band Advancement Available:
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Criteria:
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Broad Group Level Advancement Available:
Yes No

Criteria:
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The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.

When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

• Investigate issues on tax returns that reflect an improper interpretation of the New Hampshire statute by obtaining specific explanations of transactions from the taxpayer in order to determine the correct characterization of income or expense.
• Review taxpayer’s records for discrepancies taken on tax documents. Make corrections to tax returns/documents as required, and determine if further action is necessary. Initiate Notice of Credit Adjustments and tax notices, which include system generated calculation of interest and penalties for late payment of tax and/or filing of returns, for supervisor approval.
• Review audit settlement agreements, “Report of Change”, and complete audit adjustments to reconcile taxpayer accounts in Revenue systems. Review and prepare for approval, taxpayer requests for Withdraw, Dissolution, and Good Standing Certificates.
• Answer taxpayer inquiries in person and by telephone, either in the call center or on a rotating schedule, in order to provide instructions on forms and procedures; request supporting documentation…