Audit Gateway Program; Tax Representative

Audit Gateway Program (Tax Representative
3)

Join to apply for the Audit Gateway Program (Tax Representative
3) role at State of Wisconsin
. The Department of Revenue (DOR) offers a multi‑year training program to prepare students of accounting to become qualified as a Revenue Auditor 1 in the Division of Income, Sales & Excise Tax. We are seeking motivated individuals who have an associate degree in accounting, are enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting, and who wish to obtain on‑the‑job experience toward becoming a full‑time auditor upon graduation.

Individuals selected for this program will receive tuition assistance for up to three years toward the completion of their four‑year degree.

This program begins June 15, 2026. Bilingual Spanish/Hmong speakers are encouraged to apply.

• Substantial leave time including at least 3 ½ weeks of vacation/personal time to start, nine paid holidays, and accruable sick time that rolls over each year. Leave is pro‑rated for part‑time employees.
• Excellent and affordable insurance options for health, dental, vision, life, and more.
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax‑advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• Well Wisconsin Program offering wellness tools and rewards to employees and spouses.
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their household a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well‑being.

To learn more about the total value of the benefits available, please visit the State of Wisconsin Total Rewards Calculator.

Some employees may also be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking a talented and diverse workforce.

This trainee level auditor position is responsible for reviewing and preparing assessments or refunds based on federal CP2000s, federal audit reports, and computer‑selected files; and pursuing non‑filers based on predefined criteria. The position will also learn to audit individual income tax returns, credit claims, and state and local sales and use tax returns. Work is performed under close supervision.

• Examine tax returns for proper application of the Internal Revenue Code and Wisconsin tax laws.
• Request and review additional information from taxpayers to verify return information.
• Prepare assessments and refunds.
• Handle appeals and taxpayer contacts.
• Perform special assignments.

• Familiarize with Wisconsin tax laws and administrative rules.
• Apply audit techniques and procedures.
• Use customer service techniques.

Minimally qualified applicants will have experience:

• Associate degree in accounting, with acceptance to an accredited college or university bachelor’s degree accounting program (proof of degree required before start date).
• Skills using Microsoft Office Suite Products (e.g., Excel, Word, Outlook) or equivalent.
• Experience conducting research.
• Experience working effectively on a team.

Well qualified applicants will additionally have experience:

• Providing customer service (in person, written, phone, etc.).
• With Wisconsin individual income tax laws.

The position will be full time (40 hrs / week) during the summer to complete training, during school breaks and in between semesters while not in school, and full‑ to‑part time (minimum of 24 hrs / week) during the school year while courses are being completed. Up to six hours a week may be used to complete coursework.

Final candidates will be subject to criminal background, fingerprint, and tax compliance checks.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (citizen, national, lawful permanent resident, or alien authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship). The Department of Revenue does not sponsor work or student visas and is not an eligible OPT employer for those with F1 visas. DOR participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with Form…