Excise Tax Examiner , In-Training; ARDE; Non

Excise Tax Examiner 2 (In-Training)

This non-permanent position is expected to last 12-18 months. Are you a meticulous problem solver with a talent for organizing complex data, managing high-volume workflows, and communicating clearly across stakeholders? If you thrive in dynamic environments where your analytical precision, independent judgment, and collaborative spirit shine—this opportunity is designed for you. Within our Audit division's Account Research and Desk Examination (ARDE) unit, we are excited to announce an opportunity for an Excise Tax Examiner 2 (in-training).

The hiring manager may start screening applicants as early as July 28, 2026, and make a hiring decision at any time after. It will be to your advantage to submit materials as soon as possible. Revenue is a dynamic learning organization where you will experience a remarkable work-life balance, with amazing leadership and talented co-workers ready and focused to achieve the agency's goals.

We value diverse perspectives and life experiences. We employ and serve people of all backgrounds, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, and veterans. This unique culture of respect promotes a professional family of cohesive groups, maximizing potential through opportunity. We offer a generous benefits package that includes defined benefit retirement plans; health, dental and vision coverage, deferred compensation plans, and as a public service employee, you may also be eligible for student loan forgiveness.

As an Excise Tax Examiner 2 (ETE2) in the Audit division and a member of the Account Research and Desk Examination (ARDE) Unit, you will perform and resolve a full range of financial examinations. Your verification of business accounts, tax returns, audit reports and other activity records will be used to validate correct tax liability. You will also support the taxpayer or their representative regarding proper reporting and compliance with tax laws and policies.

Here are some other responsibilities:

• Work with unregistered businesses who voluntarily register to pay prior tax obligations.
• Assess the tax reporting responsibility of unregistered business leads.
• Perform pre-audit planning activities.
• Provide technical support to department staff.
• Monitor mission critical tax reporting systems to ensure account integrity and data accuracy.
• Continually monitor the department's tax accounting systems for weaknesses and effectiveness.
• Assist field audit personnel in research activities.

Depending on experience level, the successful candidate may be hired as an Excise Tax Examiner 2 In-training, or as an Excise Tax Examiner 2.

The required qualifications are key competencies that have been successfully demonstrated through experience or education. To join our team, you must possess the following knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies:

Demonstrated progressive experience performing examinations of business records, tax returns, and/or accounting systems to determine compliance with laws gained through prior work in accounting, tax administration, auditing, or financial analysis.

, demonstrated through experience identifying discrepancies and resolving issues in regulatory, tax, or compliance-focused environments.

using intermediate analytical methods, supported by experience identifying discrepancies, assessing reporting inaccuracies, and drawing logical, data driven conclusions.

to stakeholders, demonstrated through prior roles explaining reporting obligations or regulatory requirements in clear, understandable terms.

—including spreadsheets, databases, and electronic records systems—to conduct examinations, document findings, and maintain accurate information, gained through prior experience working with operational or analytical business systems in a regulatory, financial, or administrative environment.