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Hiring Range: Commensurate with Experience

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Pay Band: 4

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Agency: Department of Taxation

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Location: Main Street Center

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Agency Website: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-us

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Recruitment Type: General Public - G

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Virginia Tax’s Office of Compliance is searching for individuals who are interested in a career in public service as a Tax Examiner. This position is responsible for ensuring tax compliance with the laws of Virginia by examining state individual income tax returns. The role requires reviewing both state and federal tax information to determine potential tax liabilities and explaining the results to taxpayers.

Candidates must understand individual income tax laws, filing requirements, and possess strong communication, computer, and prioritization skills. Experience in accounting or prior professional tax preparation is helpful.

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• Analyze Virginia state individual income tax returns for accuracy and compliance with state tax laws
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• Determine taxpayer liability through various audit programs based on federal and state tax information
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• Communicate with taxpayers, review tax liabilities, and educate taxpayers on filing procedures and regulations
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• Prepare and submit all reports completely, accurately, and timely
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• Manage caseload to ensure customer service levels are high
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• Perform other duties as assigned
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After training, the position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule: two telework days per week at home and three days in the office based on internet availability and speed. The position is located in our Central Office in downtown Richmond, Virginia. Working hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 5:15 pm. The anticipated hiring salary is up to $50,000, commensurate with experience.

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• Job stability and quality of life! Enjoy work/life balance with flexible schedule options and up to two days of telework per week.
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• 12 paid state holidays on top of vacation, sick, volunteer, and personal leave.
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• Comprehensive and affordable health benefits.
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• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program if you have student loans.
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• Participation in the Virginia Retirement System, VA 457 Deferred Compensation, and more.
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• General knowledge of federal and Virginia tax laws and forms with a concentration in individual income tax.
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• Ability to work independently and in a team environment to complete assigned tasks.
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• Ability to communicate effectively, in a concise and clear style.
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• Ability to prioritize duties and handle multiple tasks while maintaining customer focus in a fast‑paced environment.
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• Experience using a Windows‑based computer and Microsoft Office Suite.
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• Working knowledge of accounting and audit terminology, techniques, and formal theory of accounting.
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• Experience preparing individual income tax returns for a professional tax preparation organization.
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• Experience handling large call volumes while maintaining high customer service levels.
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You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

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All Virginia Tax employees must be current with filing their tax returns ensuring they were filed in compliance with established laws, rules and regulations.

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Selected candidate(s) will be required to consent to and successfully pass a background investigation which includes fingerprint‑based criminal history, tax compliance, and DMV driving record (if applicable) checks.

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The selected candidate will be prohibited from performing tax or accounting services for compensation during or outside business hours.

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