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Our agency workforce is as diverse as the people of Texas we serve. We value our employees and take very seriously our collective commitment to public service. Personal development opportunities are strongly encouraged through available workshops, teambuilding exercises, and on the job training. We offer flexible scheduling that helps employees maintain a healthy work-life balance.

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General description

The Direct and Indirect Tax Sections of the Tax Policy Division are looking for candidates for various Tax Analyst positions. We seek enthusiastic professionals with strong analytical and communication skills and a background in researching and interpreting federal, state and/or local statutes, proposed legislation, and administrative regulations. We seek candidates who are experienced in legal analysis and are comfortable drafting and editing many types of legal documents and business correspondence. Experience with federal and/or state tax laws is preferred but not required as the agency provides many opportunities for on-the-job training in state tax law.

As a Tax Analyst, you will help fulfill our mission to research and interpret tax laws to provide accurate, consistent and timely information to taxpayers, CPAs, state officials, Texas citizens and agency personnel. You will navigate challenging tax policy determinations and legislative and legal interpretation issues, while gaining valuable experience in researching and drafting memos, taxability guidance, publications, training materials, and administrative regulations.

You will quickly and effectively research and explain complex issues, while learning new concepts and applying knowledge appropriately. Teamwork is a high priority, and the ability to work with others to achieve a common goal is essential.

Responsibilities include providing superb customer service to taxpayers, effectively conveying information, and encouraging an exchange of ideas. The role requires a balance of legal knowledge of tax law, researching legislation and other sources, and skillfully identifying, defining and solving problems. The ideal candidate is flexible and able to adjust to changing workplace demands, while meeting the needs and expectations of internal and external customers.

This position may be eligible for a flexible/hybrid work schedule if certain conditions are met; working arrangements may change at any time as business necessitates.

Salary

Tax Analyst II:

$6500.00 - $7200.00

Tax Analyst III:

$7200.00 - $8000.00

EDUCATION (at all position levels):

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, public administration or a related field.

PREFERRED EDUCATION:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Law Degree (J.D.); or a bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in accounting with a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.

SUBSTITUTION OF EXPERIENCE FOR EDUCATION:

Four years of qualifying experience may substitute for the Education Requirement.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

Tax Analyst II:

• One year as a Tax Analyst I; or
• Two years as a Tax Accountant with a CPA certification; or
• One year as a practicing attorney; or
• Two years in a position with similar duties that required the candidate to draft documents for public dissemination. Similar duties include reviewing legislative proposals, drafting or amending administrative rules, and/or drafting complex tax law question inquiries to states or the federal government.

Tax Analyst III:

• One year as a Tax Analyst II; or
• Three years as a Tax Accountant with CPA certification with experience in Texas state taxes; or
• Two years as a practicing tax attorney; or
• Three years in a position with similar duties that required the candidate to draft documents for public dissemination. Similar duties include reviewing legislative proposals, drafting or amending administrative rules, and drafting complex tax law question inquiries to states or the federal government.

In this role you will:

Interpret tax statutes, rules, and policies regarding state tax for taxpayers, tax professionals, state officials, and agency personnel. Provide assistance to internal and external customers. Interprets requests for information; conducts research; consults with other section or agency personnel; drafts written responses to intermediate inquiries in assigned tax. Responds to phone calls.

Draft intermediate administrative rules and rule amendments to reflect changes in legislation, hearings decisions, court cases, or agency policy in assigned tax.

Develop, review and evaluate division’s tax related web content.

Develop and present intermediate classes to internal and external customers, review, and evaluate training presentation; develop course outlines, training aids, and class materials. Conduct intermediate to advance tax courses.

Veterans:

To receive veteran's preference a copy of your DD214 (Member 4) is required.

Veterans, Reservist or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties that fall within the essential duties of the job position or other related fields pertaining to the minimum experience requirements may meet the minimum qualifications. All active duty, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if they meet the qualifications for this position. Please call Human Resources, CPA Veterans Liaison at 512-475-3560/800-531-5441 for more information or assistance.

If selected for the position the following must be provided for proof of veterans’ preference:

• Veteran must provide form DD 214

• Surviving Spouse or Orphan must provide DD 1300 or DD 214.

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes that may correspond to the state classification title for this position are listed on the State Auditor’s Office Job Descriptions; click on the occupational category for the position. Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor’s Office Military Crosswalk Guide. The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information

Go to: http://www.texasskillstowork.com, http://www.onetonline.org, https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/ or www.careeronestop.org for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements and skill sets.

Applications submitted through Work In Texas:

Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.

The Comptroller’s Office is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity.