Motor Fuels Tax Auditor I - Asheville

Agency Dept of Revenue Division Examination Job Classification Title Revenue Tax Auditor I (NS) Position Number 60083156 Grade NC13 About Us The North Carolina Department of Revenue is committed to excellence in tax administration, ensuring secure and efficient collection of revenue to fund vital public services. We are an employer of choice offering excellent benefits, competitive pay, professional development, and career advancement. Our dedicated team provides accurate information, achieves high compliance, and delivers innovative services with integrity and fairness. DOR is an equal opportunity employer hiring qualified candidates regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, or political affiliation. Description of Work ***PLEASE NOTE: THIS WILL CLOSE AT 11:59 P.M. THE DAY PRIOR TO THE END DATE LISTED ON THIS JOB POSTING*** This is a readvertisement of position 60083156. Previous applicants, if still interested, will need to reapply to be considered. This position has been established as hybrid teleworking. The North Carolina Department of Revenue is currently seeking a Revenue Tax Auditor I to work out of the Asheville Service Center in the Motor Fuels Section of the Examination Division. The Motor Fuels Section administers and enforces motor fuels tax laws, motor carrier laws, as well as some motor vehicle laws. The Motor Fuels Tax Auditor I examines motor fuels tax returns and records to ensure taxpayer compliance with the Revenue laws of North Carolina, as well as conducts audits for International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) and International Registration Plan (IRP) purposes. It is the responsibility of this position to perform accurate and complete audits of financial books and records of motor fuel suppliers, distributors, and service stations registered with the Excise Tax Division to determine tax compliance with multiple tax schedules. Audits performed will involve the interpretation and application of tax laws to ensure compliance with revenue laws and motor vehicle laws by employing professional auditing and accounting principles and practices in the examination of the taxpayers' records and tax reports. The Tax Auditor I maintains an audit plan, which includes simultaneously selecting audit candidates, scheduling taxpayer interviews, reviewing provided records, and preparing and submitting audit reports for timely review. Audits may be conducted at the taxpayer's place of business; therefore, some overnight and out-of-state travel may be required. A vehicle and a valid driver's license are required due to the travel requirements for this position. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: • Document and maintain audit status and communications within agency databases and systems, documentation logs, and audit templates • Obtain all necessary factual documentation to support audit findings • Plan work in an efficient manner ensuring deadlines are met • Prepare concise work papers and reports that clearly explain the findings resulting from completed examinations • Reconstruct and develop accounting methods that properly reflect fuel transactions in cases where either no records or inadequate records or accounting data is available • Develop MS Excel spreadsheets and MS Word documents • Perform accurate and complete audits of financial books and records of motor fuel suppliers, distributors, service stations and trucking companies registered with the Excise Tax Division (International Fuel Tax Agreement) and the Division of Motor Vehicles (International Registration Plan) to determine tax compliance with multiple tax schedules • Perform audits that will involve the interpretation and application of tax laws to ensure compliance with revenue laws and motor vehicle laws by employing professional auditing and accounting principles and practices in the examination of the taxpayers' records and tax reports • Confer with individuals, company officials and their representatives Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Basic knowledge of the Internal Revenue Code and Income Tax Basic knowledge of auditing and accounting principles and practices Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word Basic knowledge of the Internal Revenue Code and Income Tax Recruitment Range: $50,088 - $87,654 Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification. The knowledge, skills, and abilities listed in the vacancy announcement should be used as management preferences and be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: The state of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Some highlights include: The best funded pension plan/retirement system in the nation according to Moody’s Investor’s Service  Twelve paid holidays per year  Fourteen vacation days per year which increase as length of service increases and accumulates year-to-year  Twelve sick days/year which are cumulative indefinitely Paid Parental Leave  Personal Observance Leave and Community Service Leave   Longevity pays lump sum payout yearly based on length of service  401K, 457, and 403(b) plans Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program The North Carolina Department of Revenue is committed to excellence in tax administration, ensuring secure and efficient collection of revenue to fund vital public services. We are an employer of choice offering excellent benefits, competitive pay, professional development, and career advancement. Our dedicated team provides accurate information, achieves high compliance, and delivers innovative services with integrity and fairness. DOR is an equal opportunity employer hiring qualified candidates regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, or political affiliation. This position is subject to federal and state criminal background checks that may include fingerprinting and verification of tax compliance. "Tax compliance" is defined as having filed and paid all North Carolina State taxes owed each year leading up to the current calendar year or currently in a non-delinquent payment status with the State of North Carolina on taxes that are currently owed to the state.  To be considered within the most qualified pool of applicants and receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must document all related education and experience on the State of North Carolina application in the appropriate sections of the application form. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. Applicants eligible for veteran's preference should attach a copy of form DD-214. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at 919-814-1200 or  HumanResources@ncdor.gov. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the interview process, please call the agency ADA Administrator at 984-275-5832. Minimum Education and Experience Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Accounting or related field with at least twelve semester hours of accounting from an appropriately accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Related fields considered are as follows: Administrative Science, Business Law, Business Management, Business Operations, Finance, Financial Management, Public Administration, Public Sector & Government Administration Management, Tax, Tax Law and Trust & Wealth Management. A transcript (either official or unofficial) must accompany the application to verify completion of the required twelve accounting hours. Applications received without an attached transcript will be considered incomplete, unless you are a current DOR Tax Auditor. EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Recruiter: LeAnn Katherine Biscoglio Recruiter Email: LEANN.BISCOGLIO@NCDOR.GOV North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today! State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions Valuing Education and Experience The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide. All job postings close at 11:59pm the night before the End Date on the posting. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. If you are already a state employee, please search for jobs by clicking here.

Salary : $50,088 - $87,654