Revenue Auditor 3 (Multiple Books and Records Auditors)

Deadline: All application materials must be received by 11:59 PM (CT) on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.

Contact: Evan Holzhueter, HR Specialist, evan.holzhueter@wisconsin.gov or 608-265-3174

The Department of Revenue is seeking two Revenue Auditor 3 positions in the Audit Bureau within the Income, Sales, and Excise Tax Division.

Revenue Auditor 3 – Corporation Section

Responsible for full-scope audits of Wisconsin corporation franchise/income taxes. The position will be headquartered in our Madison office.

Revenue Auditor 3 – Sales/Use Tax Section

Responsible for full-scope audits of Wisconsin sales/use taxes. The position will be headquartered in our Milwaukee office.

The anticipated start date for these positions is June 15, 2026.

Join the Department of Revenue (DOR)! We are a highly engaged organization, committed to the success of our employees who are equally committed to the department's success. In addition to the employment benefits listed below, DOR offers a mentorship program, training for future leaders, and our Take 4 program which encourages four hours of training per month.

The state of Wisconsin offers an exemplary benefits package, this includes generous paid time off so you can truly have a work/life balance! Our competitive benefits package offers:

• Substantial leave time including at least 3 1/2 weeks of vacation/personal time to start, nine paid holidays, and ample accruable sick time that rolls over each year.
• 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.

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

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This list of eligible candidates established from this announcement may be used to fill future similar vacancies (permanent, project or Limited Term) in the next six months within DOR.

These are objective level positions responsible for auditing multi-state corporations for income and franchise or sales/use taxes. Conduct audits that involve complex issues and work with taxpayers to resolve complex or disputed audit issues. You will spend most of your time performing the following responsibilities:

• Examine the books and records of corporations to determine the correct tax liability.
• Prepare electronic workpapers and reports setting forth adjustments to reflect the required correct tax liability.

To see the full list of duties view the position descriptions below:

Sales & Use Tax Section | Corporation Section

The starting pay rate for these positions is between $35.00 - $43.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Employees who have an active license as a certified public accountant in Wisconsin, or another state may be eligible for an additional add-on of $1 per hour.

The classification of these position is Revenue Auditor 3, which is in Pay Schedule 07, Pay Range 03. Pay will be set in accordance with the State of Wisconsin Compensation Plan in effect at the time of hire. Starting pay for current state employees may vary based on applicable provisions in the Compensation Plan.

Background Checks: Due to the nature of this position, final candidates will be subject to criminal background, fingerprint, and tax compliance checks.

I-9 Requirements: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship) at the time of appointment. 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 I-9 information for all new employees to confirm authorization to work in the U.S.

Probationary Period: A 24-month probationary period will be required.

Remote Work/Telework: This position is eligible for remote work/telework up to 60%. After completion of probation, telework may gradually increase up to 60% based on employee performance and work unit needs. Remote work is intended to be performed primarily in the State of Wisconsin and is subject to change based on business needs.

Travel: These positions require occasional travel with some overnight stays. A valid driver’s license and ability to use a personal vehicle for travel is required. Reimbursement of travel expenses is available per travel guidelines.

Please address the following in your letter of qualifications and resume:

Minimally qualified applicants will have all the following:

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in accounting or taxation from an accredited institution or a combination of academic preparation and professional auditing experience (e.g., professional experience auditing accounting records and/or procedures, using generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and generally accepted auditing standards (GAAS); and
  • View these materials for more information regarding the above qualification.
• Experience auditing Wisconsin corporation franchise/income or Wisconsin sales/use tax returns; and
• Experience researching complex tax issues.

Preferred qualifications that will be assessed later in the selection process are:

• Training or presenting tax or other technical topics to individuals or groups in a professional or academic setting.

To be considered for this position, you must complete the online application. Click "Apply for Job" to start the application process. For instructions, refer to the following link: Applying to State Service.

You must attach a current resume and a letter of qualifications in a Microsoft Word or PDF compatible format. Make certain these documents clearly illustrate your experience, including detailed examples, with each of the qualifications listed in the “Qualifications” section of this announcement. These documents will be used to assess whether your qualifications meet the qualifications required of the job. For instructions on developing your application and what should be included in these materials, click here. Make certain your resume and letter are how you want them to be before you finalize the application as you are not able to update or change your application materials once you click “Submit”.

Submitted materials will be evaluated by a job expert and the most qualified applicants will be invited to the next step of the selection process. If you are invited to interview, you will be contacted via email. Make certain your contact information is correct and check your email regularly.

Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for transfer, voluntary demotion, or reinstatement should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.

The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.

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Questions can be directed to Evan Holzhueter, HR Specialist at evan.holzhueter@wisconsin.gov or phone at 608-265-3174.

All application materials must be received by 11:59 PM (CT) on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.