What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Compliance Analyst position at Town of Gilbert?
The Data Compliance Analyst combines strong analytical capabilities with a solid understanding of tax administration and auditing. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and experienced with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Excel, and Adobe to generate insights and communicate findings effectively. This role requires excellent research and communication skills to engage with taxpayers and present data to internal and external stakeholders. In addition to analyzing complex datasets and supporting strategic compliance initiatives, the analyst will conduct audits in coordination with the Arizona Department of Revenue and help ensure accurate tax reporting by filing the Town’s transaction privilege tax return. Candidates should be comfortable managing projects, working collaboratively, handling confrontational situations professionally, and be passionate about leveraging technology to improve public services.
The Data Compliance Analyst. reports to the Tax Compliance Manager. The primary job duties of this position include:
- Performs comprehensive descriptive, diagnostic, and predictive analysis.
- Supports the Tax Compliance Division and the Town with collection reporting and analytics.
- Assists the Business Compliance Project Manager with special projects, tracking, reports, and analysis.
- Assists the Tax Data Strategist with research, analysis, reporting, and tax administration.
- Performs tax compliance desk audits, assigned field audits, and assists with more complicated audits as requested.
- Initiates or responds to taxpayer inquiries and provides transaction privilege tax assistance while resolving issues with licensing, reporting, and collections.
- Educates taxpayers on tax law interpretation and application to their business activity.
- Conducts weekly canvassing of local businesses.
- Represents the Town in multi-jurisdictional settings.
- Files and pays the Town of Gilbert's monthly transaction privilege tax return.
- Manage visualization tools, including access, training, and educating staff.
- Actively participates in the Data Governance team for the Town of Gilbert.
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Posting Close Date: April 27, 2026, at 11:59 PM
Application Review: first review April 23, 2026, final review April 28, 2026
Interviews Held: Week of May 4, 2026, or May 11, 2026
Anticipated Start Date: May 25, 2026, or June 8, 2026
Please note that the recruitment timeline provided is an estimate and may be subject to change based on organizational needs and other factors.At Team Gilbert, we hire innovative, forward-thinking problem-solvers who love what they do! In addition to possessing the ability to live out our core and functional values daily, candidates must possess the following requirements:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Undergraduate degree or equivalent job-related experience.
- At least 3 years of relevant experience.
- An understanding of digital mediums, technologies, and trends, and a passion for innovation on all fronts.
- 4 years of extensive customer service experience.
- 2 years of project management experience preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to represent the Town of Gilbert positively and professionally.
- Exceptional writing, speaking, listening, and presentation skills.
- Strong research, analytical & reporting skills.
- Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe software knowledge.
- A combination of education and experience may be considered.
Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Salary : $74,359 - $111,539