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Gateway Auditor Program (Tax Representative 3)

Gateway Auditor Program (Tax Representative 3)

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Introduction

The Department of Revenue (DOR) is offering a multi-year training program to prepare students of accounting to become qualified as a Revenue Auditor 1 in the Division of Income, Sales & Excise Tax.  We are seeking motivated individuals who have an associate degree in accounting, are enrolled in an accredited college/university pursing a bachelor's degree in accounting, and who wish to obtain on-the-job experience to becoming a full-time auditor upon graduation. 

Individuals selected for this program would receive tuition assistance up to $10,000 per year for up to three (3) years towards the completion of a four-year degree in accounting.  Note, IRC section 127 provides for up to $5,250 of tax-free educational assistance per calendar year. Amounts of assistance paid above $5,250 are a taxable benefit.

This is the selection process for the 3-year employment training program with the start date beginning June 2, 2025. Bilingual (Spanish/Hmong) speakers are encouraged to apply.

Applications will be reviewed monthly until all available slots have been filled. The first review of applications will take place October 1, 2024.

Positions are primarily located at our Rimrock Road Office, which is conveniently located 5 minutes from downtown Madison, just off the Beltline and the Capitol City bike path. Some positions may be located at our Milwaukee office depending on availability.

The Department of Revenue is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.

Position Summary

Selected candidates will be fully employed as a Gateway Auditor Program – Auditor trainee (Tax Representative 3). This position would be full time (40 hours/week) during the summer to complete training and during school breaks or in between semesters while not in school. Students may continue full-time or reduce to part-time (minimum of 24 hours/week) during the school year while courses are being completed. Up to six hours per week may be used to complete coursework.

This Trainee level auditor position is responsible for reviewing and preparing assessment or refunds based on federal CP2000s, federal audit reports, and computer selected files; and pursuing non-filers based on predefined criteria. In this position you will also learn to audit individual income tax returns, credit claims, and have an opportunity to shadow and assist audits being done in other tax areas of the department.

Salary Information

The starting pay rate is $23.41 per hour.

This position is in pay schedule/range 02-12. Pay rates for current state employees will be set in accordance with pay upon appointment provisions of the State of Wisconsin compensation plan.

DOR employees have access to an exceptional benefits package including:

Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits.
An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
A 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 members tools, resources, and professional consultation services.

A 2-year probationary period is required.

Job Details

The department will conduct a criminal background check, fingerprint check and tax compliance check prior to making a job offer.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. The Department of Revenue does not sponsor work or student visas, either at time of hire or at any later time. 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.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Associate degree in accounting, with an acceptance to an accredited college or university bachelor’s degree accounting program.

(Note: Proof of degree and/or acceptance/enrollment will be required before start date).

Skills using Microsoft Office Suite Products (e.g., Excel, Word, Outlook) or equivalent.

In addition to the above minimum qualifications, the following qualifications are preferred but not required:

Experience conducting research.
Experience working effectively on a team.

How To Apply

For wisc.jobs application instructions, refer to the following link: Applying to State Service. You will be required to attach a current resume and letter of qualifications in a Word or PDF compatible format.

Your resume and letter of qualifications are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications related to the job. Make certain these documents clearly illustrate your education and/or experience as they relate to all of the above qualifications. For tips on developing your resume and letter of qualifications, click here.

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

Interview results may be reused in accordance with the state’s interview reuse policy.

Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion should complete the online application process.

Questions about this position can be directed to Maggie Davis, Human Resources Specialist Senior, via email at Margaret.Davis1@wisconsin.gov or phone at 608-266-3924.

Deadline to Apply

Applications will be reviewed monthly until all available slots have been filled. Applications submitted to https://wisc.jobs/ by 11:59 p.m. on September 30, 2024, will be included with the first review of applications that occurs on October 1, 2024.