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State of Michigan Field Tax Auditor 9-P11 (Statewide) in Statewide, Michigan
Field Tax Auditor 9-P11 (Statewide)
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Field Tax Auditor 9-P11 (Statewide)
Salary
$22.60 - $38.92 Hourly
Location
Statewide, MI
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Remote Employment
Remote Optional
Job Number
2701-24-19-12
Department
Treasury
Opening Date
04/23/2024
Closing Date
5/22/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)
Description
Benefits
Questions
Job Description
*This position offers a $2,500 signing bonus for eligible candidates.*
If you want to make a difference, while working in an engaging environment with great benefits, this may be the opportunity for you! The Michigan Department of Treasury’s Tax Compliance Bureau has many field auditor positions available. No experience is required and on the job training will be provided! Applicants will need at least 24 credits in Accounting to apply.
Field Auditors are responsible for conducting professional audit examinations on behalf of the department. They help taxpayers determine if all returns have been filed appropriately and proper tax liability amounts remitted. Travel is required to engage with taxpayers as necessary.
This position is a combination of audits conducted at taxpayers, in—office work at an assigned physical location and remote work from home. Tax Compliance Bureau is recruiting for the following locations:
Detroit
Dimondale
Flint
Grand Rapids
Saginaw
Sterling Heights
Traverse City
Our culture is driven by excellent Customer Service, Continuous Improvement, Metrics, Employee Development, along with Diversity and Inclusion. Join our team and start a promising career with the Michigan Department of Treasury!
Tax Compliance Bureau staff whose principal work location is in Michigan are compensated at a premium pay rate (20% of employee’s hourly salary) while in the field performing out-of-state audits and while in travel status.
PLEASE NOTE: New Hires for the Auditor/Financial Analyst classification will receive a one-time signing bonus of $2,500. The bonus will be paid out as $1,250 gross pay adjustment on the employee's first pay warrant and the remaining $1,250 will be paid upon completion of one year (2,080 hours) of satisfactory service. If the employee leaves within one year of the appointment, they will be required to pay back the entire bonus.
Review the Auditor position description here:Auditor 9-P11 Position Description (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/2701-24-19-12 Auditor 9-P11 PD (Continuous).docx)
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Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree with at least 24 semester (36 term) credits in accounting.
Experience
Auditor 9
No specific type or amount is required.
Auditor 10
One year of professional experience auditing accounting, financial, and operations records equivalent to an Auditor 9.
Auditor P11
Two years of professional experience auditing accounting, financial, and operations records equivalent to an Auditor, including one year equivalent to an Auditor 10.
Note: A position is considered professional if the job requires a bachelor's degree. Qualifying experience is counted post bachelor's degree .
Alternate Education and Experience
Alternate Education and Experience
Auditor 9-P11
Possession of a bachelor’s degree with at least 24 semester (36 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: finance, economics, information systems, business analytics, data analytics, statistics, quantitative methods, data science, or management may be substituted for the education for agency positions responsible for internal auditing or Office of Auditor General positions responsible for auditing.
Possession of a Certified Internal Auditor certification or a Certified Information System Auditor certification may be substituted for one year of experience at the P11 level for positions responsible for internal auditing.
Possession of a Certified Management Accountant certification (CMA) may be substituted for six months of experience at the P11 level.
Possession of a Certified Public Accountant certification (CPA) may be substituted for one year of Auditor experience.
Special Requirements, Licenses, and Certifications
This position has a FTINPRINT sub-class code. The sub-class code indicates the position has access to Federal Tax Information (FTI) and requires passing of a fingerprint-based background check per IRS Publication 1075.
Some jobs may require that the employee possess a Certified Public Accountant certification (CPA).
Additional Requirements and Information
Experience with Federal and/or State taxes, above average analytical skills, work experience with Windows, Word, Excel and Internet and possession of a CPA are highly desirable.
Please attach a cover letter, detailed resume, and, if applicable, a copy of your OFFICIAL college transcript(s) to your application.
For our purposes, "official college transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred, and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), and the Registrar's signature and/or seal.A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, as long as it contains the elements listed above.The college/university does not have to send the transcripts directly to Treasury. Review more information regarding official transcripts. (https://www.michigan.gov/documents/mdcs/OfficialTranscript_693831_7.pdf)
This position is eligible for remote work up to five days per week, however selected candidate must have a safe and appropriate designated workspace or workstation for performance of work and secure and sufficient internet access of commercial cable or wireless broadband with minimum speeds of 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload. Please note that occasional onsite work will be required.
Work must be performed in the state of Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position prior being appointed to the position. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed.
The Michigan Department of Treasury participates in E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/employees/employee-rights-and-responsibilities) and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Interviews will likely occur virtually using Microsoft Teams. No prior experience with Teams is necessary, as instructions and tips will be provided to all candidates scheduled for an interview.
View the job specification at:http://www.michigan.gov/documents/Auditor_12102_7.pdf (https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/A/Auditor.pdf?rev=d19072af567c428fbea6919ef0a23ff2)
State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
More details on benefits for our new hires are below:
Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.
Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available atwww.mi.gov/employeebenefits.
Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.
Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.
Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.
Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.
Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.
Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.
Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.
Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans.Information (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.
Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.
Professional Development:To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.
Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.
Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.
Updated: 2/28/24
01
AUDITOR - Do you possess a bachelor's degree or higher with at least 24 semester (36 term) credits in accounting? If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts.
Yes
No
02
If you do not currently possess a bachelor's degree with at least 24 credits (36 term) in accounting, will you have your degree with the required credits completed within six months of your application? (To be considered, you must attach documentation demonstrating current enrollment and your anticipated completion date. An unofficial transcript is acceptable for this purpose).
Yes
No
03
AUDITOR - Please select your level of experience.
None to one year of post-degree professional experience auditing accounting, financial, and operations records.
One year of professional experience auditing accounting, financial, and operations records equivalent to an Auditor 9.
Two years of professional experience auditing accounting, financial, and operations records equivalent to an Auditor, including one year equivalent to an Auditor 10.
04
What additional or extended education/certifications do you have? (Check all that apply.)
CPA
CMA
MBA or MST
Other
None
05
If you selected 'other' in the previous question, please list the extended education/certifications that you possess. If none, enter N/A.
06
Please explain what you like best, and what you found most challenging about your college auditing course(s)?
07
How many years of experience do you have working with Microsoft Excel?
No experience
One to three years
Three to five years
Five to seven years
Seven or more years
08
If you indicated you have experience in the previous question, please describe your experience. If no experience, enter N/A.
09
Do you have any working knowledge of the Corporate Income Tax?
Yes
No
10
If you indicated you have experience in the previous question, please describe your experience. If no experience, enter N/A.
11
Do you have working knowledge of the Michigan Sales and/or Use Tax?
Yes
No
12
If you indicated you have experience in the previous question, please explain your experience. If you have no experience, enter N/A.
13
From the options below, choose the response that best describes your aptitude to work alone.
Prefers continuous direction from others
Occasionally challenged at times maintaining motivation
Self-motivator, minimal to no direction is needed
14
Do you have experience working remotely from a home office?
Yes
No
15
If you indicated you have experience in the previous question, please explain some of the challenges that you have faced? If you have not worked remotely, please explain why you want to work remotely.
16
If you have a choice between two offers for your next job, what are your top 3 factors that you would use in choosing the right job for you? What criteria are you using to evaluate the organization for which you hope to work?
17
Please choose the work location(s) in which you are interested:
Detroit
Dimondale
Flint
Grand Rapids
Saginaw
Sterling Heights
Traverse City
18
Did you attach your cover letter and detailed resume to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
Yes
No
19
Did you attach a copy of your OFFICIAL college/university transcript(s) to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
Yes
No
20
If you answered no to the previous question, please explain why.
21
Work must be performed in the state of Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position before you are appointed to the position. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed. Do you currently reside in Michigan or if offered the position, would plan to relocate to Michigan?
Yes
No
22
This position is a combination of audits conducted at taxpayers, in-office work at an assigned physical location and remote work from home. Do you understand the requirement of the position?
Yes
No
23
How did you become aware of this job vacancy?
State of Michigan Job Openings Website
Pure Michigan Talent Connect
Career Fair Event
University/College Career Services
Handshake
Friend/Co-Worker
Other
Required Question
Agency
State of Michigan
Department
Treasury
Address
TreasuryOHR@michigan.gov
430 West Allegan Street
Lansing, Michigan, 48922
Phone
517-335-7508
Website
https://www.michigan.gov/treasurycareers
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