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Location : Cheyenne, WY
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2024-00011
Department: 021-Excise Tax Division
Opening Date: 01/04/2024
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
This entry-level position will travel throughout the state of Wyoming and occasionally out of state to conduct audits of small to medium business entities. This position will verify proper sales tax reporting, use tax, lodging tax, fuel tax, and IFTA/IRP (taxes and fees associated with the trucking industry). You will take part in an extensive on-the-job training program to gain the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct these audits. As part of on-the-job training, you will also assist senior staff members in gaining knowledge and experience in planning and conducting external tax audits of moderately complex to complex business entities to ensure compliance with tax law and increase state revenue by exposing unpaid or underpaid taxes and fees.
The State of Wyoming's total compensation package is excellent and includes:
- Paid annual and sick leave
- Paid holidays
- Retirement with employer contributions
- Deferred Compensation Plan with employer contributions
- Health insurance with an employer contribution toward premiums
- Insurance options for health, dental, life, vision, ambulance, short and long-term disability
- Longevity pay
- Flexible Work Schedules
Human Resource Contact: Candice Dillmon / 307-777-5312 /
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor's Degree (typically in Finance)
Experience:
0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Auditing) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Auditor I
OR
Education & Experience Substitution:
3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Auditing) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Auditor I
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
NOTES:
Supplemental Information
021-Department of Audit - Excise Tax Division
Click to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL:
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.
There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!
to learn more!
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(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3 months)? (Transcripts may be required.)
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(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3 months)? (Transcripts may be required.)
03
(FIAU08) Which of the following best describes your work experience in Auditing? Experience definition: (This experience includes: Financial accounting and auditing experience.)
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(AA) Describe your relevant experience in the box below.
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Do you have a valid driver's license?
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(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?
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(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. This employee may be eligible for a Referral bonus.
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(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans' preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans' preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans' preference disclosure.
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.
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(AA) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify.I have read and understand the above statement.
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Location : Cheyenne, WY
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2024-00011
Department: 021-Excise Tax Division
Opening Date: 01/04/2024
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
This entry-level position will travel throughout the state of Wyoming and occasionally out of state to conduct audits of small to medium business entities. This position will verify proper sales tax reporting, use tax, lodging tax, fuel tax, and IFTA/IRP (taxes and fees associated with the trucking industry). You will take part in an extensive on-the-job training program to gain the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct these audits. As part of on-the-job training, you will also assist senior staff members in gaining knowledge and experience in planning and conducting external tax audits of moderately complex to complex business entities to ensure compliance with tax law and increase state revenue by exposing unpaid or underpaid taxes and fees.
The State of Wyoming's total compensation package is excellent and includes:
- Paid annual and sick leave
- Paid holidays
- Retirement with employer contributions
- Deferred Compensation Plan with employer contributions
- Health insurance with an employer contribution toward premiums
- Insurance options for health, dental, life, vision, ambulance, short and long-term disability
- Longevity pay
- Flexible Work Schedules
Human Resource Contact: Candice Dillmon / 307-777-5312 /
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.
- In all matters, maintain a professional and independent attitude and appearance.
- Must have good oral and written communication skills to communicate professionally and effectively.
- Ability to learn how to conduct audits of multiple tax types, including sales tax, use tax, fuel tax, tobacco tax, International Fuel Tax Agreement, and International Registration Plan.
- Ability to apply accounting principles and business practices in obtaining financial data and all information needed to complete an audit.
- Ability to analyze tax history records, financial records, and other relevant financial data to verify the accuracy of taxes being remitted to the state.
- Ability to work under limited supervision independently and in a team setting to accomplish personal and organizational goals.
- Ability to assist team members in reviewing and analyzing relevant information to ensure compliance with state taxation rules and regulations and international agreements.
- Ability to make informed decisions about tax liability, accurately compile audit data into detailed work papers, and write accurate audit reports detailing the completed audit steps and analysis.
- Ability to perform detailed reviews of all work to ensure audit conclusions are supported by the data reviewed and comply with auditing and departmental standards.
- Ability to testify at the State Board of Equalization, Federal District Court proceedings to defend audit processes, audit findings, and conclusions.
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE:
- Basic knowledge of accounting principles and business practices.
- Basic knowledge of different accounting systems and accounting software programs.
- Basic knowledge of general ledgers, income statements, depreciation schedules, and accrual reports.
- Basic knowledge of Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) and Generally Accepted Accounting Practices (GAAP).
- Basic knowledge of sampling standards and procedures used in analyzing large sets of financial data.
- Basic knowledge and skills with Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Ability to learn about diverse accounting and software systems used by a variety of business entities.
- Ability to learn basic knowledge and apply Wyoming Tax Statutes, rules, and regulations for sales tax, use tax, tobacco tax, fuel tax, IFTA, and IRP.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor's Degree (typically in Finance)
Experience:
0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Auditing) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Auditor I
OR
Education & Experience Substitution:
3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Auditing) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Auditor I
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Must have a valid Driver's License
- Must be able to travel throughout the state of Wyoming and occasionally out of state
NOTES:
- FLSA: Exempt
Supplemental Information
021-Department of Audit - Excise Tax Division
Click to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL:
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.
There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!
to learn more!
01
(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3 months)? (Transcripts may be required.)
- High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
- Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
- Associate's Degree
- Associate's Degree and additional coursework
- Bachelor's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework
- Master's Degree
- Master's Degree and additional coursework
- Doctorate Degree
- Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
- None of the Above
02
(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3 months)? (Transcripts may be required.)
- 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
- 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
- 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
- 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
- 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
- N/A
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(FIAU08) Which of the following best describes your work experience in Auditing? Experience definition: (This experience includes: Financial accounting and auditing experience.)
- No relevant experience.
- Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
- One (1) to two (2) years of relevant experience.
- Two (2) to three (3) years of relevant experience.
- Three (3) or more years of relevant experience.
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(AA) Describe your relevant experience in the box below.
05
Do you have a valid driver's license?
- Yes
- No
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(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?
- Government Jobs @www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
- Indeed
- Zip Recruiter
- Wyoming Workforce Center
- Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
- Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
- Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
- Career Fair
- Human Resources Division
- Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
- Current State Employee
- Other
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(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. This employee may be eligible for a Referral bonus.
08
(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
09
(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans' preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans' preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans' preference disclosure.
- Yes
- No
- I am not a veteran
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.
- Current State Employee
- Veteran - DD214 Attached
- Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veteran's Disability Determination Attached
- Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
- None of the above
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(AA) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify.I have read and understand the above statement.
- Yes
- No
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