State of North Carolina

Tax Auditor I

State of North Carolina  •  $50k - $88k/yr  •  United States (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Agency

Dept of Revenue

Division

Examination

Job Classification Title

Revenue Tax Auditor I (NS)

Position Number

65021135

Grade

NC13

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Revenue is committed to excellence in tax administration, ensuring secure and efficient collection of revenue to fund vital public services. We are an employer of choice offering excellent benefits, competitive pay, professional development, and career advancement. Our dedicated team provides accurate information, achieves high compliance, and delivers innovative services with integrity and fairness. DOR is an equal opportunity employer hiring qualified candidates regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, or political affiliation.

of Work

***PLEASE NOTE: THIS WILL CLOSE AT 11:59 P.M. THE DAY PRIOR TO THE END DATE LISTED ON THIS JOB POSTING***

**This auditor classification requires a transcript. Please include an official or unofficial transcript in the attachments section at the bottom of this application. If the application submitted does not include a transcript, it will be marked as incomplete, unless you are a current DOR Tax Auditor.**

This is a time-limited position. It is full-time (40 hours per week) with State Benefits for a limited time, not to exceed 3 years (36 months). If you have questions concerning the time-limited status of this position, you may inquire at the interview. Selected candidate may be considered for other permanent positions, once the time-limited position is completed.

The North Carolina Department of Revenue is currently seeking a Revenue Tax Auditor I to work in the Motor Fuels Section of the Examination Division. The Motor Fuels Section administers and enforces motor fuels tax laws, motor carrier laws, as well as some motor vehicle laws. The Motor Fuels Section of the Examination Division administers and enforces both motor fuels tax laws and motor carrier tax laws. They also conduct audits for International Fuel Tax Association (IFTA). This position is assigned specifically as the Joint Operation Center (JOC) auditor.

The JOC auditor will conduct independent examinations of financial records of taxpayers that are not in voluntary compliance and have unique or special audit features or anticipated accounting, tax law, or investigative problems of a more unique nature, or of unusual difficulty or complexity.

Due to the nature of work, a valid driver’s license is required, and some overnight travel will be required.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

  • Knowledge of auditing and accounting principles and practices

  • Knowledge of a variety of accounting systems

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Access, Excel, and Word

  • Basic knowledge of the Internal Revenue Code and Income Tax

Recruitment Range: $50,088 - $87,654

Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification. The knowledge, skills, and abilities listed in the vacancy announcement should be used as management preferences and be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: The state of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees canparticipatein health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and theNCFlexprogram (numeroushigh-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis).

Some highlights include:

  • The best funded pension plan/retirement system in the nation according to Moody’s Investor’s Service 

  • Twelve paid holidays per year 

  • Fourteen vacation days per year which increase as length of service increases and accumulates year-to-year 

  • Twelve sick days/year which are cumulative indefinitely

  • Paid Parental Leave 

  • Personal Observance Leave and Community Service Leave  

  • Longevity pays lump sum payout yearly based on length of service 

  • 401Kand457plans

  • Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

The North Carolina Department of Revenue is committed to excellence in tax administration, ensuring secure and efficient collection of revenue to fund vital public services. We are an employer of choice offering excellent benefits, competitive pay, professional development, and career advancement. Our dedicated team providesaccurateinformation, achieves high compliance, and delivers innovative services with integrity and fairness. DOR is an equal opportunity employer hiring qualified candidates regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, or political affiliation.

This position is subject to federal and state criminal background checks that may include fingerprinting and verification of tax compliance. "Tax compliance" is defined as having filed and paid all North Carolina State taxes owed each year leading up to the current calendar year or currently in a non-delinquent payment status with the State of North Carolina on taxes that are currently owed to the state.

To be considered within the most qualified pool of applicants and receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must document all related education and experience on the State of North Carolina application in theappropriate sectionsof the application form. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit.

Applicants eligible for veteran's preference should attach a copy of form DD-214.

If you havegeneral questionsabout the application process, you may contact Human Resources at 919-814-1200 orHumanResources@ncdor.gov Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the interview process, please call the agency ADA Administrator at919-986-9688

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Accounting or related field with at least twelve semester hours of accounting from an appropriately accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Related fields considered are as follows: Administrative Science, Business Law, Business Management, Business Operations, Finance, Financial Management, Public Administration, Public Sector & Government Administration Management, Tax, TaxLawand Trust & Wealth Management.

A transcript (either official or unofficial) must accompany the application to verify completion of the required twelve accounting hours. Applications received without an attached transcript will be considered incomplete, unless you are a current DOR Tax Auditor.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

LeAnn Katherine Biscoglio

Recruiter Email:

LEANN.BISCOGLIO@NCDOR.GOV

State of North Carolina

About State of North Carolina

Whether you are interested in the arts, transportation, IT, the environment, public safety, healthcare or countless other areas, the State of North Carolina has an opportunity for you.

North Carolina State Government employs more than 81,000 people across the state in various agencies, branches and universities. Our careers are as diverse as the citizens we serve! We are seeking skilled and dedicated individuals from a wide range of educational and experience backgrounds.

Governor Josh Stein believes in the potential of our great state and its people. He knows that we can build a state and an economy that work for everyone. By investing in our public schools and giving students the tools they need to succeed, creating good jobs and raising incomes for the middle class, and strengthening our communities, North Carolinians can live and work in places they are proud to call home.

Working for the State of North Carolina can offer you the chance to effect positive change for our residents and visitors, take advantage of numerous benefit options and advancement opportunities, and work in an environment that values collaboration, creativity, innovation and diversity. Learn more about state government jobs at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/northcarolina.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Raleigh, NC
Year Founded
1789
Website
nc.gov
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