Title:  Tax Analyst V

Overview

There has never been a better time to bring your values and talents to the collaborative team at the Vermont Department of Taxes. The rewarding work we do supports this brave little state and helps shape its future. We work with the taxpayers and the public to help educate and assist with tax compliance and so much more. Discover new opportunities, learn new skills, and solve problems with our dedicated and supportive team.

Are you looking for an opportunity to use your background in business and customer service to improve both local and state government? Do you want to assist Vermonters with work that impacts virtually every person in our state?  This position will work closely with Vermont Department of Taxes staff, taxpayers, and many other state agencies and towns. 

Key responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

• Providing support to taxpayers through both phone, emails and in person.
• Reviewing returns for accuracy and correcting mistakes or requesting information.
• Working collaboratively with other staff to ensure deadlines are met.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Extension tax knowledge
• Experience in business or fiscal duties.
• Knowledge of local government.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate challenging topics to individuals with varied backgrounds.
• A desire to continue to learn and grow.

Candidates must agree to be fingerprinted and pass a background check to be eligible for this position, which will involve access to sensitive federal tax information. Background checks are required by the Internal Revenue Service and are authorized under Vermont law. 3 V.S.A. § 241. In accordance with VDT Standard Operating Procedure 2018-01, Background Investigations, Vermont and national criminal record checks will be conducted on all candidates. Candidates will have the right to withdraw their application before fingerprinting or a background check is conducted. We value diverse teams and are committed to creating a community of inclusions.

Who May Apply

This position, Tax Analyst V (Job Requisition #54688), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

Please Note: This position is being recruited at multiple levels. If you would like to be considered for more than one level, you MUST apply to the specific Job Requisition. 

Level III: 54664

Level IV: 54687

Level V: 54688

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Kimberly.Flint@vermont.gov.

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

Environmental Factors

Duties are performed in a standard office setting. Workload pressure is usually high, and is intense from February through June.  Incumbents must be able to concentrate on details and perform accurate work in the face of frequent interruptions.  

The work of the Tax Analyst Vs directly affects the financial/tax accounts of Vermont individuals and businesses. Calculations, adjustments, advice, and communications must be accurate and timely. They work on the highest dollar value cases and accounts (potentially in the millions of dollars), with significant independence. Stressful situations and strong differences of opinion and legal interpretation with taxpayers or their representatives may occur. 

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or greater in accounting, economics, business administration, public administration, finance, math, or related field AND at least five (5) years of experience in accounting, auditing, tax preparation, tax processing, financial operations/administration, analytics, or related field AND at least two (2) years of management, supervision, or project management/coordination

OR

High School diploma/equivalent of higher degree AND at least five (5) years of experience in accounting, auditing, tax preparation, tax processing, financial operations/administration, analytics, or related field AND at least three (3) years of management, supervision, or project management/coordination

OR

Two (2) years or more as a Tax Analyst IV or Tax Examiner V or VI

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications    Licensure as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Enrolled Agent (EA)

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.