Revenue Auditor 2 or 3

Revenue Auditor 2 or 3

To see the complete job posting and to apply for this job, go to wisc.jobs and search for the job posting named “Revenue Auditor 2 or 3”. 

Join the Department of Revenue (DOR)! We are a highly engaged organization, committed to the success of our employees who are equally committed to the department's success. In addition to the employment benefits listed below, DOR offers a mentorship program, training for future leaders, and our Take 4 program which encourages four hours of training per month.

Are you ready for a challenge? Come join our team of professionals in a challenging and rewarding position as a Revenue Auditor for the Wisconsin Department of Revenue's (DOR), Local Government Services Bureau, State and Local Finance Division (SLF).

As a Revenue Auditor, you will be primarily responsible for the administration and education of programs of Chapter 79, Wis. Stats. and will assist in implementing the newly approved Innovation Grant Program for Counties and Municipalities. You’ll have the opportunity to work with a range of people, including municipal and county officials and taxpayers.

This project position is a permanent appointment, authorized through June 30, 2028. After the project is completed, the duties may vary. The positions are headquartered in Madison at the State Revenue Building on Rimrock Road. A flexible schedule is available at the start date and hybrid remote work (office and telework) schedule may be available after three months.

DOR employees have access to an excellent comprehensive benefit and compensation package, this includes paid time off so you can truly have a work/life balance! Our competitive benefits package also includes:

• 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.

DOR employees may also be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. To learn more about the total value of the benefits available to employees, please visit our Total Rewards Calculator. Click here to see what working for the State of Wisconsin is all about!

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

Position Summary

These Revenue Auditor positions serve as shared revenue and state aids books and records auditors in the Local Government Services Bureau. The positions are responsible for administering the innovation planning grant program, and state aid distributions to qualifying taxation districts, including distributions made under Chapter 79, Wis. Stats. This position also administers levy limit programs for municipalities and counties, the maintenance of effort program, and provides outreach and education to local government officials.

To view the complete position descriptions for both levels, click the links below.

Revenue Auditor 2 | Revenue Auditor 3

Salary Information

The starting pay rate for each level under pay schedule-range 07-03 is:

• Revenue Auditor 2 – $29.00 to $34.75 an hour ($60,320 and $72,280 annually)
• Revenue Auditor 3 – $33.50 to $38.50 an hour ($69,680 and $80,080 annually)

Current state employees’ pay is based on the provisions in the State of Wisconsin Compensation Plan. A twelve-month probationary period is required.

Job Details

The level of the position offered will be determined based on the qualifications of the selected candidate at the time of hire.

Remote/Telework is available as follows:

• After three months of employment – up to two days per week
• After six months of employment – up to 60% within a 2-week pay period
• Approval of telecommuting during an original probationary period is the supervisor's discretion based on employee performance and business needs 
• When teleworking is allowed, on in-office days, you must report to our 2135 Rimrock Road, Madison, WI building.

Due to the nature of these positions’ duties, candidates will be subject to comprehensive background, fingerprint, and tax compliance checks prior to any appointments for position(s) filled from this announcement.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship) at the time of application. The Department of Revenue does not sponsor work or student visas, either at time of hire or at any later time.

Qualifications

Minimally qualified applicants will have:

• A bachelor’s degree or advanced degree in accounting, auditing, or a similar field of study or the equivalent training and experience (e.g. analysis of financial statements/reports, auditing accounting records, cost accounting, etc.); and
• Experience interpreting statutes, administrative rules, or financial policy guidelines.

Additionally, well-qualified applicants will have:

• Training or experience administering grant programs; or
• Experience auditing or reviewing tax returns, financial statements, or local government documents.

How To Apply

To be considered for this position, you must complete the online application. For instructions, refer to the following link: Applying to State Service. A current letter of qualifications and resume must be attached to the online application.

Your letter of qualifications and resume are very important parts of your application and will be used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. For instructions on developing your application and what should be included in these materials, click here. Submitted materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to an interview.

Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer, voluntary demotion, or reinstatement) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.

Would you like to learn more about the position and what it is like to work for the Division of State and Local Finance in the Department of Revenue? Join our Position Discussion Virtual Event.

It's your opportunity to interact with the team and ask questions related to the position. We will start at 4 p.m. Be sure to log on promptly to learn about the position, the impact you can make, and what a typical workday looks like. We look forward to meeting you!

Monday, May 20, 2024, 4:00:00 p.m. CST - Click here to join the meeting

Audio Only: 1-608-571-2209; Phone Conference ID: 703 850 714#

Questions can be directed to Kevin Roberts at kevin.roberts@wisconsin.gov.

Deadline to Apply

All application materials must be received by 11:59 PM on June 3, 2024.