Discovery Examiner at State of Nebraska in Lincoln, Nebraska

Job Description:

The work we do matters!




Hiring Agency:

Revenue - Agency 16



Location:

Lincoln Job Posting, Omaha Job Posting



Hiring Rate:

$19.957



Classification Salary Range:

$19.96 - $29.42



Job Posting:

JR2024-00005266 Discovery Examiner (Open)



Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):



Job Description:

+The Department does not sponsor non-immigrant work visas for this position++


Do you enjoy solving puzzles? Are you detail oriented? Do you enjoy helping and educating other people?


If so, you should consider a career as a Discovery Examiner with the Nebraska Department of Revenue. Positions in this dynamic and exciting field are on the front lines of tax administration and education. Discovery examiners conduct on-site and in-office reviews of taxpayer documentation to ensure compliance with existing tax laws and regulations. After review, they compile work papers to help assist the taxpayer in voluntarily reporting any existing liabilities to the State. They provide taxpayers education specific to their business to ensure future compliance.


We offer a comprehensive benefit package, great work-life balance, and ample paid time off.


Job duties include:
1. Conduct on-site and/or in-office reviews to ensure compliance.


2. Prepares work papers or spreadsheets to document work.


3. Contacts taxpayers to request records of information or to explain process and requirements.


4. Respond to taxpayer requests for information and explanations.


5. Document relevant facts, information, results, and recommendations through reports and data bases.


6. Discuss findings with Revenue professionals to resolve issues or make recommendations.



Requirements / Qualifications:




Minimum Qualifications: Post high school education or training in bookkeeping, accounting, or mathematics and at least two years of related experience; OR Bachelor's degree with emphasis in accounting.



Preferred Qualifications: At least six semester hours in accounting; work experience in federal or state taxation.



Oth: Valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation.


The successful candidate will possess:


• Knowledge of financial and accounting records and principles


• Intermediate working knowledge of Word and Excel


• Math skills


• Communication skills


• Analytical abilities


• Research abilities


• Ability to travel including limited overnight stays and extended hours






Benefits



We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.


Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! For more information on benefits currently offered to permanent teammates, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits



Equal Opportunity Statement



The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.



Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.