State of Vermont
State of Vermont
The State of Vermont is a public-sector organization responsible for delivering essential services and administering programs for Vermont residents. Its work spans healthcare, education, transportation, economic development, and other areas that support communities across the state. Through its departments and agencies, the State of Vermont develops policy, manages public resources, and carries out regulatory and operational responsibilities in service of residents.

Vermont Remote Tax Field Auditor II

The State of Vermont is seeking a Tax Field Auditor II to enforce IFTA and IRP compliance through field audits and investigations. This full-time remote role combines home-based work with frequent travel to taxpayer locations statewide.

Description

  • Audit and investigate taxpayer compliance with Vermont tax laws, including the International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) and International Registration Plan (IRP)
  • Examine fuel tax, rental company, rail, IFTA, and IRP revenues
  • Provide technical tax assistance and education to audited taxpayers
  • Work independently from a home office and extensively at taxpayer locations in the field
  • Conduct audits with tact and persistence in potentially adversarial situations
  • Complete assignments by established deadlines

Requirements

  • Have at least three years of college coursework in accounting, auditing, business administration, or a related field; at least two years of experience in tax examination, accounting, auditing, or business administration; or at least one year as a State of Vermont MV Tax Field Auditor I or higher
  • Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Be inquisitive, collaborative, digitally proficient, and self-motivated
  • Be willing to learn new tax administration skills and software
  • Communicate challenging subjects effectively to people from varied backgrounds
  • Agree to fingerprinting and pass a background investigation that may include criminal, financial, and traffic record checks
  • Maintain a reliable means of transportation
  • Be able to travel frequently, including to other parts of Vermont

Benefits

  • The State pays 80% of medical premiums, with dental coverage provided at no cost for employees and their families
  • Receive 12 paid holidays annually and a generous leave package
  • State-paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
  • State defined-benefit pension plan
  • Deferred compensation 457(b) plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and childcare expenses
  • Low-cost group life insurance
  • Incentive-based wellness program
  • Eligibility as a qualified employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
  • Home-based office

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