Connecticut
Tax Corrections Principal Examiner - #250904-8594AR-001
Connecticut, Hartford, Connecticut, us, 06112
Overview
Looking to advance in your career with the Connecticut Department of Revenue Services? If so, check out this opportunity! The Connecticut Department of Revenue Services (DRS) is hiring a Tax Corrections Principal Examiner in the Litigation Division, located in Hartford. This is a full-time, 40 hour per week position on first shift (Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm). The Litigation Division of the Legal Services Bureau is comprised of two subdivisions: the Litigation Subdivision and the Appellate Subdivision. The Litigation Subdivision represents the Commissioner of Revenue Services in actions before courts, boards, and commissions including tax appeals in the Connecticut Superior Court and administrative proceedings such as those before the Freedom of Information Commission, and coordinates the Commissioner’s interests in bankruptcy litigation. The Appellate Subdivision reviews protests filed by taxpayers, providing additional administrative review of decisions to assess taxes or deny refunds. This Tax Corrections Principal Examiner will supervise the maintenance and adjustment of the financial accounting for the three major dockets managed by the Litigation Division: civil and collections litigation; Appellate Subdivision protests; and Bankruptcy cases. The Tax Corrections Principal Examiner reports directly to the Tax Litigation Director.
We can continue to offer you: industry-leading health benefits (medical and dental), extensive pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings, paid time off including 13 paid holidays per calendar year, professional growth and paid professional development opportunities, and a work culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance for all employees.
Mission: The Department of Revenue Services aims to instill public confidence in tax collection integrity and fairness, promote voluntary taxpayer compliance, improve agency performance, support Connecticut’s fiscal and economic well-being, and provide a positive and professional workplace. DRS strives to administer tax laws with fairness, efficiency, and reliability, and to deliver high-quality customer service for taxpayers. For an inside look at what it’s like to work for the State of Connecticut, please watch the video below.
Selection Plan
Note: To be considered, you must be a current State of CT employee of the listed agency for at least six months of full-time service (or full-time equivalent) and meet the Minimum Qualifications on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application. Assistance: check our Applicant Tips and Applicant Reference Library for additional support. Before you apply: meet the Minimum Qualifications by the closing date; educational credits must be accurately listed on the application; if education is outside the U.S., provide documentation for foreign education equivalencies. Educational credits: nursing? no. Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process; additional documentation may be required later. Preferred shift/location: select all locations and shifts you are willing to work; late submissions are rarely accepted. Salary calculations: current state employees should note cross-branch salary considerations. Application method: apply through the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center posting.
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Purpose of Job Class (Nature of Work)
In the Department of Revenue Services, Operations Division this class is accountable for acting as a working supervisor for Tax Corrections Examiners and related technical and clerical staff engaged in resolving tax return, taxpayer registration, and/or taxpayer account errors.
Responsibilities
Plans unit workflow and determines priorities; schedules, assigns, oversees, and reviews work; establishes and maintains unit procedures; provides staff training and assistance; conducts performance evaluations. Acts as liaison with operating units, agencies and outside officials regarding unit policies and procedures; prepares reports and correspondence; evaluates production reports and takes corrective action. Resolves the most complex work problems; authorizes bills and refunds; refers questionable accounts to the Audit Division. Assists in the preparation of computer program tests; serves as a member of special committees and study groups; may make recommendations on policies or standards. Performs related duties as required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Considerable knowledge of the functions and operations of financial database systems; relevant agency policies and procedures; knowledge of state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; accounting and auditing principles and techniques. Interpersonal, oral and written communication skills; ability to plan and organize work; ability to utilize computer software; supervisory ability. Minimum Qualifications
General Experience: Seven (7) years of technical experience in automated taxation, registration processing, billing, or refunding operations. Note: For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of a Tax Corrections Examiner 1. Substitutions
College training may be substituted for General Experience: 15 semester hours equals one-half year; maximum four years for a Bachelor’s degree. For state employees, one year of experience at Tax Corrections Examiner 2 may be substituted for General Experience. Preferred Qualifications
Experience acting in a lead capacity and/or with training; experience with complex financial accounts including researching/posting electronic returns and payments, analyzing and adjusting tax returns, and financial postings in CTax and related interest calculations, particularly for audit matters. Experience with problem-solving and addressing system issues; understanding of complex tax returns, audit cases, and workpapers; experience working with all levels of staff and communicating via phone, email, and web messages. Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. Acknowledgement
As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. A job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and responsibility.
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Plans unit workflow and determines priorities; schedules, assigns, oversees, and reviews work; establishes and maintains unit procedures; provides staff training and assistance; conducts performance evaluations. Acts as liaison with operating units, agencies and outside officials regarding unit policies and procedures; prepares reports and correspondence; evaluates production reports and takes corrective action. Resolves the most complex work problems; authorizes bills and refunds; refers questionable accounts to the Audit Division. Assists in the preparation of computer program tests; serves as a member of special committees and study groups; may make recommendations on policies or standards. Performs related duties as required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Considerable knowledge of the functions and operations of financial database systems; relevant agency policies and procedures; knowledge of state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; accounting and auditing principles and techniques. Interpersonal, oral and written communication skills; ability to plan and organize work; ability to utilize computer software; supervisory ability. Minimum Qualifications
General Experience: Seven (7) years of technical experience in automated taxation, registration processing, billing, or refunding operations. Note: For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of a Tax Corrections Examiner 1. Substitutions
College training may be substituted for General Experience: 15 semester hours equals one-half year; maximum four years for a Bachelor’s degree. For state employees, one year of experience at Tax Corrections Examiner 2 may be substituted for General Experience. Preferred Qualifications
Experience acting in a lead capacity and/or with training; experience with complex financial accounts including researching/posting electronic returns and payments, analyzing and adjusting tax returns, and financial postings in CTax and related interest calculations, particularly for audit matters. Experience with problem-solving and addressing system issues; understanding of complex tax returns, audit cases, and workpapers; experience working with all levels of staff and communicating via phone, email, and web messages. Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. Acknowledgement
As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. A job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and responsibility.
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