Governor of Illinois
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Job Requisition ID: 50385 Closing Date: 10/22/2025; 11:59PM Agency: Department of Revenue Class Title: REVENUE AUDITOR I - 38371 Salary: $5,384-$7,631/Monthly Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time County: St. Clair Number of Vacancies: 4 Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME Merit Comp Code: This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. Responsibilities
Essential Functions Under general supervision, conducts audits of Illinois and/or out-of-state taxpayers subject to one or more taxes administered by the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR). Examines appropriate operating asset, capital and liability accounts for completeness and accuracy. Prepares detailed computerized reports upon conclusion of audits containing the scope and procedures followed, extent of testing and a summary of findings and recommendations. Confers with taxpayers or their representatives to discuss findings and explain the significant provisions of the applicable tax act(s) as pertains to specific issues, obtain missing documents or obtain additional information. Participates, as a team member, in the more complex Illinois and out-of-state audits receiving and completing selected segments of the accounts being audited. Receives advanced classroom and/or on-the-job training involving new or revised statutes, rules and regulations, policies and procedures and audit methods and techniques to enhance auditing skills and knowledge. Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above. Minimum Qualifications
QUALIFICATION PATH A Requires a bachelor's degree. Requires successful completion of fifteen semester hours of academically progressive coursework in accounting including at minimum: Two introductory accounting courses Two intermediate accounting courses One course in taxation or audit Requires successful completion of the Revenue Auditor Trainee program. * Progressive coursework is recognized as sequencing of increasingly difficult and rigorous coursework in an academic discipline that builds upon previously mastered knowledge and skills. Progressive coursework may be determined by assessment of course content, course title, course numbering, or other factors. Coursework assessed as duplicative shall be accepted and credited once, only. QUALIFICATION PATH B Requires a bachelor’s or higher degree in Accounting or a Certified Public Accountant certification. Requires successful completion of the Revenue Auditor Trainee program. Conditions of Employment
Requires the ability to successfully complete a tax compliance and fingerprint-based background check. Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires appropriate, valid driver's license. Requires the ability to use and secure a state issued mobile device, e.g., cellular phone, laptop computer, tablet, etc. This position is considered heavy work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(d)). Heavy work involves lifting no more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Employment in this position is conditioned upon the employee living within 30 miles of the employee's assigned city within six (6) months of the employee's start date and for the duration of employment in the Revenue Auditor Series. Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. If offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year after ending state employment, the employee shall notify OEIG prior to accepting any non-State employment offer. This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest and related filings. Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings. Agency Statement
The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) administers the state's tax laws and collects taxes in a fair, consistent, and efficient manner. IDOR aims to provide accurate, timely, and reliable funding and information to state and local communities, continuously improving accuracy, efficiency, and productivity across operations and tax administration. IDOR prioritizes employee success through training and engagement and supports diversity and a healthy workplace culture. Work Hours: 8:30AM-5:00PM; Monday-Friday Work Location: IL Dept of Revenue — Audit- Sales & Misc Taxes/Springfield Field- Fairview Heights 15 Executive Dr, Fairview Heights, Illinois, 62208 *The employee will be required to live within 30 miles of Fairview Heights, IL. Agency Contact
REV.PostingQuestions@Illinois.gov Application Instructions
Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process. State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees. Non-State employees should sign in using the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage. Revolving Door: Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions apply; employees shall notify OEIG before accepting non-State employment. We recommend including transcripts and resume with the application.
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Job Requisition ID: 50385 Closing Date: 10/22/2025; 11:59PM Agency: Department of Revenue Class Title: REVENUE AUDITOR I - 38371 Salary: $5,384-$7,631/Monthly Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time County: St. Clair Number of Vacancies: 4 Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME Merit Comp Code: This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. Responsibilities
Essential Functions Under general supervision, conducts audits of Illinois and/or out-of-state taxpayers subject to one or more taxes administered by the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR). Examines appropriate operating asset, capital and liability accounts for completeness and accuracy. Prepares detailed computerized reports upon conclusion of audits containing the scope and procedures followed, extent of testing and a summary of findings and recommendations. Confers with taxpayers or their representatives to discuss findings and explain the significant provisions of the applicable tax act(s) as pertains to specific issues, obtain missing documents or obtain additional information. Participates, as a team member, in the more complex Illinois and out-of-state audits receiving and completing selected segments of the accounts being audited. Receives advanced classroom and/or on-the-job training involving new or revised statutes, rules and regulations, policies and procedures and audit methods and techniques to enhance auditing skills and knowledge. Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above. Minimum Qualifications
QUALIFICATION PATH A Requires a bachelor's degree. Requires successful completion of fifteen semester hours of academically progressive coursework in accounting including at minimum: Two introductory accounting courses Two intermediate accounting courses One course in taxation or audit Requires successful completion of the Revenue Auditor Trainee program. * Progressive coursework is recognized as sequencing of increasingly difficult and rigorous coursework in an academic discipline that builds upon previously mastered knowledge and skills. Progressive coursework may be determined by assessment of course content, course title, course numbering, or other factors. Coursework assessed as duplicative shall be accepted and credited once, only. QUALIFICATION PATH B Requires a bachelor’s or higher degree in Accounting or a Certified Public Accountant certification. Requires successful completion of the Revenue Auditor Trainee program. Conditions of Employment
Requires the ability to successfully complete a tax compliance and fingerprint-based background check. Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires appropriate, valid driver's license. Requires the ability to use and secure a state issued mobile device, e.g., cellular phone, laptop computer, tablet, etc. This position is considered heavy work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(d)). Heavy work involves lifting no more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Employment in this position is conditioned upon the employee living within 30 miles of the employee's assigned city within six (6) months of the employee's start date and for the duration of employment in the Revenue Auditor Series. Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. If offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year after ending state employment, the employee shall notify OEIG prior to accepting any non-State employment offer. This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest and related filings. Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings. Agency Statement
The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) administers the state's tax laws and collects taxes in a fair, consistent, and efficient manner. IDOR aims to provide accurate, timely, and reliable funding and information to state and local communities, continuously improving accuracy, efficiency, and productivity across operations and tax administration. IDOR prioritizes employee success through training and engagement and supports diversity and a healthy workplace culture. Work Hours: 8:30AM-5:00PM; Monday-Friday Work Location: IL Dept of Revenue — Audit- Sales & Misc Taxes/Springfield Field- Fairview Heights 15 Executive Dr, Fairview Heights, Illinois, 62208 *The employee will be required to live within 30 miles of Fairview Heights, IL. Agency Contact
REV.PostingQuestions@Illinois.gov Application Instructions
Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process. State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees. Non-State employees should sign in using the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage. Revolving Door: Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions apply; employees shall notify OEIG before accepting non-State employment. We recommend including transcripts and resume with the application.
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