County of Riverside
Overview
Auditor/Appraiser I/II role at County of Riverside, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder (ACR), Business Personal Property Division, Riverside, CA.
The position involves using auditing and appraisal procedures to determine the proper value of assessable property, conducting audits related to chaptered legislation and the department’s internal operations, and preparing audit reports with findings and recommendations. The selected candidate may travel to offsite locations for in-person audits and site visits. The department seeks candidates with experience in property tax audits, appraisal work, or work within a Treasurer-Tax Collector's Office, and strong time management, customer service, critical thinking, and communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is highly desirable. A hybrid telework schedule may be available based on business need, but in-person work may be required at times. The level at which the position will be filled is at the Department's discretion and is based on candidate qualifications.
The Auditor/Appraiser I is a natural progression underfill for the Auditor/Appraiser II, with eligibility to promote within one year based on performance, education, and obtaining a valid Appraiser's Certificate issued by the State Board of Equalization. Failure to meet minimum qualifications for promotion may result in return to the former County classification or release prior to the end of the probationary period.
Responsibilities
Perform property tax audits of businesses and agricultural enterprises that annually report supplies, equipment, and improvements for assessment purposes; review company accounting records to determine amounts of taxable property on hand; prepare audit reports and adjust tax rolls as necessary.
Examine property statements submitted by taxpayers for accuracy and completeness; calculate assessable values of supplies and fixed assets in accordance with established appraisal procedures.
Conduct audits on chaptered legislation and internal operations of the department.
Examine, verify, and evaluate accounting records, operations, procedures, and systems for compliance with established department, county or state requirements.
Explain audit and assessment procedures/valuations to taxpayers and company representatives.
Perform field inspections of business locations in order to update assessment information.
Examine values for non-commercial aircraft and boats/vessels.
May appear as a witness at Assessment Appeals Board hearings.
May assist in the training of Auditor/Appraiser I personnel.
Qualifications Auditor/Appraiser I
— Annual salary range: $68,481.50 - $90,176.40
Option I : Education – Bachelor's degree with at least 18 semester or 27 quarter units in accounting, finance, auditing, taxation, financial reporting, or closely related coursework.
Option II : Possession of a valid CPA or CIA certification.
Knowledge of accounting principles and practices; general business laws; auditing and cost accounting.
Ability to learn appraisal principles and methods; read and interpret laws and regulations; prepare clear reports; establish and maintain effective working relationships; maintain accurate records.
Auditor/Appraiser II
— Annual salary range: $75,934.63 - $104,950.47
Option I : Education in business/public administration, economics, finance, accounting, auditing, or a related field; accounting specialization (18/27 units) as described.
Experience: Up to one year performing professional accounting, auditing, or auditor/appraiser work equivalent to a County of Riverside Auditor/Appraiser I.
Option II : Possession of a valid CPA or CIA certification.
Knowledge of the principles and applications of accounting, auditing, and appraisal procedures; revenue and taxation codes; statistical sampling and related techniques.
Ability to read and interpret laws and regulations; analyze data; prepare clear reports; maintain records; guide and instruct others; establish working relationships.
May appear as a witness at hearings; may perform special research projects; may assist in training.
Licenses and Requirements
Possession of a valid California Driver’s License is required.
Possession of a State Board of Equalization Appraiser's Certificate (must obtain within one year if not currently held).
Open and Equal Opportunity
Open to all applicants; Veteran’s Preference policy applicable; instructions for applying provided in posting.
The County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on protected bases.
Additional Information
Pre-employment requirements including background investigation and fingerprinting; may include a pre-employment physical and probationary period as per policy.
General information about priority consideration for current County employees and for future vacancies; postings may close early based on volume.
For general application guidance and contact information, please refer to the posting or visit the County HR site.
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The position involves using auditing and appraisal procedures to determine the proper value of assessable property, conducting audits related to chaptered legislation and the department’s internal operations, and preparing audit reports with findings and recommendations. The selected candidate may travel to offsite locations for in-person audits and site visits. The department seeks candidates with experience in property tax audits, appraisal work, or work within a Treasurer-Tax Collector's Office, and strong time management, customer service, critical thinking, and communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is highly desirable. A hybrid telework schedule may be available based on business need, but in-person work may be required at times. The level at which the position will be filled is at the Department's discretion and is based on candidate qualifications.
The Auditor/Appraiser I is a natural progression underfill for the Auditor/Appraiser II, with eligibility to promote within one year based on performance, education, and obtaining a valid Appraiser's Certificate issued by the State Board of Equalization. Failure to meet minimum qualifications for promotion may result in return to the former County classification or release prior to the end of the probationary period.
Responsibilities
Perform property tax audits of businesses and agricultural enterprises that annually report supplies, equipment, and improvements for assessment purposes; review company accounting records to determine amounts of taxable property on hand; prepare audit reports and adjust tax rolls as necessary.
Examine property statements submitted by taxpayers for accuracy and completeness; calculate assessable values of supplies and fixed assets in accordance with established appraisal procedures.
Conduct audits on chaptered legislation and internal operations of the department.
Examine, verify, and evaluate accounting records, operations, procedures, and systems for compliance with established department, county or state requirements.
Explain audit and assessment procedures/valuations to taxpayers and company representatives.
Perform field inspections of business locations in order to update assessment information.
Examine values for non-commercial aircraft and boats/vessels.
May appear as a witness at Assessment Appeals Board hearings.
May assist in the training of Auditor/Appraiser I personnel.
Qualifications Auditor/Appraiser I
— Annual salary range: $68,481.50 - $90,176.40
Option I : Education – Bachelor's degree with at least 18 semester or 27 quarter units in accounting, finance, auditing, taxation, financial reporting, or closely related coursework.
Option II : Possession of a valid CPA or CIA certification.
Knowledge of accounting principles and practices; general business laws; auditing and cost accounting.
Ability to learn appraisal principles and methods; read and interpret laws and regulations; prepare clear reports; establish and maintain effective working relationships; maintain accurate records.
Auditor/Appraiser II
— Annual salary range: $75,934.63 - $104,950.47
Option I : Education in business/public administration, economics, finance, accounting, auditing, or a related field; accounting specialization (18/27 units) as described.
Experience: Up to one year performing professional accounting, auditing, or auditor/appraiser work equivalent to a County of Riverside Auditor/Appraiser I.
Option II : Possession of a valid CPA or CIA certification.
Knowledge of the principles and applications of accounting, auditing, and appraisal procedures; revenue and taxation codes; statistical sampling and related techniques.
Ability to read and interpret laws and regulations; analyze data; prepare clear reports; maintain records; guide and instruct others; establish working relationships.
May appear as a witness at hearings; may perform special research projects; may assist in training.
Licenses and Requirements
Possession of a valid California Driver’s License is required.
Possession of a State Board of Equalization Appraiser's Certificate (must obtain within one year if not currently held).
Open and Equal Opportunity
Open to all applicants; Veteran’s Preference policy applicable; instructions for applying provided in posting.
The County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on protected bases.
Additional Information
Pre-employment requirements including background investigation and fingerprinting; may include a pre-employment physical and probationary period as per policy.
General information about priority consideration for current County employees and for future vacancies; postings may close early based on volume.
For general application guidance and contact information, please refer to the posting or visit the County HR site.
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