Comptroller - Accounts Examiner- Returnship Program ( Temporary Full-time Positi
Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, Austin
Comptroller - Accounts Examiner- Returnship Program ( Temporary Full-time Position)
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Comptroller - Accounts Examiner- Returnship Program ( Temporary Full-time Position)
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Temporary Position This position will begin September 15, 2025, and will end on December 12, 2025 (Full-Time 40 hours per week)
Are you an experienced professional looking for an opportunity to step back into the workforce after having taken an extended career break? Or, do you think youre ready to return to the workforce, but not quite sure? CPA Returnship program helps put your skills to work, increase your capability and can even re-launch your career.
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Are you ready to grow, make a positive impact? If you are seeking to gain knowledge, build your career, and network among goal-oriented professionals, this is the place for you!
Innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence best describes the culture here at the Comptrollers Office. We take pride in the work we do serving as Texas' accountant, tax collector, treasurer, and much more! The Comptrollers office serves virtually every citizen in the state. As Texas chief tax collector, accountant, revenue estimator, treasurer and purchasing manager, the agency is responsible for writing the checks and keeping the books for the multi-billion-dollar business of state government.
Our agency workforce is as diverse as the people of Texas we serve. We value our employees and take very seriously our collective commitment to public service. Personal development opportunities are strongly encouraged through available workshops, teambuilding exercises, and on the job training. We offer flexible scheduling that helps employees maintain a healthy work-life balance.
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About The Division
The Account Maintenance Division primarily is responsible for establishing and maintaining accurate taxpayer account information. As part of these responsibilities, the division processes applications, establishes accounts; issues permits, licenses, decals and cigarette stamps; and resolves taxpayer report processing issues.
General description
Join the Account Maintenance team as a Accounts Examiner! The Account Maintenance Division is participating in the "Returnship Program" which will reintroduce on-the-job training skills to individuals who have been away from the workforce for two years or longer and are looking to re-enter the workforce. As a part of the Returnship Program, we are hiring for our Franchise Tax Filing Responsibilities Section section. For this position, work involves:
Researches, analyzes and processes franchise tax accounts. Maintains current working knowledge of franchise tax reinstatements, terminations, mergers, certificates of account status, privilege periods, charters, certificates of authority and determining nexus. Performs in a team-oriented environment subject to tight deadlines.
The candidates must have the ability to learn new concepts quickly and apply knowledge appropriately in a highly active environment with ever-changing circumstances. Apply today and help the Comptrollers office keep the Texas economy strong.
Work Hours
Agency standard work hours are Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm, 40 hours per week with occasional evening and weekend hours. Hours are subject to change based upon business need or division determination.
This position may be eligible for a flexible/hybrid work schedule if certain conditions are met; working arrangements may change at any time as business necessitates.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate s degree.
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelors degree in accounting, finance or business.
- Experience in accounting, finance or business dealing with analytical/problem-solving issues.
- Experience with Secretary of State and Texas Workforce Commission inquiry.
- Experience with Tax processing systems including ITS, TPR and AWM.
- Experience with Franchise tax statues and reporting requirements.
- Experience with Franchise tax processing system.
One (1) additional year of experience working in an accounting, finance or business dealing with analytical/problem solving issues may substitute for 30 semester hours of educational requirement with a maximum of 120 semester hours (four years).
In this role you will:
- Analyzes, determines, and sets up franchise tax accounts by processing Texas Nexus questionnaires received from taxpayers and corporate data received from the Texas Secretary of States Office. Determines if a corporation is in good standing and issues a certificate of account status. Examine, edit and update taxpayer accounts using information provided by taxpayers for changes to their account data. Identifies processing problems/errors and immediately notifies supervisor. Responds to questions from taxpayers, tax practitioners and agency personnel via telephone and in writing. Reviews assignments, prioritizes workload and follows all section policies and procedures to ensure established turnaround times or that deadlines are met.Prepares documentation to justify actions and monitors accounts for completion and subsequent actions.
- Interprets related tax statutes, rules and regulations to determine liability and taxability. Verifies validity of refund requests and initiates issuance of refunds. Calculates tax, penalty, and interest and refund amounts. Examines taxpayer accounts to determine appropriate and complete action(s) and ensures proper transactions are entered in the tax processing system(s) and properly documents actions. Reviews tax reports for accuracy of computation, proper tax rate and correct payment information.
- Provides information verbally and in writing when communicating with other division personnel, coworkers, management, and agency customers. Informs supervisor of status and progress of activities and workload inventories. Informs supervisor of problems or errors and recommends appropriate actions for resolution. Identifies and informs appropriate personnel of work status, changes or problems that affect the section or others. Makes recommendations for procedure changes and writes procedures. Identifies system problems and conducts testing. Learns and applies knowledge to progressively more critical and complex accounts. Prepares documentation to justify actions and monitors accounts for completion of subsequent actions. Participates in special projects/assignments as assigned.Informs supervisor of problems or errors and recommends appropriate actions for resolution.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
At the Comptroller's office, we know potential employees are looking for more than just a paycheck. The agency offers a strong benefits package for you and your family. Insurance, retirement plans, and a flexible work schedule are just the start. See our benefits offering
If you are seeking to gain knowledge, build your career, and network among goal-oriented professionals, this is the place for you!
Important Note to the Candidate:
Salary is contingent upon qualifications. If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.
MILITARY PREFERENCE
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Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.
The Comptrollers Office is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed applications. The application must contain the necessary information in the work history for the applicant to qualify for the position.
An applicant must be eligible to work in the United States to be hired at the Comptrollers office and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment .
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