State of Mississippi
Auditor I - Income Tax /Corporate Audit
State of Mississippi, Jackson, Mississippi, United States, 39200
Auditor I - Income Tax / Corporate Audit
Location: 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS
Salary: $51,500.00 - $54,990.94 Annually
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 9415-0181-20260107HD (0181 - DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE)
Opening Date: 01/08/2026
About the Agency The Department of Revenue is the primary agency for collecting tax revenues that support state and local governments in Mississippi. For inquiries regarding this position, you can contact DeAndria Trunnell at DeAndria.Trunnel@dor.ms.gov.
In this position, you will be responsible for auditing tax returns, reconciling accounts, reviewing amended returns, approving refunds, conducting tax credit reviews, attending tax appeal hearings and reviewing correspondence submitted by taxpayers. You will also answer calls and emails regarding the application of corporate tax laws, and respond in a timely and efficient manner. This position will require travel approximately ten (10) months per year, often overnight, and at least eight (8) nights per month. Travel and mileage are reimbursed.
Benefits: Remote work opportunities, travel across the county — often overnight, mileage reimbursement, flexible work hours, CPA Benefits Program, Retirement Plan, Deferred Compensation Plan, Group Health Insurance.
What You'll Need to Be Successful
Ability to interpret and apply tax laws, policies, and procedures
Detail oriented with good organizational and time management skills
Demonstrate and practice ethical behavior and confidentiality
Maintain a courteous and friendly attitude when interacting with customers
Regular, consistent, and punctual attendance
Strong problem-solving and trouble-shooting skills
An outstanding work ethic
Self-motivated
Preferred Qualifications Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 0-2 years of experience.
Agency Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in accounting or related field with a minimum of 24 hours in the following courses:
Principles of Accounting I and II
Intermediate Accounting I and II
Federal Income Tax
Auditing
The remaining 6 hours may be selected from the following:
Cost Accounting
Advanced Accounting
Business Law
Advanced Auditing
Accounting Systems
Managerial Accounting
Advanced Federal Income Tax
Auditing Problems
See MSPB Careers for information regarding this classification.
Employer: State of Mississippi
Address: 210 East Capitol Street Suite 800 Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
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Salary: $51,500.00 - $54,990.94 Annually
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 9415-0181-20260107HD (0181 - DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE)
Opening Date: 01/08/2026
About the Agency The Department of Revenue is the primary agency for collecting tax revenues that support state and local governments in Mississippi. For inquiries regarding this position, you can contact DeAndria Trunnell at DeAndria.Trunnel@dor.ms.gov.
In this position, you will be responsible for auditing tax returns, reconciling accounts, reviewing amended returns, approving refunds, conducting tax credit reviews, attending tax appeal hearings and reviewing correspondence submitted by taxpayers. You will also answer calls and emails regarding the application of corporate tax laws, and respond in a timely and efficient manner. This position will require travel approximately ten (10) months per year, often overnight, and at least eight (8) nights per month. Travel and mileage are reimbursed.
Benefits: Remote work opportunities, travel across the county — often overnight, mileage reimbursement, flexible work hours, CPA Benefits Program, Retirement Plan, Deferred Compensation Plan, Group Health Insurance.
What You'll Need to Be Successful
Ability to interpret and apply tax laws, policies, and procedures
Detail oriented with good organizational and time management skills
Demonstrate and practice ethical behavior and confidentiality
Maintain a courteous and friendly attitude when interacting with customers
Regular, consistent, and punctual attendance
Strong problem-solving and trouble-shooting skills
An outstanding work ethic
Self-motivated
Preferred Qualifications Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 0-2 years of experience.
Agency Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in accounting or related field with a minimum of 24 hours in the following courses:
Principles of Accounting I and II
Intermediate Accounting I and II
Federal Income Tax
Auditing
The remaining 6 hours may be selected from the following:
Cost Accounting
Advanced Accounting
Business Law
Advanced Auditing
Accounting Systems
Managerial Accounting
Advanced Federal Income Tax
Auditing Problems
See MSPB Careers for information regarding this classification.
Employer: State of Mississippi
Address: 210 East Capitol Street Suite 800 Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
#J-18808-Ljbffr