State of Mississippi
Auditor I - Income Tax /Corporate Audit
State of Mississippi, Jackson, Mississippi, United States
Salary
$51,500.00 - $54,990.94 Annually
Location 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS
Job Type Full-Time
Job Number 9415-0181-20260107HD
Department 0181 - DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE
Opening Date 01/08/2026
Closing Date 1/14/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary $51,500.00
Agency Maximum Salary $54,990.94
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.
About the Position 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 be answering calls and emails regarding the application of corporate tax laws, of which you will have to respond in a timely and efficient manner. This position will be required to 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 Pan, Deferred Compensation Plan, Group Health Insurance.
What you’ll need to be Successful To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required.
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: 18 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
Health/Prescription Insurance Eligible employees have the opportunity to participate in the state's health and prescription insurance program. Employees may select either single or family coverage with affordable co‑payments. More detail can be found at Know Your Benefits.
Wellness Benefits Employees are eligible for a wellness and health promotion program. This plan provides annual benefits for certain services with first-dollar coverage with no deductible.
Life Insurance All eligible employees receive an actual term life insurance policy upon employment. The policy coverage is two times the employee's annual salary to a maximum of $100,000. More detail can be found at Life Insurance Choices.
Optional Insurances Many agencies offer discounted premiums for dental, vision, and cancer insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts Many state agencies provide opportunity for employees to participate in pre‑tax spending accounts. These accounts allow employees to withhold childcare expenses and unreimbursed medical expenses prior to application of state and federal taxes.
Paid Personal Leave and Sick Leave Full‑time employees receive paid time off for personal needs and for sick leave. Leave begins accruing after one month of employment and may be used as it is accrued. Employees earn approximately 18 days of personal leave annually and 12 days of sick leave annually.
Military Leave In accordance with federal law, all employees serving in the armed forces or the military reserves are entitled to 15 days per year for military training.
Holidays Employees receive up to 10 paid holidays to enjoy many of our nation's celebrations with family and friends.
Retirement Programs The State of Mississippi provides all its employees a Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution Retirement Program. Employees become vested in the State's retirement system after 8 years of employment. Both you and your employing agency contribute toward your retirement. More detailed information regarding the State's retirement program can be found at http://www.pers.state.ms.us.
Deferred Compensation State agencies offer several opportunities for their employees to participate in a deferred compensation voluntary retirement savings plan. More information can be found at Deferred Compensation.
State Credit Union All state employees are eligible to participate in the Mississippi Public Employees' Credit Union. This organization offers state employees special savings and borrowing plans. For more information about this program, call 601.948.8191.
Tuition Reimbursement Many state agencies provide opportunities for their employees to achieve higher education through tuition reimbursement. Common programs include medical and nursing fields, accounting, and business/administrative fields.
Career Development and Training The Mississippi State Personnel Board offers several management and administrative certification programs, as well as professional development courses to enhance employee value to the agency. Individual agencies also offer technical training and allow membership in professional organizations to employees in their specific fields of employment.
Promotion Opportunities Employees who have completed 6 or more months of service are eligible for promotional opportunities within state government employment. Minimum qualifications must be met.
Career Ladders Many job classifications provide career‑ladder opportunities based upon attainment of competencies. These career ladders can increase an individual’s salary, provided funds are available within the agency.
Questionnaire What is the highest level of education (or semester hours of college) you have completed?
None
GED or High School Equivalency Diploma / High School Diploma
30 semester hours
Associate's Degree / 60 semester hours
90 semester hours
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
Specialist Degree
Doctorate Degree
How many years of related experience do you have? (Refer to the job posting for an explanation of related experience.)
No experience
1 year of experience
2 years of experience
3 years of experience
4 years of experience
5 years of experience
6 years of experience
7 years of experience
8 years of experience
9 years of experience
10 years of experience
More than 10 years
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Location 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS
Job Type Full-Time
Job Number 9415-0181-20260107HD
Department 0181 - DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE
Opening Date 01/08/2026
Closing Date 1/14/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary $51,500.00
Agency Maximum Salary $54,990.94
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.
About the Position 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 be answering calls and emails regarding the application of corporate tax laws, of which you will have to respond in a timely and efficient manner. This position will be required to 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 Pan, Deferred Compensation Plan, Group Health Insurance.
What you’ll need to be Successful To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required.
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: 18 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
Health/Prescription Insurance Eligible employees have the opportunity to participate in the state's health and prescription insurance program. Employees may select either single or family coverage with affordable co‑payments. More detail can be found at Know Your Benefits.
Wellness Benefits Employees are eligible for a wellness and health promotion program. This plan provides annual benefits for certain services with first-dollar coverage with no deductible.
Life Insurance All eligible employees receive an actual term life insurance policy upon employment. The policy coverage is two times the employee's annual salary to a maximum of $100,000. More detail can be found at Life Insurance Choices.
Optional Insurances Many agencies offer discounted premiums for dental, vision, and cancer insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts Many state agencies provide opportunity for employees to participate in pre‑tax spending accounts. These accounts allow employees to withhold childcare expenses and unreimbursed medical expenses prior to application of state and federal taxes.
Paid Personal Leave and Sick Leave Full‑time employees receive paid time off for personal needs and for sick leave. Leave begins accruing after one month of employment and may be used as it is accrued. Employees earn approximately 18 days of personal leave annually and 12 days of sick leave annually.
Military Leave In accordance with federal law, all employees serving in the armed forces or the military reserves are entitled to 15 days per year for military training.
Holidays Employees receive up to 10 paid holidays to enjoy many of our nation's celebrations with family and friends.
Retirement Programs The State of Mississippi provides all its employees a Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution Retirement Program. Employees become vested in the State's retirement system after 8 years of employment. Both you and your employing agency contribute toward your retirement. More detailed information regarding the State's retirement program can be found at http://www.pers.state.ms.us.
Deferred Compensation State agencies offer several opportunities for their employees to participate in a deferred compensation voluntary retirement savings plan. More information can be found at Deferred Compensation.
State Credit Union All state employees are eligible to participate in the Mississippi Public Employees' Credit Union. This organization offers state employees special savings and borrowing plans. For more information about this program, call 601.948.8191.
Tuition Reimbursement Many state agencies provide opportunities for their employees to achieve higher education through tuition reimbursement. Common programs include medical and nursing fields, accounting, and business/administrative fields.
Career Development and Training The Mississippi State Personnel Board offers several management and administrative certification programs, as well as professional development courses to enhance employee value to the agency. Individual agencies also offer technical training and allow membership in professional organizations to employees in their specific fields of employment.
Promotion Opportunities Employees who have completed 6 or more months of service are eligible for promotional opportunities within state government employment. Minimum qualifications must be met.
Career Ladders Many job classifications provide career‑ladder opportunities based upon attainment of competencies. These career ladders can increase an individual’s salary, provided funds are available within the agency.
Questionnaire What is the highest level of education (or semester hours of college) you have completed?
None
GED or High School Equivalency Diploma / High School Diploma
30 semester hours
Associate's Degree / 60 semester hours
90 semester hours
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
Specialist Degree
Doctorate Degree
How many years of related experience do you have? (Refer to the job posting for an explanation of related experience.)
No experience
1 year of experience
2 years of experience
3 years of experience
4 years of experience
5 years of experience
6 years of experience
7 years of experience
8 years of experience
9 years of experience
10 years of experience
More than 10 years
Required Question
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