Tax Compliance Auditor I, II, or III
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Tax Compliance Auditor I, II, or III
Salary
$60,502.00 - $98,299.00 Annually
Location
50 E. Civic Center Drive, AZ
Job Type
Full Time
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number
26-0014
Department
FINANCE & MANAGEMENT SERVICES
Division
FM TAX COMPLIANCE
Opening Date
07/03/2025
Closing Date
7/20/2025 11:59 PM Arizona
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We Are Seeking
With every job we fill, our focus is on providing best-in-class service to our citizens while offering the opportunity for professional growth in a rewarding and innovative work environment. Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position of Tax Compliance Auditor I, II, or III.
The Tax Compliance Auditor I, II, or III reports to the Assistant Tax Compliance Manager and plays a key role in ensuring Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) compliance through relationship-driven service. Auditors focus on supporting the entire compliance cycle—from licensing to helping businesses through the audit process, facilitating resolution through payment or collection efforts, and providing ongoing education to ensure accurate future filings and payments. Public engagement is central to the role, with auditors conducting on-site visits, office consultations, and phone outreach to build trust and foster long-term partnerships with the business community. Besides audit-related duties, the position also supports revenue administration, contributes to special projects, and provides taxpayer education through public classes and outreach efforts designed to equip businesses with the knowledge and tools for sustained compliance.
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This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule with time being split between telecommuting from home and working in the office. Telecommuting privileges are approved at the sole discretion of the supervisor and department management; as such, the department reserves the right to modify or discontinue telecommuting arrangements at any point.
About You
You are someone who effectively exceeds customer needs by building productive relationships, and taking responsibility for customer satisfaction and loyalty. You actively participate as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals and produce quality outcomes. You are committed to our safety philosophy, and you take great pride in proactively managing time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently while accomplishing objectives and achieving goals beyond what is required.
At Team Gilbert, we hire innovative, forward thinking problem-solvers who love what they do! In addition to possessing the ability to live out our core and functional values daily, candidates must possess the following requirements:
Tax Compliance Auditor I - Minimum Qualifications:
+ 0-1 year of specialized or technical training beyond High School in Communications, Accounting, Auditing, Business, Finance, Economics, Social Sciences or a related field;
+ 0-1 years of tax administration, local or State Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) audit experience preferred, and experience analyzing and deciphering tax law and other relevant legal materials;
+ 2 years of customer service experience;
+ Combination of education and experience may be considered;
+ Basic understanding of TPT and Use Tax Law, Model City Tax Code, and Arizona Revised Statutes;
+ Basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), and business practices relative to a business’s keeping of accounts and other financial records;
+ Ability to develop and maintain working relationships by providing quality service in a fair, equitable manner to all customers, and to diffuse challenging situations;
+ Basic analytical skills
Tax Compliance Auditor II - Minimum Qualifications:
+ Associates Degree in Communications, Accounting, Auditing, Business, Finance, Economics, Social Sciences or a related field;
+ 1-2 years of local or State Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) audit experience preferred, and experience analyzing and deciphering tax law and other relevant legal materials;
+ 3 years of customer service experience;
+ Combination of education and experience may be considered;
+ Auditor Certification from the Arizona Department of Revenue preferred;
+ Knowledge of TPT and Use Tax Law; Model City Tax Code, and all related court cases, rulings, and procedures impacting current and application of laws;
+ Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), and business practices relative to a business’ keeping of accounts and other financial records;
+ Ability to develop and maintain working relationships by providing quality service in a fair, equitable manner to all customers, and to diffuse challenging situations;
+ Moderate analytical skills
Tax Compliance Auditor III - Minimum Qualifications:
+ Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Accounting, Auditing, Business, Finance, Economics, Social Sciences or a related field.
+ 4 years of extensive customer service experience.
+ 3 years of progressively complex local or State Transaction Privilege Tax auditing.
+ 3 years of local interpretation of tax code, law, policies, and regulations.
+ 2-3 years of analytical research, including but not limited to descriptive, diagnostic, and predictive.
+ Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.
This position is an At-Will position and is FLSA Exempt – ineligible for overtime compensation.
This position requires Light Work: exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.
Why Team Gilbert?
Gilbert’s Mission: Anticipate. Create. Help People
Our Values: DRIVEN, KIND, BOLD, HUMBLE
Awards: (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/about-us/team-gilbert/awards-accolades) We are proud of these achievements and continue to work hard to make Gilbert the best place to live, work and play.
We Are Here to Help!
Gilbert is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If any reasonable accommodation is needed while participating in the application and interviewing process, please contact our People Team (Human Resources) at 480-503-6823. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Town of Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying positions that includes medical and dental insurance, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, babies at work, and more! Click Here (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/home/showdocument?id=42978&t=637793142009536761) to see a list of our benefit offerings at-a-glance.
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Please select the level that best matches your qualifications based on experience and job description requirements:
+ Auditor I
+ Auditor II
+ Auditor III
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Do you have a degree or any specialized or technical training beyond high school?
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If you answered yes to the previous question, please indicate the degree or training. If you answered no, please enter N/A.
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If you do not have a degree or training, but feel that you have equivalent experience, please describe it in the space below. If not, please enter N/A.
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Please describe any experience you have with auditing and/or Transaction Privilege Tax. If you do not have experience in this area, please enter N/A.
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Please describe a time when you provided exceptional customer service.
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Please describe how you handled an adverse or confrontational situation.
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Describe a situation where you used research or data analysis to solve a problem, make a decision, or support a recommendation.
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What is the difference between Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) and sales tax, and how might those difference affect the role of an auditor in Arizona.
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What is the tax rate in the Town of Gilbert?
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The following question is strictly confidential and will not be made part of your application for employment. Preference Status per Arizona Revised Statute 38-492 (select all that apply):
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Employer
Town of Gilbert
Address
50 E. Civic Center Drive Gilbert, Arizona, 85296
Phone
(480) 503-6823
Website
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