IMPORTANT NOTE:
ONLY CANDIDATES WHO HAVE A PERMANENT CITY TAX AUDITOR CIVIL SERVICE TITLE WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR AN INTERVIEW. PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR EMPLOYEE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (EIN) WHEN APPLYING AND INDICATE IN YOUR COVER LETTER IF YOU ARE A PERMANENT CITY TAX AUDITOR.
NYC Department of Finance (DOF) is responsible for administering the tax revenue laws of the city fairly, efficiently, and transparently to instill public confidence and encourage compliance while providing exceptional customer service.
The Treasury and Payment Services Division has over 500 staff and oversees the agency’s management of the City’s cash balances and its relationships with banking institutions. The division is responsible for the oversight of all City payment websites, the payment processing of tax returns, property recording forms, parking violation programs, and the collection of delinquent accounts. Treasury and Payment Services is also responsible for collecting outstanding violations issued by City agencies and adjudicated by the Environmental Control Board.
Payment Operations is responsible for the processing of payments for property taxes and property related charges for other City agencies, business taxes and excise taxes. The Division is responsible for communicating amounts due, maintaining quality control of Department records and delivering quality customer service to individuals seeking information on making payments or receiving refunds, performs account adjustments and responds to inquiries from the public relating to refunds.
The Refunds Unit is responsible for processing refunds for credits resulting from the following: business, excise, and 1127 taxes; property taxes and related charges; and parking summons violations charges. In addition, the group performs account adjustments and responds to inquiries from the public relating to refunds. The unit also handles chargebacks and credit card inquiries.
The Refunds Unit is currently seeking a highly motivated, highly organized, and detail-oriented individual to serve in the Business/Excise Refunds Unit. Specific duties for this position may include the but are not limited to the following:
• Reviewing corporate refund returns and case information and certifying that federal and state guidelines are followed, and information is accurate.
• Processing 1127 refund claims; approving refund cases.
• Reviewing Relocation and Employment Assistance Program (REAP) submissions.
• Responding to web notices and phone calls from taxpayers and/or their representatives.
• Serving as a unit tester for the Business Tax System (BTS).
• Assisting with BTS training.
• Preparing reports; and assisting management with special projects.
Minimum Qual Requirements
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university , including or supplemented by 24 semester credits in accounting, with at least one course each in auditing, U.S. taxation, advanced accounting, and cost accounting; or
2. An associate degree or 60 semester credits from an accredited college or university, including or supplemented by 24 semester credits in accounting, with at least one course each in auditing, U.S. taxation, advanced accounting, and cost accounting, and two years of full-time satisfactory tax-related auditing or tax accounting experience; or
3. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State’s department of education or a recognized accrediting organization and 24 semester credits in accounting from an accredited college, including at least one course each in auditing, U.S. taxation, advanced accounting, and cost accounting, and four years of full-time satisfactory tax related auditing or tax accounting experience; or
4. A satisfactory combination of education and/or experience which is equivalent to “1”, “2” or “3” above. Experience may be substituted for college education on the basis of one year of experience for each 30 semester credits. However, all candidates must have at least a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and 24 semester credits in accounting, including at least one course each in auditing, U.S. taxation, advanced accounting and cost accounting.
SPECIAL NOTE:
To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level II, individuals must have, in addition to meeting the minimum requirements, either one year of full-time satisfactory experience in Assignment Level I, or two years of full-time satisfactory tax-related auditing or tax accounting experience.
To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level III, individuals must have, in addition to meeting the minimum requirements, either two years of full-time satisfactory experience in Assignment Level II, or three years of full-time satisfactory tax-related auditing or tax accounting experience.
To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level IV, individuals must have, in addition to meeting the minimum requirements, either one year of full-time satisfactory experience in Assignment Level III, or four years of full-time satisfactory tax-related auditing or tax accounting experience.
Preferred Skills
• Experience with BTS is a plus.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and ability to multi-task.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
As a current or prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. Please review the notice to see if you may be eligible for programs and how to apply at nyc.gov/student loans.
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Field audits require travel within and outside of NYC. Out of town travel may be required.
Note: Department of Finance City Tax Auditors are prohibited from performing any outside tax-related work, and all other non-departmental work must be approved by the agency in advance of starting such employment.
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While we appreciate every applicant’s interest, only those under consideration will be contacted.
55-a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Public Svc Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at StudentAid.gov/PSLF .
Hours/Shift
Unless otherwise indicated, all positions require a five-day workweek.
Work Location
59 Maiden Lane, New York, NY 10038
(Current location but could be subject to change)
Residency Requirement
New York City Residency is not required for this position
POSTING DATE
08/26/2023
POST UNTIL
09/25/2023
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.