Job description
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 of the Department of Finance has over 500 staff and oversees the agency's management of City cash balances and relationships with banking institutions, oversight of all City payment websites, document and payment processing of tax returns, property recording forms, parking ticket operations , and collection of delinquent accounts. Treasury and Payment Services is responsible for collecting outstanding violations issued by the Sanitation and Buildings Departments and other City agencies that have been adjudicated by the Environmental Control Board (ECB).
The Collections Division is responsible for managing the life-cycle of the Department's delinquent business tax, parking fines, ECB violations and property taxes. Our mission is to collect as much outstanding New York City debt as possible by proactively informing taxpayers and respondents of their debt, insisting on timely payment, and utilizing enforcement measures as a last resort.
The Collections Division Business Tax Unit is seeking a detailed-oriented, self-motivated and proactive individual to serve as a City Tax Auditor Level 2.
Reporting to the Business Tax Group Chief, the selected candidate will be actively involved in review of business financial records and respond to disputes claimed by a debtors. Includes but is not limited to:
The Treasury and Payment Services Division of the Department of Finance has over 500 staff and oversees the agency's management of City cash balances and relationships with banking institutions, oversight of all City payment websites, document and payment processing of tax returns, property recording forms, parking ticket operations , and collection of delinquent accounts. Treasury and Payment Services is responsible for collecting outstanding violations issued by the Sanitation and Buildings Departments and other City agencies that have been adjudicated by the Environmental Control Board (ECB).
The Collections Division is responsible for managing the life-cycle of the Department's delinquent business tax, parking fines, ECB violations and property taxes. Our mission is to collect as much outstanding New York City debt as possible by proactively informing taxpayers and respondents of their debt, insisting on timely payment, and utilizing enforcement measures as a last resort.
The Collections Division Business Tax Unit is seeking a detailed-oriented, self-motivated and proactive individual to serve as a City Tax Auditor Level 2.
Reporting to the Business Tax Group Chief, the selected candidate will be actively involved in review of business financial records and respond to disputes claimed by a debtors. Includes but is not limited to:
- Understanding of professional tax auditing work relevant to all cases referred to the Collections Division for resolution including, but not limited to cases resulting from Audit, Payment
- Conduct business tax reviews for MOCS cases received from MOCS, and Vendors. To complete appropriate correspondence including affidavits, questionnaires, and bills as appropriate.
- Respond to all general inquiries from taxpayers, debtors and/or its representatives relevant to cases in the Collections Division Inventory and/or cases where the taxpayers have requested
- Assist in Special Projects that require research, using Legacy system, BTS, STARS/PASS/CACS etc. and/or special accounting skills and preparation of reports and using formatted data
- Utilize BTS application and provide recommendations to improve Financial Review Unit internal processes.
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.
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
- Strong auditing skills with a background in DOF business Taxes.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to collect and analyze relevant financial data.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to grasp new concepts, approaches, and systems.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of DOF legacy systems - GenTax, CACS, STARS, etc.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize projects as well as work independently.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
(Current location but could be subject to change)
(Current location but could be subject to change)
Residency Requirement
New York City Residency is not required for this position
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