Albemarle County · 2 days ago
Business Auditor
Charlottesville, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$59K/yr - $94K/yr
2+ years expAlbemarle County is seeking a Business Auditor to perform complex professional and technical work in inspecting and auditing local taxes for compliance with state and County laws. The role involves conducting financial examinations, interpreting tax laws, and collaborating with various departments to enhance taxpayer awareness and compliance.
Government Administration
No H1B
Responsibilities
Conducts professional and financial examinations through desk and field audits by examining, testing, evaluating and analyzing complex financial records, tax returns, reports from state and local resources for discovery purposes, and the business operation of the business establishments to ensure proper application, adjustment and enforcement of state and County tax laws, and develops and presents findings within written reports
Researches, interprets as well as applies state and County laws, case law, rulings, and opinions to apply taxes fairly, equitably, and uniformly and recommends changes and interpretations of tax ordinances
Responds to the public, employee, and management for inquires and questions and explains complex tax laws and regulations in an accurate, informative and customer-friendly manner
Works closely and expansively with state and County departments and agencies on the validation and evaluation of Performance Agreements process for local grant discernment
Participates in the processes for tax compliance outreach to enhance customer service experience and taxpayers’ awareness of their local tax responsibilities and accessibility to tax payment options
Participates in the fiscal year-end preparation of financial and statistical reports for the financial audit
Assists team employees for customer services as needed during high volume periods
Works closely with other departments and units to provide subject matter expertise on the County’s revenue forecasting
Drafts detailed analytical reports and studies related to local tax issues
Makes oral presentations to small and large professional groups as needed
Seeks out process improvement opportunities in all workflows and functions within the unit by reviewing current operating procedures and provide recommendation and updates
Leads, trains, and assists team employees on complex tax issues by sharing working knowledge and experience and provides supervision of team employees as needed
Maintains strong working knowledge of auditing and accounting principles and state and County tax laws
Coordinates with the Collections employees and County Attorney's Office for compliance enforcement including issuing written notices of warnings or summons, participating in court actions and providing court testimony when necessary
Attends various educational classes, meetings, seminars and conferences, both in-person and virtually, including those offered through the Virginia Commissioners of Revenue Association, Treasurers Association of Virginia and Virginia Government Finance Officers Association to maintain professional development
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business management, finance, or a related field with course work equivalent to a major concentration in accounting and/or auditing
Minimum of 2 years audit experience
Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia
Advanced skills in computer systems including MS Office Suite
Identify, gather, analyze, and present data
Develop and maintain various data sets and data tracking tools
Thorough knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and techniques as applied to taxation
Thorough knowledge of auditing principles, practices, and techniques
Comprehensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Comprehensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS)
Comprehensive knowledge of local taxation including assessment concepts, methodology and techniques authorized under state and County laws
Clear understanding of confidentiality, Virginia Secrecy Act, and the laws governing the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)
Exceptional customer service skills
Critical thinking skills and analytical skills
Time management skills to prioritize workloads to meet tight deadlines
Effective oral and written communication skills
Interpret and apply complex tax laws
Plan, program, and coordinate the audit examinations
Make sound judgement in analyzing information and situation and be responsive to questions or issues
Interact confidently and effectively with businesspeople, attorneys, CPA's and other tax professionals to ensure local tax compliance and defend assessments
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Multi-task effectively and efficiently to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines
Promote cultural understanding and competency and an organizational climate of equity and inclusion
Preferred
CPA or related certification
Master Deputy Governmental Treasurer or Master Deputy Commissioner of the Revenue
Benefits
12 paid holidays
Paid vacation and sick leave
Health insurance options with employer contribution
Employer-paid life insurance
VRS retirement
Continuing education/training opportunities
Company
Albemarle County
Albemarle County Local Government's vision is a thriving County anchored by a strong economy and excellent education system, that honors its rural heritage, scenic beauty, and natural and historic resources while fostering attractive and vibrant communities.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jacob Sumner
Chief Financial Officer
Kristy Shifflett
Chief Operating Officer
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