Auditor (Finance)

Added to system: 11/6/24 4:09 PM Region: Colorado Location: Aspen Up to $3,000 Sign On Bonus May Be Available Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The application must be filled out completely; stating "see resume" anywhere in the application, is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application. Enjoy Industry Leading Benefits: Generous paid vacation and extended sick leave, and holidays. Free and discounted transportation options to get around Aspen and the Valley. Professional development and learning opportunities, including a tuition reimbursement program. Health and wellbeing options that include Medical, Dental, Vision, robust and accessible employee assistance program, and nationally recognized wellbeing platform. Monetary bonuses for healthy lifestyle choices and to use towards other personal needs. Plan for your future with competitive employer contributions to a 401a retirement plans and Social Security, in addition to an individual 457b retirement plan and Roth IRA option. Have peace of mind with life and disability insurance. The City of Aspen is an Equal Opportunity Employer Job Title: Tax Auditor (Finance) Department: Finance Classification: Exempt Hiring Range: $65,936/annual - $74,173/annual Salary Range: $65,936/annual - $98,904/annual Are you highly analytical and strong in Excel? Do you enjoy collaborating with others to gather information, provide support and communicate for overall understanding? Are you good with numbers and enjoy working through challenging problems? If so, you might be a great fit for the City's current open Auditor position While specific tax experience is desirable, it is not required for consideration and can be taught. General responsibilities for this role include use tax auditing and other financial analysis; focusing on compliance for lodging taxes, including internet-based vacation rental platforms to ensure compliance with city ordinances. Position works under the general supervision of the Finance Director.Essential Job Functions: Use Tax Schedules and conducts audits of final reconciliation returns for use tax. Communicates audit process to taxpayer and/or contractor. Gathers and evaluates sufficient records to provide an adequate basis for determining the accuracy of the tax returns filed to verify payments and request for funds. Prepares correspondence regarding audit scheduling, documentation, payment agreements, and follow up. Communicates audit results to taxpayer or taxpayer representatives both orally and in writing. Sales Tax Schedules and conducts audits of local and certain identified out of area taxpayers. Audits returns, books, accounts, and records of private businesses to determine sales/lodging/use taxes and prepares summary reports of findings. Prepares correspondence regarding audit scheduling, documentation, assessments, payment agreements, and follow-up. Reviews returns, including supporting documentation, to verify payments and requests for refunds. Reviews delinquent accounts and pursues collection. Emphasis on vacation rental enforcement from on-line booking platforms. Real Estate Transfer Tax Reconciles RETT receipts to Pitkin County Clerk and Recorder records. Performs monthly reconciliation to receipt log maintained by the Finance Window staffer (Cashier). Customer Service Serves as back-up to respond to internal and external tax related inquiries. Researches and resolves notices or issues as requested. Supports in the research of tax issues. Technical Accounting Functions and Special Projects May work on general ledger accounts, month-end & year-end closing. May make recommendations for increased productivity/efficiency and internal controls. Support in the maintenance and accuracy of data housed and exported from the City's online software platforms around business licenses, sales and lodging taxes, and vacation rental permits. Works with outside vendor to correct issues associated with these systems. City Organizational Values Supports and models the City of Aspen organizational values: Service, Partnership, Stewardship, and Innovation. Organizational values are shared principles that guide behavior across the organization. This position is responsible for upholding and applying these values while performing daily work functions. Other duties as assigned. ________________________________________ Core Competencies: Displays the following key competencies and behaviors in the overall job performance to include knowledge, skills and abilities: Service: Provides service with excellence, humility, integrity, and respect in daily work, builds trust by listening, treats people with respect, acknowledges opportunities for improvement, and follows through with commitments. Partnership: Actively creates strong, supportive internal and external relationships to attain a common goal and achieve greater impact together. Stewardship: Balances social, environmental, and financial responsibilities, evaluating the impact of decision making on a thriving future for all. Innovation: Develops technical expertise to pursue new ideas and creative outcomes, grounded in Aspen's unique culture, opportunities and challenges. Communication: Knowledge of effective and appropriate communication. Ability to use knowledge effectively in various contexts which may require oral, written, visual and non-verbal communication. Interpersonal: Works to develop strength in interpersonal skills. Has the ability to work well with diverse groups of people, both inside and outside the organization. Technology: Demonstrates technology skills sufficient for the nature and level of position. Demonstrates a willingness to learn new technologies and transition job duties accordingly to support technological advances and innovation. Accounting: Knowledge of and ability to use the principles and practices of basic accounting functions, including the current GAAS (Generally Accepted Auditing Standards) and GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) standards, and an understanding of relevant laws and regulations. Policies & Regulations: Knowledge of the principles and practices of municipal accounting. Including applicable state and local laws relating to business licensing including the City of Aspen Tax Code, fiscal policies and regulations. ________________________________________ Minimum Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field. Experience: Two years of professional accounting/auditing experience. Technical Knowledge: Must be proficient in the following areas: Microsoft Outlook Email, Excel, and a basic understanding of computers and online computer-based technology applications, which includes accessing web based platforms. Proficient in financial functions in Oracle Cloud ERP (or similar software) and/or ability to become proficient within first six months Licenses & Certifications: Must possess a valid Colorado Driver's License or be able to obtain one within 30 days of start date. NOTE: Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required abilities, knowledge and skills as determined by the City of Aspen may be substituted for the requirements above. NOTE: This position requires a Criminal Background Check upon hire. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Criminal Background Check. Position Type and Work Hours: Regular full time, hours may vary with workload. Evenings/Weekends will occasionally (monthly) be required depending on department needs and special projects. Work Environment: Indoors: Office environment. Outdoors/Off-Site: Meetings, trainings, and site visits at a variety of city facilities and areas. Physical Demands: Bending: Bending or position oneself to move an object from one level to another. Gripping/Grasping: Ability to apply pressure with fingers and palm. Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, through use of hands, fingers, or other means. Hearing: Perceiving and comprehending the nature and direction of sounds. Reaching: Extending the hands and arms or other device in any direction. Repetitive motions: Making frequent or continuous movements. Sitting: Remaining in a stationary position. Standing: Ability to sustain position for a period of time. Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. Talking: Communicating ideas or exchanging information. Visual Acuity: Ability to bring objects into focus. Walking: Ability to move to traverse from one location to another. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.