Revenue Tax Specialist 2

Job Description

Mission Statement
The Louisiana Sales and Use Tax Commission for Remote Sellers was created by Act 274 of the 2017 Regular Legislative Session. The Commission is charged with the administration and collection of sales and use tax with respect to remote sellers. We promote uniformity and simplicity in compliance, and we adhere to the Code of Government Ethics while providing leadership and professionalism in our duties to those we represent and serve.

Overview
The Tax Specialist 2 processes returns and payments, manages remote seller accounts, and assists taxpayers with filing and compliance.

Key Competencies:
Attention to detail, analytical skills, knowledge of tax laws, strong communication, and accuracy in processing taxpayer information.

What Makes It Unique
This role supports a specialized statewide commission and plays a key part in the growing area of remote seller tax administration.Six semester hours in accounting, business, economics, finance, management, information systems management, or quantitative methods plus one of the following:Four years of experience in accounting, financial auditing, tax administration, tax policy or law, management analysis, or administrative services in a financial settingSix years of full-time work experience in any field plus one year of experience in accounting, financial auditing, tax administration, tax policy or law, management analysis, or administrative services in a financial setting; ORA bachelor's degree plus one year of experience in accounting, financial auditing, tax administration, tax policy or law, management analysis, or administrative services in a financial setting; ORAn advanced degree or Juris Doctorate; ORPossession of a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or a current Louisiana license to practice law.EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.Job Duties:
The Louisiana Sales and Use Tax Commission for Remote Sellers was created and established for the administration and collection of the sales and use tax imposed by the state and political subdivisions with respect to remote sales.

• Ensure payments are properly applied to taxpayer accounts.

• Reconcile bank statements with payments received in the portal

• Authorize or recommend issuance of any refund or credit due.

• Review penalty waiver requests and makes a determination or recommendation in accordance with Commission-adopted guidance

• Responsible for assisting taxpayers with applications, filing of returns, payment of taxes, and any general questions.

• Educate taxpayer regarding compliance with state statutes and local tax ordinances.

Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational - up to 24 months
Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
Office located at 7722 Office Park Blvd, Baton Rouge

How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score or assessment is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.*
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Renee Ellender Roberie
Louisiana Remote Sellers Commission
renee.roberie@la.gov
225.342.2156

Minimum Qualifications

Six semester hours in accounting, business, economics, finance, management, information systems management, or quantitative methods plus one of the following:Four years of experience in accounting, financial auditing, tax administration, tax policy or law, management analysis, or administrative services in a financial settingSix years of full-time work experience in any field plus one year of experience in accounting, financial auditing, tax administration, tax policy or law, management analysis, or administrative services in a financial setting; ORA bachelor's degree plus one year of experience in accounting, financial auditing, tax administration, tax policy or law, management analysis, or administrative services in a financial setting; ORAn advanced degree or Juris Doctorate; ORPossession of a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or a current Louisiana license to practice law.EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.Job Duties: The Louisiana Sales and Use Tax Commission for Remote Sellers was created and established for the administration and collection of the sales and use tax imposed by the state and political subdivisions with respect to remote sales. • Ensure payments are properly applied to taxpayer accounts. • Reconcile bank statements with payments received in the portal • Authorize or recommend issuance of any refund or credit due. • Review penalty waiver requests and makes a determination or recommendation in accordance with Commission-adopted guidance • Responsible for assisting taxpayers with applications, filing of returns, payment of taxes, and any general questions. • Educate taxpayer regarding compliance with state statutes and local tax ordinances.