Tax Analyst

Job Description

Tax Analyst

(
260005DD
)

Organization
:

Taxation
Agency Contact Name and Information
:

Allison Barton - Allison.Barton@tax.ohio.gov For all other inquiries please contact the HR Mainline at 614-466-3020 or email the staffing team at HRStaffing@tax.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
:

Aug 24, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
:

Northland 3rd Floor

4485 Northland Ridge Boulevard

Columbus

43229
Primary Location
:

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation
:

$31.25 - $43.27
Schedule
:

Full-time
Classified Indicator
:

Unclassified
Union
:

Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill
:

Economics and Development
Technical Skills
:

Economics and Development
Professional Skills
:

Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Interpreting Data

Agency Overview
Creating a seamless and user-centric experience for all Ohio Taxpayers
Job Description
The Ohio Department of Taxation

is responsible for the administration of individual and business taxes across the state. Guided by our Mission Statement, we are ONE TEAM providing education, innovation, outreach, and exceptional service to our customers through courtesy, accuracy, and responsiveness in each interaction. Taxation is committed to building a strong and skilled workforce. We invest in the development of each employee through comprehensive training, a competitive total compensation package that includes benefits (medical, dental, and vision insurance), tuition reimbursement, health and wellness programs, work-life balance initiatives, and opportunities for career advancement.

The Ohio Department of Taxation is seeking to fill one (1) Tax Analyst position in the Tax Analysis Division.
The purpose of the Tax Analysis Division is to maintain a continuous study of the practical operation of all taxation and revenue laws of the state, the manner in which and extent to which such laws provide revenues for the support of the state and its political subdivisions, the probable effect upon such revenue of possible changes in existing laws, and the possible enactment of measures providing for other forms of taxation.
What You'll do as a Tax Analyst:
A Tax Analyst performs a wide range of research activities. A Tax Analyst analyzes proposed tax changes (e.g., new taxes, changes to existing taxes) to determine revenue impacts for policy makers including the Governor and the General Assembly. The Tax Analyst also analyzes existing taxes to provide detailed information and insight into tax receipts and forecasts of future results. Additionally, the Tax Analyst performs tax policy research.
The duties of the Tax Analyst include the following:

Evaluating the impact of proposed tax changes on state tax receipts
Analyzing existing taxes for revenue impact and providing forecasts of future results
Conducting research on tax policy issues
To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability for the application or interview process, please contact ADA Coordinator J.D. Hawkins by phone: 614-387-1782 or by email to:
Accessibility@tax.ohio.gov
.
A full Position Description will be provided during the interview process.
Why Work for the State of Ohio
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our
Total Rewards website
! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of
eligibility period

Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year

Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave

Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)

Public Retirement Systems (
such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS
)

& Optional Deferred Compensation (
Ohio Deferred Compensation
)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Qualifications
Completion of graduate core program in economics, statistics, business administration or public administration; 36 mos. trg. or 36 mos. exp. in use of statistical software (e.g., SAS), query languages & data base analysis techniques; 36mos. trg. or 36 mos. exp. in tax law & government structure & process (e.g., laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders & agency rules pertaining to taxation); 36 mos. trg. or 36 mos. exp. in academic analytical research.
-Or equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above.
Job Skills:
Economics and Development
Professional Skills:
Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Interpreting Data
Supplemental Information
The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Section 2961 of the Ohio Revised Code prohibits individuals convicted of a felony including but not limited to fraud, deceit, or theft from holding a position that has substantial management or control over the property of a state agency. Additionally, section 5703.081 of the Ohio Revised Code requires the Ohio Department of Taxation employees to promptly file and pay tax returns.
ADA Statement
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Drug-Free Workplace
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

Requirements

Qualifications
Completion of graduate core program in economics, statistics, business administration or public administration; 36 mos. trg. or 36 mos. exp. in use of statistical software (e.g., SAS), query languages & data base analysis techniques; 36mos. trg. or 36 mos. exp. in tax law & government structure & process (e.g., laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders & agency rules pertaining to taxation); 36 mos. trg. or 36 mos. exp. in academic analytical research.
-Or equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above.
Job Skills:
Economics and Development
Professional Skills:
Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Interpreting Data