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Maine Revenue Services 

Income/Estate Tax Division- Business Audit Unit 

Revenue Agent - Multiple Vacancies 

Opening Date: March 28, 2025

Closing Date:  April 11, 2025

Job Class Code: 0504

Grade: 20
Salary: $33.32 – $34.66*/hourly (*includes 20% recruitment and retention stipend)  
Position Number: 016303637, 016303655, 0163031321

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This is an entry-level position involving compliance determinations for business related taxes including: corporate, franchise, and pass-through entities. Work includes performing field and/or desk audits of business under the supervision and oversight of senior personnel to determine tax liability and taxpayer compliance; and enforcing state tax laws.

This is an 18-month classification which, upon successful completion and demonstration of certain specified competencies, may result in reclassification to Senior Revenue Agent. 

TYPICAL DUTIES

  • Audits and verifies moderately complex tax-related transactions, contracts, leases, and financial statements of individuals, business, and corporations to determine taxpayer compliance.
  • Prepares audit reports to report findings of independent audit determinations and establish a basis for additional state assessments when appropriate.
  • Analyzes a wide range of standard and automated accounting and record-keeping systems to formulate appropriate audit tests.
  • Explains state tax laws and regulations to inform taxpayers and taxpayer representatives of proper procedures to be used in determining tax liabilities.
  • Compiles, reviews, and summarizes evidence relating to tax compliance to present or defend state tax assessments at reconsideration hearings and appeals before a court of law.
  • Reviews and analyzes tax information, tax returns, taxpayer histories and prior audit results to identify audit candidates and issues.
  • Compiles, reviews, and summarizes evidence relating to tax compliance to present or defend state tax assessments in reconsideration.

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

  • Knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
  • Knowledge of auditing and appraisal principles and procedures.
  • Knowledge of business practices and principles.
  • Knowledge of state and federal tax laws, codes, and regulations and interstate and regional tax agreements.
  • Knowledge of departmental standard operating procedures, rules, and regulations governing tax examination work.
  • Knowledge of the judicial processes used in tax enforcement proceedings.
  • Knowledge of International Association of Assessing Officers guidelines.
  • Knowledge of cadastral mapping theory and techniques.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Ability to gather and compile data and prepare reports.
  • Ability to communicate and deal with others on controversial matters in a concise and tactful manner.
  • Ability to write clearly and effectively.
  • Ability to write clear and comprehensive reports.
  • Ability to analyze accounting systems and procedures and detect irregularities and errors.
  • Ability to apply mathematics in defining and solving problems.
  • Ability to interpret and explain tax laws and apply them in an auditing environment.
  • Ability to use a computer and applicable software.
  • Ability to analyze and interpret data, statute, policy, and procedures and use information systems to arrive at logical conclusions or recommendations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Post-secondary education and/or training in business administration, accounting, mathematics, economics, information technology, finance, property appraisal, auditing, or taxes with experience demonstrating the ability to use independent judgment, initiative, and discretion to make decisions on complex matters.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

  • Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
  • Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
  • Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value).
  • Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.29% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. 

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. 

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.