Revenue Agent

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This is entry-level professional services trainee work involving tax assessment, administration, and compliance functions. Work includes performing tax audits and capital asset appraisals of individuals, organizations, and governmental entities in the field under the oversight of senior personnel to determine tax liability and taxpayer compliance; interpreting and explaining tax laws; providing technical assistance relating to tax administration; and employing judicial processes to enforce state tax laws. This is an 18-month trainee classification which, upon successful completion and demonstration of certain specified competencies, results in reclassification to Senior Revenue Agent.  Work is performed under general supervision.

The position is in the Sales, Fuel and Special Tax Division of Maine Revenue Services and is headquartered in the Augusta field office.  This position requires excellent oral and written communication skills, time management and organization, as well as the ability to deal tactfully with taxpayers and other professionals, both public and private.  Due to the high occurrence of electronic records utilized by businesses, preference will be given to candidates with strong computer skills, such as training or expertise with spreadsheet formulas, query design, and data refinement techniques.

• →Examines and assesses capital assets and tax-related transactions, contracts, leases, and financial statements of individuals, organizations, and governmental entities to determine appropriate value, tax liabilities, and taxpayer compliance.
• →Prepares audit reports to communicate findings, ensure compliance, and establish a basis for additional adjustments when appropriate.
• →Analyzes a wide range of standard and automated accounting and record-keeping systems to formulate appropriate audit tests.
• →Reviews and analyzes tax information, documents, and prior audit results to identify audit candidates and issues.

• 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.
• 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.
• Ability to travel in-state for a considerable portion of working time and out-of-state when required.

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.

Applicable subject matter area licensure and certification.

Preference will be given to candidates with the following skills or experience:

• Candidates with strong computer skills, such as advanced training or expertise with spreadsheet formulas, query design, and data refinement techniques.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Please submit a cover letter along with a current resume, three (3) professional references and complete the attached supplemental form.

In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes the month and year for any relevant experience listed. Your resume should include the duties and responsibilities associated with each position. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.

CONTACT INFORMATION: For more information or questions specific to the position, please contact recruiting.ggsc@maine.gov.   

All job candidates applying for Maine Revenue Services’ positions will be subject to a tax clearance check.  To be selected for a position, all returns must be filed, and tax liabilities must be paid in full.  The results of the tax clearance check will be documented as part of the selection process. 

For all candidates not currently employed at Maine Revenue Services: State law requires that applicants seeking initial employment with Maine Revenue Services undergo a fingerprint based state and federal criminal history record check.

The selected candidate will be required to pass the required background checks (fingerprinting may be required) as a condition of employment.

Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you’re currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your experience and passion set you apart. 

If you require a paper application, please download and print one HERE

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