ACCOUNTING CAREERS TRAINEE
Company: State of Connecticut, Department of Administrative
Location: Hartford
Posted on: September 12, 2024
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Job Description:
Accounting Careers TraineeTarget Class: Revenue Examiner
1Recruitment # 240822-0034AR-001Location Hartford, CT Norwich, CT
Waterbury, CTDate Opened 8/26/2024 1:30:00 PMSalary $54,388.00* -
$70,200.00/year (*See below for additional salary information)Job
Type Open to the PublicClose Date Continuous RecruitmentGo Back
Apply View Benefits
(https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=Benefits)IntroductionEager
to pursue a career in Accounting and auditing with the State of
Connecticut? Check out the opportunity below and apply today!The
State of Connecticut (https://portal.ct.gov/) , Department of
Revenue Services (DRS) (https://portal.ct.gov/DRS) has current
openings and future anticipated openings for the position of
Accounting Careers Trainee (ACT)
(https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=0034AR&R1=undefined&R3=undefined)
with a target class of Revenue Examiner 1
(https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=8657AR&R1=undefined&R3=undefined)
.The Accounting Careers Trainee is a training program targeted to
college graduates to provide up to a two-year training program to
develop the vital tools to work in the professional field of
Revenue Examiners.These exciting opportunities can be located in
any one of our three dynamic locations throughout the state in
Hartford, Norwich, or Waterbury. Our main building located at 450
Columbus Boulevard in downtown Hartford is a beautiful building
located right in one of the most exciting parts of the city. The
building is easily accessible to restaurants, shops, the
Connecticut Science Center, and the Riverfront.These positions are
full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with potential
Telework options and alternative work schedules.Note: College
students who are expecting to graduate with a bachelor's degree at
the conclusion of the Fall 2024 semester or the Spring of 2025
semester are encouraged to apply. If recommended for a position,
appointment will be made upon verification of having successfully
earned the degree.What our dedicated employees have to say about
ACT:When the position of an ACT at DRS was offered to me, I was
excited and overwhelmed at the same time. However, when I started
the job, I fell in love with the work environment. Everyone at DRS
is so friendly and willing to help. What I love about the ACT
program is the exposure to different tax types and the opportunity
to learn and gain new skills every day. In addition, trainers and
mentors are available whenever I need their help. I feel proud and
lucky working for a governmental agency like DRS.-Faouzi Nemlaghi,
Accounting Careers TraineeThe ACT position provided me with the
skills and training necessary to grow within the department; I
enjoy making a difference everyday by working with local businesses
to help guide and to help ensure state tax compliance now and for
the future.-Karen Pollack, Revenue Examiner 2Curious what a Day in
the Life might look like for you?This is not your typical Tax
Department. The days of large stacks of paper as tall as you, never
ending red tape and a pocket protector full of pencils and erasers
are gone.As you enter into our Accounting Careers Trainee program,
with the use of the latest technology and process efficiency, you
will be surprised to find yourself in the new world of
government!What we can offer youExplore our new State Employee
Benefits Overview page
(https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=Benefits) to get an
understanding of the various benefits we provide to our
employees.The opportunity to work for a Forbes top company:
'Forbes' State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of
2023
(https://portal.ct.gov/das/press-room/press-releases/2023/forbes-state-of-ct-ranked?language=en_US)
- State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job
Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule! This
recognition highlights our commitment to providing a supportive and
rewarding work environment.Professional growth and development
opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career. We
believe in investing in our employees' success.A healthy work/life
balance is a priority for us. We are committed to fostering an
environment that supports the personal and professional growth of
all employees.ACT Program HighlightsAs an ACT, you will be a part
of a 1- or 2-year training program depending on your level of
education.The length of the training program is 2 years for
individuals with a Bachelor's degree in accounting or in a closely
related business field with at least 15 semester hours in
accounting.The length of the training program is 1 year for
individuals with a Master's degree in accounting or a closely
related business field with at least 15 semester hours in
accounting. The length of the training program for an individual
who earns a Master's degree in accounting or in a closely related
business field with at least 15 semester hours in accounting while
assigned to this classification is 1 year from the date the
Master's degree is conferred or the end of the original 2-year
training period, whichever comes first.Throughout the training, you
will:Gain intensive technical tax training, from a combination of
classroom style training and job shadowing with experienced
examiners within your expected career path.Receive hands on
training on multiple tax administration computer systems maintained
by DRS and other state and federal taxing agencies.Acquire customer
service training through multiple methods of communication
including telephone, written correspondence, and direct face to
face interactions, in a Call Center environment.Some of the
Subdivisions and Taxes you may get the opportunity to work in/with
are:Business Tax Subdivision - Corporation Tax, Excise Taxes and
Pass-Thru EntityIncome Tax Subdivision - Personal Income TaxSales &
Use Tax - Sales Tax, Business Use Tax, Room Occupancy Tax and
Admissions TaxTaxpayer Services - Call Center environment, handling
routine & complex tax inquiries, and providing tax education to
taxpayers.After successfully completing the training program, as a
Revenue Examiner, you will:Complete desk audits and/or field audits
for various tax types, such as Excise, Income, Corporation Business
Tax and Sales Taxes. If assigned to perform field audits, in-state
and/or out of state travel is required.Independently conduct
in-house examinations of tax returns and other tax related
documents.Educate taxpayers with respect to filing requirements,
record keeping responsibilities and properly assessing taxes
due.Salary planMinimum Requirements Hiring Rate Completion of 1
year of TrainingBachelor's Degree with at least 15semester hours in
accounting and/or qualifying experience Step 3 - $58,311 Step 5 -
$62,233Bachelor's Degree with at least 30semester hours in
accounting Step 5 - $62,233 Step 7 - $66,170Master's Degree in a
related fieldwith at least 15 credits in accounting Step 5 -
$62,233 AR 23 Step 1 - $78,296Master's Degree in a related
fieldwith at least 30 semester hours in accounting Step 6 - $64,208
AR 23 Step 1 - $78,296Important salary noteIf in a 2-year training
program and have a bachelor's degree, after one year you will
either advance to step 5 $62,233.00 annually (if you have least 15
semester hours in accounting and/or qualifying experience) or step
7 $66,170.00 annually (if you have at least 30 semester hours in
accounting). Once you have successfully completed the training
program, you will be promoted to Revenue Examiner 1, salary plan AR
23 step 1
(https://portal.ct.gov/-/media/DAS/Statewide-HR/Comp-Plans-PDFs/2023-Comp-Plans-PDF/2023-Pay-Plans/P-5/AR-40-Hrs-Effective-06-30-2023.pdf)
with an annual salary of $78,296.00.Important noteIf you are a
recommended candidate for a position with DRS, there are some
things you need to know prior to being able to be formally offered
a position with the Department:ALL employees of the Department of
Revenue Services are prohibited from engaging in the
following:Preparation of tax returns in exchange for financial
compensation.Work at a tax preparation service (either as an
employee, contractor, subcontractor, self-employed individual, or
other designation).Work at an accounting firm or similar type of
business with responsibility for the preparation of tax returns
(either as an employee, contractor, subcontractor, self-employed
individual, or other designation).If you currently work in or
perform any of the above, you will be required to cease those
activities prior to your first day with the Department of Revenue
Services should an official offer of employment be made to
you.Other outside employment activities are not necessarily
prohibited, however, if you are currently employed by, or have
ownership in a business and intend to continue your
employment/involvement with this outside business, you are
required, prior to an official offer of employment, to disclose the
nature of this outside employment including the name of the
business, your role, your schedule, and whether you participate in
or are responsible for the preparation of any financial or
tax-related documentation on behalf of that outside business
entity.Mission of the Department of Revenue ServicesThe mission of
the Department of Revenue Services is to instill public confidence
in the integrity and fairness of tax collection; achieve the
highest level of voluntary taxpayer compliance; continuously
improve agency performance; contribute to the fiscal and economic
well-being of the state; and provide a positive and professional
workplace.Selection PlanAccounting Careers Trainee positions are
DRS's entry-level accounting positions and will spend 1 to 2 years
in a training program depending on your educational level. In this
training program you will be expected to train in different units
throughout the agency, including but not limited to the DRS Call
Center.To applyIn order to be considered for this job opening, you
must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening.
You must specify your qualifications on your application.The
minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the
close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.Ensure
that your application is complete and detailed before submitting
it. In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of
Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial
application process. You will not be able to make revisions once
your application is submitted into the JobAps system.All
application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by
the time specified on the job opening for the position for which
you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will
not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented
events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of
the job posting time period. It is the candidate's obligation and
responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally
recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests
should be made to DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.Important information after you
applyThis posting may require completion of additional referral
questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be
sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your
JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires
section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the
questionnaire's expiration date. Please regularly check your email
and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check
your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an
email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's
spam.Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as
a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal
Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all
emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment
process.Note: At any point during the recruitment process,
applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which
support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents
may include: a cover letter, resume, performance reviews,
attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the
discretion of the hiring agency.Candidates will be required to
submit a copy of their accredited United States college transcripts
or a US Degree Equivalency Assessment Report for a foreign degree
prior to interview (if selected).The immediate vacancy is listed
above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for
future vacancies in this job class.Employment offers are contingent
upon successful completion of a criminal background check,
including being fingerprinted, State and Federal tax compliance
checks.For current state employees, salary calculations are not
necessarily comparable from branch to branch but it does not impact
your state service credit.For technical questions regarding the
filing of your application , please contact Benjamin Beaudry at
Benjamin.Beaudry@ct.gov.PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)In a
state agency this class is accountable for mastering the skills
necessary to satisfactorily complete the training program for a
professional accounting or auditing position.EXAMPLES OF
DUTIESReceives training in introductory accounting or auditing work
for development of skills and knowledge in order to qualify for
advancement into a professional agency accounting or auditing
position;Performs a variety of increasingly difficult duties as
skills are acquired during the course of the training
period;Examines financial records of governmental or private
businesses and accounting methods and procedures to ensure
compliance with statutes, regulations, guidelines or accepted
accounting principles;May receive training in such areas as
maintaining financial records and accounts, establishing financial
statements and schedules, and preparing budget estimates;Performs
related duties as required.KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITYKnowledge
ofaccounting and auditing principles and practices;business
mathematics and statistics;business uses of information
technology;effective report writing;Ability toread and understand
written materials;utilize computer software.MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONSCandidates must be able to meet the experience and
training requirements of the designated job class at the completion
of the development program.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSA Bachelor's
degree in Accounting or Finance;Experience with Microsoft Excel
including functions such as tables and formatting, data
manipulation and pivot tables;Experience analyzing financial
statements and data, such as through course work, work experience
or internships;Experience interacting with diverse groups of
individuals through phone, email, and face-to-face
communication.ConclusionAN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
EMPLOYERThe State of Connecticut is an equal
opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the
applications of women, minorities, and persons with
disabilities.ACKNOWLEDGEMENTAs defined by Sec. 5-196 of the
Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of
positions that share general characteristics and are categorized
under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job
class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or
responsibility.Click on a link below to apply for this
position:Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application
NOW using the Internet. Apply Online
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