Employer Auditor - State of Iowa, IA
State of Iowa - See Job Description, IA
About the Job
Iowa Workforce Development is seeking applicants for the position of Employer Auditor.
This position will be domiciled at one of the following IowaWORKS centers in;
Audits:
Perform tax audits of accounting records of business organizations, individuals, and partnerships by examining financial statements, balance sheets, sales, and statistical reports, etc. Evaluate and determine consistency of accounting and records-keeping procedures in relation to Iowa tax liabilities. Audits may be performed when there is an omission of wage records, fraudulent or incorrect reporting, determination of liability, questionable employer-employee relationship, independent contractor status, missing wages investigation, cross match with federal unemployment tax returns, or mandated Federal requirements.
Determination of Liability:
Investigate business establishments through field investigations, to determine legal status of
employers regarding their liability for state taxes. Must determine if employer is profit-making organization or non-profit organization, i.e., sole proprietor, partnership, corporation, political subdivision, agricultural, domestic, construction, etc. After determination of their obligation under the law, must determine how rate is computed and the proper way to file reports and pay taxes.
Change of Ownership:
Investigate changes in business ownership to determine liability of successor employer for transfer of experience rating and to update and correct agency records. Explains effects of successorship to both predecessor and successor so they know their legal position regarding reserve fund balances, chargeability for future benefits, and in some cases the possibility of successor liability for predecessor indebtedness.
Public Relations:
Interprets Iowa Employment Security Laws as a representative of the department for accountants, CPA's, attorneys, political subdivisions, and employers in the area. Speak to organizations explaining and discussing laws administered by Iowa Workforce Development. Answer inquiries concerning benefit payments, chargebacks, transfer of charges, reimbursable accounts, new tax liability provisions, etc. Conducts and assists other investigators for potential fraud, misreporting and/or employer contribution errors to obtain underpayment and determination if fraud or misreporting has occurred. Reviews findings of Quality Control for assigned area and prepares records and reports to update and/or change agency records.
Enforcement Procedures:
Investigates employers who are delinquent in filing their wage reports and/or paying their contributions. This can involve entering into payment agreements on behalf of the agency for delinquent contributions, filing liens, serving jeopardy assessments, distress warrants and/or investigating assets to be secured or securing total payment. Must review the status of the employer and account prior to contact relative to bankruptcy, successorship, business closing, etc. to determine.
Wage Investigations:
Investigates employers for incorrect or omitted wage credits. Interrogation of employers and
employees may be necessary to make a legal determination as to the status of the employing unit (employer/employee relationship). Secures all necessary wage information so the claimant will have the correct wage credit available for benefit payments. Also investigates business closings for proper determination of additional claims benefits.
Appeal Hearings:
Appears as a representative for the Iowa Workforce Development to verify legal points of the law and/ or supply facts relating to liability determinations, rate computations, and other issues that are being appealed by the employer. In the absence of the Unemployment Insurance Legal Counsel, will cross examine witnesses to clarify the position of Iowa Workforce Development. May testify at administrative district court and grand jury hearings to present facts and evidence concerning agency employer investigations.
Essential functions of an Employer Auditor:
Travel from one work site to another.
Maintain a high standard of courtesy and cooperation with customers and work colleagues.
Review legal contracts, financial records, general ledger, correspondence, and employer prepared documents to assess compliance and application of tax law.
Highly organized and have strong attention to detail.
Understanding of basic accounting skills.
Maintain a high level of confidentiality.
About Iowa Workforce Development
Iowa Workforce Development (IWD) is a state agency dedicated to providing exceptional employment services and connecting employers with skilled workers. With a strong focus on continuous improvement and aligning services with workforce demands, IWD offers comprehensive support to job seekers and employers through a statewide network of IowaWORKS Centers.
Benefits
Joining the IWD team and becoming a State of Iowa employee comes with a range of valuable benefits, including:
Click here to learn more about all of the amazing benefits the State of Iowa offers.
Hours of Work: Monday – Friday 8:00am-4:30pm. Hybrid telework and alternate work schedule opportunities for eligible classifications after 6-months of employment has been completed.
Our agency uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.e-verify.gov.
No applicant seeking employment with the Iowa Department of Workforce Development can have a current, ongoing overpayment balance with Iowa Workforce Development without a payment plan in place. Select positions will be subject to a criminal background check.
This position will be domiciled at one of the following IowaWORKS centers in;
- Sioux City
- Cedar Rapids
- Des Moines, IA.
- Burlington
- Ft. Dodge
- Cedar Rapids
- Council Bluffs
- Denison
- Creston
- Dubuque
- Marshalltown
- Mason City
- Ottumwa
- Sioux City
- Spencer
- Waterloo
Audits:
Perform tax audits of accounting records of business organizations, individuals, and partnerships by examining financial statements, balance sheets, sales, and statistical reports, etc. Evaluate and determine consistency of accounting and records-keeping procedures in relation to Iowa tax liabilities. Audits may be performed when there is an omission of wage records, fraudulent or incorrect reporting, determination of liability, questionable employer-employee relationship, independent contractor status, missing wages investigation, cross match with federal unemployment tax returns, or mandated Federal requirements.
Determination of Liability:
Investigate business establishments through field investigations, to determine legal status of
employers regarding their liability for state taxes. Must determine if employer is profit-making organization or non-profit organization, i.e., sole proprietor, partnership, corporation, political subdivision, agricultural, domestic, construction, etc. After determination of their obligation under the law, must determine how rate is computed and the proper way to file reports and pay taxes.
Change of Ownership:
Investigate changes in business ownership to determine liability of successor employer for transfer of experience rating and to update and correct agency records. Explains effects of successorship to both predecessor and successor so they know their legal position regarding reserve fund balances, chargeability for future benefits, and in some cases the possibility of successor liability for predecessor indebtedness.
Public Relations:
Interprets Iowa Employment Security Laws as a representative of the department for accountants, CPA's, attorneys, political subdivisions, and employers in the area. Speak to organizations explaining and discussing laws administered by Iowa Workforce Development. Answer inquiries concerning benefit payments, chargebacks, transfer of charges, reimbursable accounts, new tax liability provisions, etc. Conducts and assists other investigators for potential fraud, misreporting and/or employer contribution errors to obtain underpayment and determination if fraud or misreporting has occurred. Reviews findings of Quality Control for assigned area and prepares records and reports to update and/or change agency records.
Enforcement Procedures:
Investigates employers who are delinquent in filing their wage reports and/or paying their contributions. This can involve entering into payment agreements on behalf of the agency for delinquent contributions, filing liens, serving jeopardy assessments, distress warrants and/or investigating assets to be secured or securing total payment. Must review the status of the employer and account prior to contact relative to bankruptcy, successorship, business closing, etc. to determine.
Wage Investigations:
Investigates employers for incorrect or omitted wage credits. Interrogation of employers and
employees may be necessary to make a legal determination as to the status of the employing unit (employer/employee relationship). Secures all necessary wage information so the claimant will have the correct wage credit available for benefit payments. Also investigates business closings for proper determination of additional claims benefits.
Appeal Hearings:
Appears as a representative for the Iowa Workforce Development to verify legal points of the law and/ or supply facts relating to liability determinations, rate computations, and other issues that are being appealed by the employer. In the absence of the Unemployment Insurance Legal Counsel, will cross examine witnesses to clarify the position of Iowa Workforce Development. May testify at administrative district court and grand jury hearings to present facts and evidence concerning agency employer investigations.
Essential functions of an Employer Auditor:
Travel from one work site to another.
Maintain a high standard of courtesy and cooperation with customers and work colleagues.
Review legal contracts, financial records, general ledger, correspondence, and employer prepared documents to assess compliance and application of tax law.
Highly organized and have strong attention to detail.
Understanding of basic accounting skills.
Maintain a high level of confidentiality.
About Iowa Workforce Development
Iowa Workforce Development (IWD) is a state agency dedicated to providing exceptional employment services and connecting employers with skilled workers. With a strong focus on continuous improvement and aligning services with workforce demands, IWD offers comprehensive support to job seekers and employers through a statewide network of IowaWORKS Centers.
Benefits
Joining the IWD team and becoming a State of Iowa employee comes with a range of valuable benefits, including:
- Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Generous paid time off, including nine paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with no cap on the sick leave accrual.
- Prepare for the future with the IPERS retirement package, as well as an additional optional deferred compensation retirement plan.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care.
- Free Life and Long-term Disability Insurance with the option to purchase additional coverage.
- Employee Assistance Programs and Discount Programs for support.
Click here to learn more about all of the amazing benefits the State of Iowa offers.
Hours of Work: Monday – Friday 8:00am-4:30pm. Hybrid telework and alternate work schedule opportunities for eligible classifications after 6-months of employment has been completed.
Our agency uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.e-verify.gov.
No applicant seeking employment with the Iowa Department of Workforce Development can have a current, ongoing overpayment balance with Iowa Workforce Development without a payment plan in place. Select positions will be subject to a criminal background check.
Job Type: Full-time
Location: State of Iowa - See Job Description, Iowa
Agency: 309 Iowa Workforce Development
Source : State of Iowa, IA