Corporate Desk Auditor

Title: Corporate Desk Auditor

State Role Title: Auditor I

Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Department of Taxation

Location: Teleworkers

Agency Website: https://www.tax.virginia.gov/work-with-us

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Taxation is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Corporate Tax Auditor to join our team. This role performs both routine and complex audit assignments to ensure compliance with the Commonwealth of Virginia’s tax laws. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong analytical abilities, sound judgment, and a commitment to providing high quality service to the citizens and businesses of Virginia.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct routine and complex corporate tax audits to ensure fair, accurate, and equitable compliance with Virginia tax laws and regulations.

Perform in depth analysis of state and federal corporate income tax returns and related financial data.

Verify the accuracy and completeness of tax return information and identify discrepancies in accordance with state requirements.

Prepare clear, concise audit reports and correspondence using Microsoft Office tools.

Provide excellent customer service by addressing inquiries and supporting taxpayers in understanding audit results.

Work independently while effectively prioritizing tasks and managing multiple assignments simultaneously.



This position is fully remote and requires occasional travel to Richmond

The anticipated hiring salary is commensurate with experience, up to $65,000.

As a member of the Virginia Tax team, you can expect additional benefits such as:

• Job stability and quality of life! Enjoy your work/life balance with flexible schedule options.
• 12 Paid State holidays on top of vacation, sick, volunteer, and personal leave!
• Comprehensive and affordable health benefits.
• Got student loans? You may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Participation in the Virginia Retirement System, VA 457 Deferred Comp, and more.



At Virginia Tax…

We are dedicated, resourceful individuals who strive to exceed our customers’ expectations. Not only do we serve the public, but we are also the public. We are a part of a community that cares about and celebrates each other, who promote opportunities for growth within a stable environment, and support a healthy work-life balance. 

What we do matters. So do you.

Minimum Qualifications

• Proven ability to work independently with experience prioritizing duties and handling multiple tasks

• Proficiency with Windows, Microsoft Word and Excel to produce reports and correspondence

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

• Knowledge, skill and/or ability in the field of accounting and/or auditing

• Knowledge/understanding of Federal and State Corporation income tax returns

• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to interpret tax laws, deductions, credits, residency rules, and compliance requirements

Additional Considerations

• Professional experience with accounting and audit terminology, techniques, and formal theory of accounting

• Professional experience in preparing and/or reviewing Federal and State Corporation income tax return

• Advanced knowledge, skill and ability in areas such as accounting, auditing, finance, or other related fields

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

All Virginia Tax employees must be current with filing their tax returns ensuring they were filed in compliance with established laws, rules and regulations.

Selected candidate(s) will be required to consent to and successfully pass a background investigation which includes fingerprint-based criminal history, tax compliance, and DMV driving record (if applicable) checks.


The selected candidate will be prohibited from performing tax or accounting services for compensation during or outside business hours.

Virginia Tax is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workforce. All qualified applicants are afforded equal opportunities without regard to race, sex, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, genetics, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.

Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants with disabilities, if requested, during the application and/or interview process. If accommodations are needed, please contact Human Resources at (804) 786-3610.

Virginia Tax participates in E-verify.

Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application and/or resume’.

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In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.

Contact Information

Name: Virginia Tax Talent Acquisition Team

Phone: 804-786-3608

Email: hroffice@tax.virginia.gov