Tax Field Auditor II

State of Vermont

. Audit and investigate enforcement of Vermont Tax Laws relating to taxpayer compliance with the International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) and International Registration Plan (IRP) .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeRemote • Vermont • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $28 - $44 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Audit and investigate enforcement of Vermont Tax Laws relating to taxpayer compliance with the International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) and International Registration Plan (IRP)
Audit fuel tax, rental companies, rail, IFTA, and IRP revenues
Provide taxpayer technical assistance and education for auditees
Perform duties independently from a home office and extensively in the field at taxpayer locations
Complete audits requiring tact and persistence in potentially adversarial situations
Meet predictable work deadlines

Requirements

What you’ll need

Three (3) years or more of college coursework in accounting, auditing, business administration, or related field, OR two (2) years or more of experience in tax examination, accounting, auditing, or business administration, OR one (1) year or more of experience as a MV Tax Field Auditor I or higher with the State of Vermont
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Inquisitive, collaborative, digitally proficient, and self-motivated
Desire to learn new skills and software used for tax administration
Ability to communicate challenging topics to individuals with varied backgrounds
Must agree to be fingerprinted and pass a background investigation, which may include criminal, financial, and traffic records checks
Must have a reliable means of transportation
Must be able to travel frequently and potentially travel to other parts of the State

Benefits

Comp & perks

80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
State defined benefit pension plan
Deferred compensation 457(b) plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
Low cost group life insurance
Incentive-based Wellness Program
Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Home-based office