Auditor 9-P11Print ( 9-P11Salary$23.73 - $40.87 HourlyLocationDimondale, MIJob TypePermanent Full TimeRemote EmploymentRemote OptionalJob Number2701-24-20-167DepartmentTreasuryOpening Date10/07/2024Closing Date10/21/2024 11:59 PM EasternBargaining UnitNON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)DescriptionBenefitsQuestionsJob DescriptionThis position offers a $2,500 signing bonus for eligible candidates.The City Income Tax Bureau within the Michigan Department of Treasury is seeking an individual to work in public service as an Auditor in its City Tax, Compliance and Collections unit. This is an opportunity to build a lifelong career of public service. The right candidates will serve an important role in determining needed enforcement action and ensuring transparency through audit reporting activities.We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness. If you want to make a difference, work in an engaging environment, and get great benefits, this may be the career for you.Our culture is driven by excellent customer service, continuous improvement, metrics, and employee development. The City Income Tax Bureau is looking for an Auditor who has excellent tax research skills, a detailed oriented approach, and a positive attitude. Being self-motivated and engaging are also bonuses. If you possess these characteristics and enjoy working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment that still offers a great work/life balance, we encourage you to apply!PLEASE NOTE: New Hires will receive a one-time signing bonus of $2,500. The bonus will be paid out as a $1,250 gross pay adjustment on the employee's first pay warrant. The remaining $1,250 will be paid upon completion of one year (2,080 hours) of satisfactory service. If the employee leaves within one year of the appointment, they will be required to pay back the entire bonus.Position Description ( PD.pdf)Treasury Careers– Learn more about why Treasury is a Great Place to Work!Required Education and ExperienceEducationPossession of a bachelor's degree with at least 24 semester (36 term) credits in accounting.ExperienceNote: Experience is considered professional if the job requires a bachelor's degree. Qualifying experience is counted post bachelor's degree.Auditor 9No specific type or amount is required.Auditor 10One year of professional experience auditing accounting, financial, and operations records equivalent to an Auditor 9.Auditor P11Two years of professional experience auditing accounting, financial, and operations records equivalent to an Auditor, including one year equivalent to an Auditor 10.Alternate Education and ExperiencePossession of a Certified Public Accountant certification (CPA) may be substituted for one year of experience at the P11 level.ORPossession of a Certified Management Accountant certification (CMA) may be substituted for six months of experience at the P11 level.Additional Requirements and InformationPlease attach a cover letter, detailed resume and a copy of your official college transcript(s) to your application.For our purposes, "official college transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), and the Registrar's signature and/or seal.A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, as long as it contains the elements listed above.The college/university does not have to send the transcripts directly to Treasury. Review more information regardingofficial transcripts. ( who possess a degree from a foreign college or university must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents unless the degree has been recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Go to evaluators ( for a list of accepted organizations that evaluate foreign credentials. Failure to provide this evaluation at the time of application may result in you being screened out of the process.This position is eligible for remote work up to five days per week, however selected candidate must have a safe and appropriate designated workspace or workstation for performance of work and secure and sufficient internet access of commercial cable or wireless broadband with minimum speeds of 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload. Please note that occasional onsite work will be required.Work must be performed in the state of Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed.The Michigan Department of Treasury participates in E-Verify ( and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.Interviews will likely occur virtually using Microsoft Teams. No prior experience with Teams is necessary, as instructions and tips will be provided to all candidates scheduled for an interview.This position has a FTINPRINT sub-class code. The sub-class code indicates the position has access to Federal Tax Information (FTI) and requires passing of a fingerprint-based background check per IRS Publication 1075.Some jobs may require that the employee possess a Certified Public Accountant certification (CPA).Certain positions may be assigned subclass codes and individuals appointed must possess the required specialized experience.View the job specification at: employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.More details on benefits for our new hires are below:Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available at and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans.Information ( to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.Professional Development:To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.Updated: 2/28/2401AUDITOR - Do you possess a bachelor's degree or higher with at least 24 semester (36 term) credits in accounting? If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts.YesNo02AUDITOR - Please select your level of experience.None to one year of post-degree professional experience auditing accounting, financial, and operations records.One to two years of post-degree professional experience auditing accounting, financial, and operations records.Two to three years of post-degree professional experience auditing accounting, financial, and operations records.Three or more years of post-degree professional experience auditing accounting, financial, and operations records OR Possession of a Certified Public Accountant certification (CPA) OR Six months of professional experience auditing accounting, financial, and operations records and possession of a Certified Management Accountant certification (CMA).03What additional or extended education/certifications do you have? (Check all that apply.)CPAMBACMAOtherNone04If you selected 'other' in the previous question, please indicate the extended education/certifications that you possess.05Please select your level of experience working with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and Access.No experienceBeginnerSkilledExpert06Do you have experience entering and analyzing data in spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel?YesNo07Do you have any working knowledge or experience with City Income Taxes?YesNo08Please explain your experience with City Income Taxes. If you do not have this experience, please enter N/A.09From the options below, choose the response that best describes your aptitude to work alone.Prefers continuous direction from othersOccasionally challenged at times maintaining motivationSelf-motivator, minimal to no direction is needed10What are the most difficult problems you think you have faced recently and how have you solved them?11Did you attach your cover letter and detailed resume to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)YesNo12Did you attach a copy of your official college/university transcript(s) to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)YesNo13If you answered no to the previous question, please explain why.14Work must be performed in the state of Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed. Do you currently reside in Michigan or if offered the position, would plan to relocate to Michigan?YesNoRequired QuestionAgencyState of West Allegan StreetLansing, Michigan, 48922Phone517-335-7508Website verify your email addressVerify Email