Forensics Tax Auditor
Date Posted: Aug 27, 2025
Requisition ID: 464497
Location:
Lafayette, IN, US, 47901
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About the Indiana Department of Revenue (DOR):
The Indiana Department of Revenue has served Indiana, its population, and the business community since 1947. Our more than 700 dedicated team members administer over 65 different tax @types and annually process nearly $30 billion of tax revenue. We are a Top Workplace employer.
Role Overview:
The Forensics Tax Auditor works with outside police agencies and prosecutors to assist in the prosecution of criminal tax cases. Forensic Auditors must possess strong analytical skills to examine financial records and identify discrepancies or fraudulent activities. This position requires a working knowledge of accounting principles and auditing standards and procedures. Attention to detail with an ability to prioritize and organize work is essential for this position. Travel is required throughout the state.
This position is located in the Lafayette Field Office in Northwest Indiana. Residency in the service area is highly preferred. Travel is reimbursed.
Salary:
This position starts at an annual salary of $53,222 with the opportunity for adjustment based on relevant experience and skill sets of the applicant. The Department utilizes three auditor-level classifications based on acquired competencies and demonstrated skill sets. Salary for this position may be commensurate with education and job experience.
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A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
Independently performs field audits on taxpayers, including international companies with numerous subsidiaries, for all listed taxes.
Travels within the established jurisdiction in Indiana to conduct audits; Travels outside of Indiana when required.
Conducts pre-audit analysis on audit files to develop a list of preliminary questions and/or areas of concern.
Writes audit reports, summarizing audit results in a clear and concise manner.
Clearly and diplomatically explains audit scope, audit adjustments, tax laws, and policies to taxpayer representatives in order to resolve misunderstandings and errors.
Performs administrative functions which may include preparing and updating a file inventory log, a calendar, travel vouchers, and attendance reports.
Interprets Indiana Tax Code, audit procedures, and regulations.
Utilizes computer systems, the Internet, and research materials specific to the taxpayer to identify areas of potential problems.
Maintains records of activities and progress during examinations.
Conducts audits on a statistical sampling basis.
Provides technical assistance and training to lower-level auditors.
The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.
This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.
What You'll Need for Success:
You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:
Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 15 hours of accounting coursework.
3-5 years' tax auditing experience.
Working knowledge of accounting principles and auditing standards and procedures.
General knowledge of statutes, regulations and case law pertinent to tax compliance.
Ability to generate data requests and to extract, evaluate and use information from a variety of business records.
Ability to effectively interview and solicit pertinent information from taxpayers and their representatives, some of whom may be uncooperative or hostile.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, taxpayers, their representatives, and others involved in the audit process.
Ability to travel overnight in the performance of assigned audits.
Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes:
Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 in election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free Parking for most positions
Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
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