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Applications must be filed athttps://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00056942We endeavor to maintain timely communication with all applicants by updating application statuses as promptly as possible. For the most accurate and up-to-date information about your application, please log in to the CAPPS application portal regularly to monitor status changes or updates.Are you ready to grow and make a positive impact? If you are seeking to gain knowledge, build your career, and network among goal-oriented professionals, this is the place for you!Innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence drive the culture here at the Comptrollerand#8217;s Office. We take pride in the work we do serving as Stateand#8217;s accountant, tax collector, treasurer, and much more! The Comptrollerand#8217;s office serves virtually every citizen in the state. As Texasand#8217; chief tax collector, accountant, revenue estimator, treasurer and purchasing manager, the agency is responsible for writing the checks and keeping the books for the multi-billion-dollar business of state government.Our agency workforce is as diverse as the people of Texas we serve. We value our employees and take our collective commitment to public service very seriously.Personal development opportunities are strongly encouraged through available workshops, teambuilding exercises, and on the job training. We offer flexible scheduling that helps employees maintain a healthy work-life balance.Work Hours:Monday through Friday, 40 hours a week with occasional evening, weekend hours and holidays. Hours may change based on business need.
Qualifications: Minimum QualificationsEducation:Graduation from an accredited law school with a LL.B. or J.D. degree.Experience:Three (3) or more full-time experience as a practicing attorney.Preferred QualificationsPreferred Experience:and#8226; Commercial litigationand#8226; Tax litigationand#8226; Securities and financial litigationand#8226; Business lawand#8226; Licensed and experience working as a certified public accountant (CPA)Licenses and CertificationsLicense in good standing to practice law in the State of Texas.In this role you will:and#8226; Reviews case file, which includes audit package or non-audit worksheets. Identifies taxpayerand#8217;s contentions, relevant facts, and available records. Research law, policy, and the Comptrollerand#8217;s tax system to address the contentions and to obtain additional information relevant to the case. Works with taxpayers, auditors, and other agency personnel to resolve hearings through dismissal. Prepares motions to dismiss agreements between the taxpayer and the agency. Reviews and confirms figures prepared for the Comptrollerand#8217;s Decision.and#8226; Prepares filings in the hearing including the position letter, response to reply, discovery, discovery responses, SOAH motions and briefs, exceptions and replies, motions for rehearing and replies to motions for rehearing, and other pleadings as the case requires. Reviews replies to position letters and other documents submitted by a taxpayer in support of taxpayer contentions. Makes determinations based on review of documents. Coordinates insolvency reviews. Prepares record for written submission hearings at SOAH. Represents agency in oral hearings at SOAH.and#8226; Communicates with other agency divisions to address and resolve issues that may be raised in administrative hearings. Prepares and delivers presentations to agency personnel and/or the public to educate them on taxability or procedural issues of tax administration. Recommends, analyzes and/or drafts legislation or rules.and#8226; Performs other related work as assigned.Maximize Your Earnings!At the Comptroller's office, we know potential employees are looking for more than just a paycheck. The agency offers a strong benefits package for you and your family. Insurance, retirement plans, and a flexible work schedule are just the start. See our benefits offeringIf you are seeking to gain knowledge, build your career, and network among goal-oriented professionals, this is the place for you!Important Note to the Candidate:Salary is contingent upon qualifications. If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.MILITARY PREFERENCETo receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentationto this job application.https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptionsClick on the occupational category for the position.Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditorand#8217;s Office,Military Crosswalk Guide.The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information. Go to: http://www.texasskillstowork.com, http://www.onetonline.org, https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/ or www.careeronestop.org for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements and skill sets.Applications submitted through Work in Texas:Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.The Comptrollerand#8217;s Office is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity.Applicants must submit both a rand#233;sumand#233; and a completed application to be considered. Both documents should include sufficient work history to assess qualifications.An applicant must be eligible to work in the United States to be hired at the Comptrollerand#8217;s office and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment.
