Job No: 543672
Work Type: Full-time
Location: REMOTE OPTIONS,PHOENIX
Categories: Accounting/Auditing,Management/Supervisor
DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE Funding Arizona's future through excellence in innovation, exceptional customer service and public servant-led continuous improvement.
MANAGER, CORPORATE INCOME TAX AUDIT
Job Location:
Education and Compliance Division
1600 W Monroe St. Phoenix, AZ 85007
Posting Details:
Salary: $82,500
Grade: 25
Closing Date: 9/19/2026
Job Summary:
The Manager, Corporate Income Tax Audit provides oversight and management of the full spectrum of audit functions and audit team for one's assigned Corporate Income Tax unit or team. This role oversees and/or develops audit scopes, programs, informal hearings and objectives, procedures, and deliverables, and also oversees and prepares outlines, drafts, reports, and submission of reports. Additionally, this position recommends and advises management regarding changes in business processes, information systems, and accounting or management procedures; reviews and identifies changes in professional standards, pronouncements, and federal audit requirements, and notifies management and audit staff; and acts as liaison with outside auditors and law enforcement agencies.
This position has 5 to 11 non-supervisory direct reports.
Job Duties:
Supervisory
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with ADOR's core values, agency policies, applicable standard work, and applicable laws.
Actively participates in the interviewing and hiring processes and ensures successful functional onboarding of new employees
Plans, assigns, coordinates and oversees daily work of direct reports in alignment with strategic, operational, and tactical priorities of the organization
Conducts regular one-on-one meetings providing constructive, balanced, regular performance feedback, coaching and mentoring
Recognizes and rewards performance excellence, culture championship, and continuous improvement efforts
Applies corrective action, addresses complaints and resolves problems in a timely fashion, involving and collaborating with leadership and Human Resources as appropriate
Functional/Operational
Ensures exceptional audit-related service delivery to taxpayers through the effective and efficient use of resources to include any one or more of the following duties as needed/assigned/indicated:
Responds to inquiries from taxpayers, attorneys, cities/towns and management regarding tax liabilities, and interpretation of tax statutes, rules and regulations
Manages multiple taxpayer audits, voluntary disclosures, as well as ensuring tax compliance; conducts extensive research, analysis, and applies auditing techniques which may include personally conducting complex audits
Serves as lead for audits , and as an escalation point for matters regarding the Department's position regarding audit outcomes
T estifies in Tax Hearings as needed
Negotiates closing agreements with Taxpayers
Manages taxpayer concerns and escalates to upper management or Taxpayer Services for higher level support
May serve as subject matter expert for specific/specialty tax @types and related systems, and supporting the functionality of those tax systems
Quality Assurance
Provides technical assistance and coaching to direct reports
Troubleshoots tax reporting inaccuracies, refunds, and audit procedures
Interprets state tax statutes, city code and court decisions
A ssists the Attorney General's Office in the enforcement of state tax laws by providing relevant supporting documentation and/or review of affidavits.
Develops and maintains updated department policy, procedures and training manuals
Agency/Department Compliance & Continuous Improvement
Remains current on all laws, regulations, policies, and best practices related to taxation through regular engagement in activities such as: self-directed research, conferring with other practitioners and technical experts; subscriptions to regulatory/legal/industry newsletters and briefs; membership industry associations and attendance at meetings/events; and or participation in training and others continuing education opportunities.
Maximizes work processes and deliverables through lean principles within the Arizona Management System (AMS); and provides recommendations for process improvement, and engages in continuous improvement efforts as assigned.
Reporting
Develops and maintains accurate, effective and timely status, progress, and resources utilization reports for team and upper management
Ensures team production, time and summary reports are produced, reviewed for accuracy, and shared with management accordance to established timelines
Projects Engagement
Engages as project business lead and/or SME as applicable, to ensure the successful execution of all mandated and non mandated projects.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge
Knowledge of federal and state laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to tax
Knowledge of individual income tax policy and procedures.
Knowledge of organizational and administrative procedures
Knowledge of auditing methods and systems of generally accepted auditing standards, risk assessments, contract and fiscal management
Understanding of methodologies of legal research, auditing, and accounting principles and procedures
Skill
Strong Verbal, written, and listening communication skills
Strong mathematical skills such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentage, average, simple and compound interest
Excellent interpersonal skills and demeanor
Effective organization and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work in high-pressure situations
Effective project management skills with the ability to lead, direct the work of teams without formal supervisory authority
Proficient in the use of a PC in a Windows environment; in the use of the Internet; in the use of MS Office Applications such as Outlook, Word and Excel, PowerPoint; and in the use of Google Suite applications such as Gmail, Sheets, Docs, and Drive.
Proficient in the use of tax reporting systems
Ability
Ability to clear a comprehensive background and clearance process that includes an Arizona tax compliance verification, and a criminal background check through the FBI via level one fingerprint clearance through the Arizona Department of Public Safety
Ability to work with a high degree of autonomy and also participate collaboratively as part of a team
Ability to build, motivate, engage, develop/grow, and retain a high performing team
Ability to work in a confidential manner, ensuring information is shared with internal and external individuals in an appropriate manner
Ability to understand and solve problems by applying intermediate analytical skills to include collecting all the relevant information and data needed to address the problem
Ability to travel up to 10% within the state of AZ
Willingness and ability to embody ADOR's core values of Do the Right Thing, Commit to Excellence, and Care About One Another
Selective Preference(s):
Education & Experience
Option A or B:
Any combination that meets the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA); typical ways KSAs are obtained may include but are not limited to: a relevant degree from an accredited college or university such as Bachelor's Degree (e.g., B.A.), training, coursework, and work experience relevant to the assignment AND minimum four (4) years' related experience as an Auditor, or equivalent experience
A Bachelor's Degree in accounting or closely related field AND three (3) years' experience as an Auditor or equivalent
Minimum of one years' experience as a lead or supervisor of auditors or closely related field
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or similar field
Possess a certification such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) and/or Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP)
Pre-Employment Requirements:
The final candidate will be required to abide by the the following pre-employment checks:
Employment Verification and Reference Checks
State and Federal Criminal Background Check, including fingerprinting
Arizona Tax Filing Records Check
If applicable, ASEDRA Authorized Driver Identification Check
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements. (https://publicstorage.dc4.pageuppeople.com/1045/ClientPublicFile/3601803f-02e5-4b70-b325-26c8ef309c1b.pdf)
Benefits:
The State of Arizona provides a world class comprehensive benefits package including:
Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans
10 paid holidays per year
Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Deferred compensation plan
Wellness plans
Tuition Reimbursement
Infant at Work Program
Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities
Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here (https://hr.az.gov/about/resources/family-leave-expansion) . For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page (https://benefitoptions.az.gov/jobseekers)
Retirement :
Top ranked Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) provides 100% employer matched contributions (enrollment eligibility will be effective after 27 weeks of State employment). ASRS provides a lifelong benefit based on years of service earned, or worked, and your ending salary. Learn more about ASRS at: https://www.azasrs.gov/content/new-and-prospective-members.
Contact Us:
If you have any questions, need assistance, or would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the ADOR Talent Team at ogre.ctr@azdor.gov
*The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
