Excise Tax Auditor II 2026-02293

Excise Tax Auditor II 2026-02293

Salary

$5,158.40 Monthly

Location

Cheyenne, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2026-02293

Department

Department of Audit

Division

Excise Tax

Opening Date

09/21/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Determined by Position

Job Classification

FIAU08

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

This entry-level position will travel throughout the state of Wyoming and occasionally out of state to conduct audits of small to medium business entities. This position will verify proper sales tax reporting, use tax, lodging tax, fuel tax, and IFTA/IRP (taxes and fees associated with the trucking industry). You will take part in an extensive on-the-job training program to gain the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct these audits. As part of on-the-job training, you will also assist senior staff members in gaining knowledge and experience in planning and conducting external tax audits of moderately complex to complex business entities to ensure compliance with tax law and increase state revenue by exposing unpaid or underpaid taxes and fees.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays

• Retirement - Pension and 457(b) plans that help you build a secure future

• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options

• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

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Human Resource Contact: Candice Dillmon / 307-777-5312 / candice.dillmon@wyo.gov

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

• In all matters, maintain a professional and independent attitude and appearance.
• Must have good oral and written communication skills to communicate professionally and effectively.
• Ability to learn how to conduct audits of multiple tax types, including sales tax, use tax, fuel tax, tobacco tax, International Fuel Tax Agreement, and International Registration Plan.
• Ability to apply accounting principles and business practices in obtaining financial data and all information needed to complete an audit.
• Ability to analyze tax history records, financial records, and other relevant financial data to verify the accuracy of taxes being remitted to the state.
• Ability to work under limited supervision, independently and in a team setting to accomplish personal and organizational goals.
• Ability to assist team members in reviewing and analyzing relevant information to ensure compliance with state taxation rules and regulations and international agreements.
• Ability to make informed decisions about tax liability, accurately compile audit data into detailed work papers, and write accurate audit reports detailing the completed audit steps and analysis.
• Ability to perform detailed reviews of all work to ensure audit conclusions are supported by the data reviewed and comply with auditing and departmental standards.
• Ability to testify at the State Board of Equalization, Federal District Court proceedings to defend audit processes, audit findings, and conclusions.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Preference may be given to those with a Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university (typically in accounting, economics, statistics, or finance).

Must have a valid drivers license.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and business practices.
• Basic knowledge of different accounting systems and accounting software programs.
• Basic knowledge of general ledgers, income statements, depreciation schedules, and accrual reports.
• Basic knowledge of Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) and Generally Accepted Accounting Practices (GAAP).
• Basic knowledge of sampling standards and procedures used in analyzing large sets of financial data.
• Basic knowledge and skills with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to learn about diverse accounting and software systems used by a variety of business entities.
• Ability to learn basic knowledge and apply Wyoming Tax Statutes, rules, and regulations for sales tax, use tax, tobacco tax, fuel tax, IFTA, and IRP.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelors Degree (typically in Finance or Accounting)

Experience:

0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Auditing) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Auditor I

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Auditing) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Auditor I

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Must have a valid drivers license.
• Travel is required throughout the state of Wyoming and occasionally out of state.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Exempt

Supplemental Information

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator.

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.

Employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits - including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options - including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules - vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 9 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility - for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development - to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

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Your paycheck is only part of the picture. The State of Wyoming offers a Total Compensation Calculator that shows the full value of your salary plus benefits, so you can clearly see what your complete compensation package looks like.

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WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can't find anywhere else - wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, and no state income tax.

Click here for detailed information or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!.

01

(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3 months)? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associates Degree
• Associates Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelors Degree
• Bachelors Degree and additional coursework
• Masters Degree
• Masters Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

02

(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3 months)? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

03

(FIAU08) How many years of relevant work experience or transferable skills do you have related to the job description?

• No relevant experience.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to two (2) years of relevant experience.
• Two (2) to three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Three (3) or more years of relevant experience.

04

(AA) Describe your relevant experience in the box below.

05

Do you have a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university (typically in accounting, economics, statistics or finance)?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

07

(A) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Goverment jobs www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resources Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

08

(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employees first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.

09

(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.

10

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans preference disclosure.

• Yes
• No
• I am not a veteran

11

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veterans military service, and wish to claim veterans preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans preference status. By requesting veterans preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veterans Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

12

(AA) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of Wyoming

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General Description Section

Statewide, Wyoming, 82002

Phone 307-777-7188

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm