Auditor - Tobacco - Eastern Virginia

State Role Title: Auditor I

Hiring Range: $60,000 - $65,000, commensurate with experience

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Department of Taxation

Location: Teleworkers

Agency Website: https://www.tax.virginia.gov/work-with-us

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Taxation is seeking a highly motivated Field Auditor to support the Tobacco Tax Unit. This position is responsible for conducting tobacco tax compliance audits, inspections, and investigations to ensure proper reporting and payment of all applicable tobacco and cigarette taxes. The Field Auditor helps protect state revenue by identifying noncompliance, researching tobacco product distribution channels, and supporting enforcement and policy initiatives.

In this role, you will…

• Conduct audits of licensed Virginia Stamping Agents and tobacco product distributors
• Conduct retail site inspections
• Perform assigned Distributor ST‑10C audits
• Research and identify sources of tobacco and cigarette products entering Virginia to ensure appropriate taxes are paid
• Perform compliance inspections related to cigarette and OTP tax laws, including verification of sales exemption processes
• Prepare professional audit work papers that clearly support findings, assessments, or potential litigation
• Provide timely written and verbal updates to management regarding tobacco tax trends, compliance issues, and audit progress
• Conduct follow‑up contacts with potential unregistered OTP distributors identified through inspections or other sources
• Participate in special projects such as joint enforcement initiatives with federal, state, and local partners, online compliance testing, and policy/legislative research
• Stay current on accounting/auditing standards and issues affecting tobacco industries
• Provide input on the potential impacts of proposed tobacco tax legislation

High-speed Internet connection (preferably not Satellite) is REQUIRED with a Download speed of 2 MB or higher and an Upload speed of 1 MB or higher. (See testing requirements under special instructions)

Location: This role will be home based in the Eastern region of Virginia.

The hiring range for this position is $60,000 - $65,000, commensurate with experience, knowledge and abilities. As a member of the Virginia Tax team, you can expect additional benefits such as:

• Job stability and quality of life! Enjoy your work/life balance with flexible schedule options and up to two days of telework per week.
• 12 Paid State holidays on top of vacation, sick, volunteer, and personal leave!
• Comprehensive and affordable health benefits.
• Got student loans? You may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Participation in the Virginia Retirement System, VA 457 Deferred Comp, and more.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of corporate structure/tax planning or experience preparing Federal or state corporate income tax returns (preferably Virginia)
• Knowledge of accounting, auditing, state and federal tax laws, rules and regulations
• Proficiency with Microsoft office software as well as electronic data & files
• Must have own transportation available to travel to audits throughout the geographical coverage area
• Have a quiet, safe and private home-based work office/space (subject to inspection) with high-speed Internet (not wireless) & locking file cabinet.
• Must hold a valid US Driver's License
• Strong verbal and written communication skills using professional grammar and formatting
• Ability to analyze and reconcile financial and operational data to assess tax liabilities and payments

Additional Considerations

• Experience working in the field independently and in a home-based environment with minimal supervision
• Prior experience conducting tobacco‑related audits or inspections
• Experience working with tax administration systems or audit software
• Experience collaborating with law‑enforcement or regulatory partners
• Professional experience with accounting and audit terminology, techniques, and formal theory of accounting
• Professional experience in preparing and/or reviewing Federal and State Corporation income tax return
• Advanced knowledge, skill and ability in areas such as accounting, auditing, finance, or other related fields

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position. All Virginia Tax employees must be current with filing their tax returns ensuring they were filed in compliance with established laws, rules and regulations. Selected candidate(s) will be required to consent to and successfully pass a background investigation which includes fingerprint-based criminal history, tax compliance, and DMV driving record (if applicable) checks. Virginia Tax is unable to provide sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Applicants must have permanent authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future. The selected candidate will be prohibited from performing tax or accounting services for compensation during or outside business hours. Virginia Tax is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workforce. All qualified applicants are afforded equal opportunities without regard to race, sex, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, genetics, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants with disabilities, if requested, during the application and/or interview process. If accommodations are needed, please contact Human Resources at (804) 786-3610. Virginia Tax participates in E-verify. Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application and/or resume’.

Contact Information

Name: Virginia Tax Talent Acquisition Team

Phone: 804-786-3608

Email: hroffice@tax.virginia.gov