Auditor 1 (Tax)/Auditor Trainee 1 (Tax)/Auditor Trainee 2 (Tax) (Audit Division) (NY HELPS)

Taxation & Finance, State · Monroe · New York

Role: Performance analyst
Posted: Aug 11, 2026
Closes: Nov 18, 2026
Salary: $53,764 to $85,138 Annually

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Summary

The Auditor 1 (Tax), Auditor Trainee 1 (Tax), and Auditor Trainee 2 (Tax) positions in the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance Audit Division conduct on-site field audits and examinations of taxpayers' books, records, and substantiating data to determine compliance with New York State Tax Law. Duties include developing knowledge of tax law and department procedures, communicating with supervisors and taxpayers, maintaining computer skills, traveling frequently to field audit sites, and representing the Audit Division at conferences and hearings. This is a full-time permanent position with flexible work arrangements and telecommuting available. The role requires significant travel, including overnight trips and visits to locations not accessible by public transportation.

Key qualifications

Bachelor's degree including 24 semester credit hours in accounting, auditing, or taxation; or bachelor's degree with 18 credit hours in accounting/auditing/taxation plus 6 credit hours in finance, mon
One year of accounting/auditing experience for Trainee 2 level (or Master's degree with 15 credits in accounting/auditing/taxation)
Two years of accounting/auditing experience for Auditor 1 level (or CPA license in New York or Master's degree with 15 credits plus one year experience)
Valid driver's license based on geographic location
Ability to travel frequently within and outside New York State with computer equipment and case materials

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