Revenue Analysts

$52,000 - $52,000/Yr

ManpowerGroup - Augusta, ME

Full-time - Entry Level

Augusta, ME

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Revenue Analyst position in Augusta, Maine, is a full-time, temporary role that offers an excellent opportunity for individuals with a background in accounting, finance, or taxation. This position is crucial for the organization as it involves researching and citing codes related to financial issues. The Revenue Analyst will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and completeness of tax records and applications, which is essential for the effective functioning of state government operations. This role is designed for those who are looking to gain valuable experience in the public sector and potentially transition into permanent government positions in the future. As a Revenue Analyst, you will engage in various tasks that include researching tax or legal-related issues, documenting your findings, and presenting metrics related to assigned projects. You will be calculating various taxes such as sales, excise, and income taxes to make informed assessments. Additionally, the role requires contacting taxpayers to clarify information, negotiate payment terms, and explain tax forms, laws, and policies. This position demands a strong understanding of federal and state tax codes, as well as the ability to apply this knowledge to personal, business, and corporate taxes. This is an onsite position located in Augusta, Maine, with a schedule of Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM. The role is temporary, lasting approximately one year, and offers a competitive pay rate of $25 per hour. The organization values integrity and the well-being of its employees, making it an ideal workplace for those who are committed to public service and wish to contribute positively to the community.

Responsibilities

• Researching tax or legal-related issues and documenting findings, including reviewing tax records and applications for accuracy and completion.
• Gathering, evaluating, and presenting metrics related to assigned projects, including calculating sales, excise, income, or other taxes to make assessments.
• Contacting taxpayers by phone and/or mail to obtain or clarify information, negotiating payment terms, collecting tax payments, and explaining tax forms, laws, and policies.
• Interpreting and applying federal and state tax codes for personal, business, and corporate taxes.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution.
• A four-year combination of training, education, and experience in accounting, taxation, or finance work is acceptable.
• Strong analytic skills.
• Knowledge of basic accounting practices.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer proficiency.

Benefits

• Access to health, vision, and dental benefits
• Maine Earned Paid Leave
• Great pay
• Excellent foot-in-the-door opportunity
• Close to the turnpike exit
• Restaurants and shopping nearby