The Revenue Agent I conducts research; cigarette retailers inspections and investigations; interviews with retailers and wholesalers; gathers evidence; and applies a variety of investigative techniques regarding local cigarette tax ordinance violations – to include preparation of material for testimony in court. The Revenue Agent I issues formal business warning notices, conducts the seizure of illegal cigarettes and will communicate with those found in violation to advise of the nature of the violation and provide information on methods to achieving compliance. The Revenue Agent I must communicate with other stakeholders in order to provide educational and other information to support the activities of the NVCTB. This position requires adherence to established procedures, a willingness to learn, and the development of independent judgment under supervision.
Duties include:
* Conducting field inspections and audits of retail establishments including checking Business Licenses and thorough check of cigarettes to insure proper stamping and tax payment.
* Conducting cigarette seizures of untaxed or otherwise illegal cigarettes.
* Attending court proceedings to testify in cases involving violations of cigarette tax ordinances.
* Investigating cigarette tax laws non-compliance and delinquent tax cases.
* Conducting physical tax stamp inventories of wholesalers/Registered Agents.
* Conducting audits and preparing written summaries of findings and recommendations.
* Reviewing transactions, documents, records and reports for proper completion and accuracy of information.
* Compiling reports using word processing and spreadsheet applications.
* Participating in multi-agency operations with local police departments, Virginia tax enforcement personnel, Virginia ABC Agents and other Law Enforcement Agencies.
* Performs other duties as required.
Company Description
The Northern Virginia Cigarette Tax Board (NVCTB) administers and enforces local cigarette taxes on behalf of member jurisdictions throughout Northern Virginia. Because cigarettes are a controlled substance, administration and enforcement of the tax is complex, requiring local and state tax stamping, inventory control, and payment prior to the sale. Collected tax revenue is distributed to localities to supplement general fund revenue.