Tax Resolution Internship Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Department Information If your career goal is to make a difference, and you are looking for a rewarding intern opportunity, consider joining the dedicated professionals at the State of Colorado, Office of the State Auditor (OSA). The Office of the State Auditor (OSA) is a nonpartisan agency in Colorado's Legislative Branch. Our mission is to improve government for the people of Colorado.

Our audits and evaluations provide the General Assembly, agencies, and the public with thorough, credible, and impartial assessments of the operation of state programs, the use of state and federal funds, and the effectiveness of the State's tax expenditures (e.g., credits, exemptions, deductions). The OSA is overseen by an engaged, dedicated executive team committed to fostering a workplace culture that provides competitive compensation and a healthy and opportunity-based work environment for staff that supports work/life balance. Management and OSA staff are dedicated professionals who are passionate about good government and produce high-quality work that makes a difference to the State of Colorado and its citizens

If you are the successful candidate for this exciting opportunity you can expect to benefit from: -Outstanding opportunities for professional development and continued skills training. -Central downtown location by the Capitol Building with reimbursements for parking. -ECO Pass for public transportation -Flexible work schedule options.

Work Environment: -Primarily 8:00 am - 5:00 pm work hours, Monday-Friday -Hybrid - staff are required to work in office at least one day a week. -Internship must be performed in Colorado Description of Job Pay rate: $25.00 per hour The OSA is looking for a Legislative Financial Audit intern who is passionate about improving Colorado and committed to results. We need a creative, flexible, results-oriented team player with strong analytical skills, keen investigative instincts, and exceptional communication and people skills

Our paid internship program (30-40 hours per week) is designed to accomplish three things: 1)provide the intern an opportunity to work with a team on a relevant project(s) within our financial auditing division, 2) formally train and develop their skills, and 3) provide him/her with a realistic preview of what full-time employment would be like as an auditor. An intern's responsibilities are similar to that of a full-time Financial Auditor. Interns go through a series of training, team experiences, and agency interactions to help them orient to the OSA and understand auditing.

Interns will be expected to: -Interact with multiple levels of state government to assess government financial performance, stewardship, and operations. -Analyze large volumes of information and data to evaluate agency financial activities in relation to statutes, regulations, fiscal rules, generally accepted accounting principles, -and standards of program efficiency and effectiveness. -Identify possible findings and recommendations in accordance with OSA guidelines.

Key Competencies: -A strong aptitude for analytical thinking and problem solving. -Strong organizational, and technology skills. -The ability to gather and organize information to formulate and support decisions and opinions.

-Effective communication skills, verbal, written and presentation. -Outstanding interpersonal skills. -Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; conflict resolution; self-initiative and self-motivation; and a high aptitude for learning about issues related to state government.

-Applicants should possess skills and work ethic to work independently, as well as working effectively as part of an audit team. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights Must be seeking (or have completed) a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or related degree. If seeking a bachelor's degree, must be at the senior undergraduate level and expect to graduate by May 2027.

In addition, the following are required: -Transcripts -Resume -Cover letter **You MUST submit official or unofficial transcripts with your application. Conditions of Employment Must submit to and successfully pass a pre-employment background check. The Office of the State Auditor conducts background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment.

Background checks may include, but are not limited to, criminal history, national sex offender search and motor vehicle history. Supplemental Information Equity, Diversity and Inclusion The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them.

Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. The Office of the State Auditor is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship.

If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Vicky Lane, at vicky.lane@coleg.gov or call (303) 869-2805.