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Job Description
Tax Specialist 2 (Revenue) Remote Sellers Commission Baton Rouge, LA Job Details $3,345 - $6,566 a month 21 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Parental leave Career development plan Qualifications Economics Law CPA Management Information Systems Financial auditing Account maintenance Finance Sales tax Business analysis Direct client contact Information Systems Mid-level Refund processing Accurate transaction records management Doctor of Law (JD) Analysis skills Policy & process development Bachelor's degree Accounting Tax compliance reporting Accounting and finance experience 1 year Business Bar Accounting Communication skills Policy Development Account opening Full Job Description Salary $3,345.00 - $6,566.00 Monthly Location Baton Rouge, LA Job Type Classified Job Number 222373 Department Remote Sellers Commission Opening Date 06/16/2026 Closing Date 6/29/2026 11:59 PM Central About this Job
OUR MISSION
The Louisiana Sales and Use Tax Commission for Remote Sellers was created by Act 274 of the 2017 Regular Legislative Session. The Commission is charged with the administration and collection of sales and use tax with respect to remote sellers. We promote uniformity and simplicity in compliance and we adhere to the Code of Government Ethics while providing leadership and professionalism in our duties to those we represent and serve.
OVERVIEW
The Tax Specialist 2 processes returns and payments, manages remote seller accounts, and assists taxpayers. Key Competencies Attention to detail, analytical skills, strong communication, and accuracy. What Makes It Unique This role supports a specialized statewide commission and plays a key part in the growing area of remote seller tax administration. Minimum Qualifications Six semester hours in accounting, business, economics, finance, management, information systems management, or quantitative methods plus one of the following: Four years of experience in accounting, financial auditing, tax administration, tax policy or law, management analysis, or administrative services in a financial setting Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus one year of experience in accounting, financial auditing, tax administration, tax policy or law, management analysis, or administrative services in a financial setting; OR A bachelor's degree plus one year of experience in accounting, financial auditing, tax administration, tax policy or law, management analysis, or administrative services in a financial setting; OR An advanced degree or Juris Doctorate; OR Possession of a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or a current Louisiana license to practice law.
EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field. Job Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties:
The Louisiana Sales and Use Tax Commission for Remote Sellers was created and established for the administration and collection of the sales and use tax imposed by the state and political subdivisions with respect to remote sales. Reviews penalty waiver requests and makes a determination or recommendation in accordance with Commission adopted guidance Authorize or recommend issuance of any refund or credit due. Review applications submitted by businesses to determine eligibility to file as a remote seller. Open and close taxpayer accounts, generate all correspondence pertaining to new/closed accounts; verify account closings by reviewing taxpayer history to determine if there are outstanding balances due prior to closing an account. Report any outstanding balances to Executive Director prior to closing account. Ensure payments are properly recorded. Responsible for assisting taxpayers with applications, filing of returns, payment of taxes, and any general questions. Develop, analyze internal processes and recommend and implement procedural or manual changes. Educate taxpayers regarding return and payment processing and management.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type:
Probational - up to 24 months
Compensation:
The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience. Office located at 7722
Office Park Blvd, Baton Rouge How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score or assessment is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. •Resumes
WILL NOT
be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.• For further information about this vacancy contact: Renee Ellender Roberie Louisiana Remote Sellers Commission 225.342.2156 Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career. As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program: Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/ Parental Leave - Up to six weeks paid parental leave More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx Holidays and Leave - State employees receive the following paid holidays each year: New Year's Day Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. •Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase. Retirement - State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to): Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org ). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org), Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others
