Gross Production Claims and Refunds Specialist

State of Oklahoma
Any Location, OK
Category Accounting
Job Description
The Gross Production Claims and Refunds Specialist supports the Business Tax Services Division by performing various routine audits, reviews, or investigations. This may include independent responsibility for conducting audits of various functions or activities, or serving as a member of an audit team in completing more complex audits or special investigations.

Requirements

  • Analyze taxpayer-provided data against gross production records to determine lease eligibility for economically-at-risk status.
  • Review taxpayer-submitted data in accordance with statutes and regulations to assess the eligibility of claimed costs for the marketing cost deduction on natural gas production.
  • Evaluate leases certified by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission for secondary, tertiary, and recycled water incentives to validate refund claims and establish credits to be issued.
  • Prepare memos and taxpayer correspondence that clearly convey procedures, laws, and regulations.
  • Provide professional assistance to taxpayers, legal representatives, and internal and external personnel via email, telephone, and in person.
  • Complete assigned work items efficiently to meet section production and accuracy standards.
  • Resolve both complex and routine business tax issues by utilizing appropriate resources and responding in a timely manner.
  • Plan, schedule, and conduct audits of businesses, agencies, schools, corporations, and other entities to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, generally accepted accounting principles, and financial accountability standards.
  • Review financial and business records to identify deficiencies and provide guidance on compliance with existing laws, policies, and standards.
  • Prepare audit reports and offer recommendations for policy or procedural improvements.
  • Conduct special investigations as assigned.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Generous state-paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
  • A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
  • Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
  • A Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
  • 15 days of paid vacation and 15 days of sick leave for full-time employees the first year.
  • 11 paid holidays a year.
  • Paid Maternity leave for eligible employees.
  • Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders.
  • A Longevity Bonus for years of service.
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