Do you have an accounting degree and an interest in real estate?
Would you like to serve your community and grow your career with the County of Sonoma?
If so, apply today to become an Auditor-Appraiser I!
For first-round considerations please submit an application by March 25, 2025.
Starting salary up to $48.48/hour ($101,183/year) and a competitive total compensation package!
As an Auditor-Appraiser I in the Clerk-Recorder-Assessor's Office (CRA), you will gain experience auditing accounting records based upon data contained in those records and from physical inspections of properties in the field. Additionally, you will learn how to explain business assessment auditing procedures and methods to the general public, businesses, and commercial firms. You will also learn to apply auditing and appraisal theories and techniques to assess valuations of businesses' assets and improvements, as well as personal items like boats and aircrafts.
As an Auditor-Appraiser I, you will also be responsible for the following:
Conducting business property tax audits on various sizes and types of businesses and properties
Determining assessed values for business assets and fixtures
Providing customer service via phone and in person to taxpayers
Assisting taxpayers with their property tax matters and property statement filings
Verifying the accuracy of property statement data that is reported by the taxpayer
Preparing for assessment appeals and testifying before the Assessment Appeals Board
Performing in-person site inspections when needed to collect and verify property data, equipment, fixtures and other improvements
Performing computer searches of data for property ownership, valuations and other information
As an ideal candidate, you will possess many of the following:
Experience with bank and general ledger reconciliations, tracking fixed assets and preparing depreciation schedules
Familiarity with creating financial statements and related financial reports and completing a Business Property Statement and Agricultural Property Statement
Knowledge of California Revenue and Taxation Code
The ability to obtain permanent certification through the California Board of Equalization
Strong public-speaking and communication skills
Good listening skills, empathy, compassion and patience toward others
Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) skills
Possession of the Certified Public Accountant license is highly desirable
Please note: The California State Board of Equalization (BOE) is responsible for the certification of state and county assessors' personnel performing appraisals for property tax purposes. Statutes require the BOE to certify Auditor-Appraisers before they perform these duties. The certification includes an initial evaluation of the candidate's education and experience, and the successful completion of a qualifying examination. Please visit the California State Board of Equalization website for the certification requirements.
Salary is negotiable within the established range and benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. This recruitment is open continuously and may close at any time without notice. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted. For more information, including minimum qualifications, & to apply, visit, www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org or call 707-565-2331. The County of Sonoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to having a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. Apply Now
