BC Public Service

FO TAX 24R - Tax Auditor

BC Public Service$86K — $98K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • CPA accounting designation issued by a Canadian Accounting Association.
  • Minimum of 2 years audit and/or accounting experience.
  • Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills including pivot tables and handling large datasets.
  • Valid Class 5 BC driver's license with no restrictions.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and conduct audits of consumption tax systems.
  • Analyze business operations to assess compliance with tax regulations.
  • Work collaboratively with a diverse team of professionals.
  • Uphold fairness and integrity in the tax system of British Columbia.
  • Contribute to employee development and mentorship initiatives.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work options with up to five days of telework per week.
  • No busy season stress, promoting work-life balance.
  • Access to training and ongoing educational opportunities.
  • Opportunity for career advancement within a large provincial ministry.
Full Job Description
Posting Title

FO TAX 24R - Tax Auditor

Position Classification

Financial Off (Tax Audit) R24

Union

GEU

Work Options

Hybrid

Location

Cranbrook, BC V1C 7G5 CA
Dawson Creek, BC V1G 4X3 CA
Fort St John, BC V1J6M7 CA
Kamloops, BC V2H 1B7 CA
Kelowna, BC V1Z 2S9 CA
Nanaimo, BC V9T 6L8 CA
Nelson, BC V1L 6K1 CA
Penticton, BC V2A 8X1 CA
Prince George, BC V2N4P7 CA
Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA (Primary)
Terrace, BC V8G 1W2 CA
Vancouver, BC V6B 0N8 CA
Vernon, BC V1T 9V2 CA
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA

Salary Range

$86,030.25 - $98,003.93 annually, which includes a 24 Grid/6.6% Market Adjustment*

Close Date

9/7/2026

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Ministry of Finance

Ministry Branch / Division

Consumer Taxation Audit Branch / Revenue Division

Job Summary

The Team
The Consumer Taxation Audit Branch (CTAB) is part of the Ministry of Finance which is one of the largest provincial ministries. The branch is a dynamic force in tax compliance across BC. CTAB conducts audits under several acts for the province's consumption tax systems, promoting a fair and equitable business environment. CTAB fosters a work environment that capitalizes on individuals' strengths and promotes employee development. This collaborative, flexible environment is built on shared ideas, mutual respect, and self-awareness.

The Role
As an Auditor, you will play a pivotal role in upholding fairness and integrity within British Columbia's tax system-helping fund schools, hospitals, and roads that keep our communities thriving. You'll dive into real-world business operations, plan and conduct audits with confidence, and apply your expertise to make a tangible impact. Work-life balance is core to our team, with potential telework up to five days a week, no busy season, and reduced commuting for more family and personal time. Plus, you'll have access to training, mentorship, and promotional opportunities within a diverse organization, backed by a team of 150+ passionate professionals.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements
  • CPA accounting designation issued by a Canadian Accounting Association.
    • Note: Applicants must indicate in their resumes the year and month, as well as the provincial or regional body of where they obtained their accounting designation. Applicants who have passed the Common Final Examination (CFE) may be considered for "under implemented" positions.
  • A minimum of 2 years of audit and/or accounting experience.
  • Experience using Microsoft Excel at an intermediate level (including working with pivot tables, multiple worksheets, finding and replacing data, sub-totaling, sorting and filtering large data sets, applying basic formulas, data imports and working with text data).
  • Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5, BC driver's license or equivalent, with no L restrictions.

Proviso/Willingness Statement
  • Overnight travel out-of-headquarters area may be required depending on the needs of a specific audit.



About this Position:
There are 14 positions available.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 5 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill both current and/or future permanent vacancies.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Market Adjustments.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

How to Apply:
Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).

Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.

Job Category

Finance

Additional Information

Job Profile - FO TAX 24R - Tax Auditor - 125016

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