How do they match: Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents

  • Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents

  • Customer Service Representative
  • Internal Revenue Service Agent
  • International Tax Services Associate
  • State and Local Tax Associate

  • Check tax forms to verify that names and taxpayer identification numbers are correct, that computations have been performed correctly, or that amounts match those on supporting documentation.
  • Conduct independent field audits and investigations of income tax returns to verify information or to amend tax liabilities.
  • Contact taxpayers by mail or telephone to address discrepancies and to request supporting documentation.
  • Direct service of legal documents, such as subpoenas, warrants, notices of assessment, and garnishments.
  • Enter tax return information into computers for processing.
  • Investigate claims of inability to pay taxes by researching court information for the status of liens, mortgages, or financial statements, or by locating assets through third parties.
  • Maintain knowledge of tax code changes, and of accounting procedures and theory to properly evaluate financial information.
  • Participate in informal appeals hearings on contested cases from other agents.
  • Request that the state or federal revenue service prepare a return on a taxpayer's behalf in cases where taxes have not been filed.

  • Inform individuals or organizations of status or findings.
  • Collect payments for goods or services.
  • Document information related to legal proceedings.
  • Maintain data in information systems or databases.
  • Verify accuracy of financial information.