Internal Control Manager - State of Vermont

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## Overview
There has never been a better time to bring your values and talents to
the collaborative team at the Vermont Department of Taxes. The rewarding
work we do supports this brave little state and helps shape its future.
We work with proven, dynamic technologies to fund initiatives that
preserve the environment, build vibrant communities, strengthen
families, and so much more. Discover new opportunities, learn new
skills, and solve problems with our dedicated and supportive team.
The Role

The Vermont Department of Taxes seeks an Internal Control Manager to
oversee a control and risk-management framework to ensure public dollars
are administered effectively, efficiently, and lawfully, and to
safeguard confidential information. This position is responsible for the
design, documentation, evaluation, and performance of those systems.

The Internal Control Manager reports directly to the Departments Chief
Operating Officer and works closely with the General Counsel, Division
Directors, the Agency of Digital Services (ADS), Department vendors, the
US Internal Revenue Service (IRS), and other key partners and
stakeholders. The salary for this position ranges from $74,485 to
$117,458, depending on experience and qualifications.

This positions primary responsibilities are to:
- Monitor, maintain, document, and develop internal control and
security procedures, policies, and standards for the Department.
- Develop and maintain a risk management program and framework for the
Department to ensure effective and efficient administration of tax
dollars and safeguarding of confidential information.
- Review business processes for internal control weaknesses and
evaluate compliance with department, state, and federal policies.
- Serve as the Departments primary IRS liaison and Disclosure Officer,
which includes coordinating IRS requests and communications and
working closely with the ADS and others to identify root causes of
IRS findings and developing corrective action plans.
- Investigate any alleged unauthorized disclosure of tax information
and, if necessary, assist with a coordinated response.
- Serve as a liaison to external parties performing audits of agency
functions.
- Oversee internal security reports in the Departments tax software
platforms.
- Lead continuous improvements to internal controls and risk
mitigation strategies. This includes championing and educating
directors about internal controls while keeping an eye on process
efficiency and effectiveness.
- Assess Department-wide security, integrity, confidentiality, and
internal control training needs and assist with the creation and
execution of training courses.
- Coordinate regular security reviews and provide oversight of
security roles within the Departments tax software platforms,
working across the Department to determine and set what level of
access certain users should have.
- Engage with national safeguard and internal control groups.
## The ideal candidate will have:
- Experience overseeing a system of internal control.
- Strong working knowledge of internal control and audit frameworks.
- Knowledge of modern accounting and auditing principles and practices
for governmental systems.
- The ability to determine non-compliance; to detect and define
accounting, access, information, and reporting irregularities; and
to recommend effective corrective measures.
- Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing.
- Strong coordination and collaboration skills.
- Strong analysis and computer skills.
- The ability to inte rpret correctly and apply regulations and
procedures of considerable complexity.
- A proven record of prioritizing work, managing deadlines, and
aligning expectations with senior management.
- The ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships.
Working at the Vermont Department of Taxes
The mission of the Vermont Department of Taxes is to serve Vermonters by
administering our tax laws fairly and efficiently to help taxpayers
understand and comply with their state tax obligations. Our core values,
Service, Integrity, Growth, and Community, guide our decisions and
actions as we strive to fulfill our mission. Learn more about the
mission, goals, and core values of the[Vermont Department of
Taxes](https://tax.vermont.gov/about).
At our department, we promote a healthy organizational culture that
helps our employees thrive. For us, that starts with engagement, morale,
and growth opportunities. We also value diverse teams and are committed
to creating a community of inclusion. For additional information about
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