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Taxation Inspector

OFO Code: 335201

Last checked 3 October 2026

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1. Occupation identity

OFO code
335201
Occupation
Taxation Inspector
Classification
OFO 2021
Major group
TECHNICIANS AND ASSOCIATE PROFESSIONALS
Unit group
3352 · Government Tax and Excise Officials

Official description
Government tax and excise officials examine tax returns, bills of sale and other documents to determine the type and amount of taxes, duties and other types of fees to be paid by individuals or businesses, referring exceptional or important cases to accountants, senior government officials or managers.

More official OFO detail

Specialisations: Tax Investigator, Investigator Computer Tax Audit, Serious Fraud Investigator

  • Investigating filed tax returns and accounting records, systems and internal controls of organizations to ensure compliance with taxation laws and regulations
  • Examining tax returns, bills of sale and other relevant documents to determine type and amount of taxes, duties and other types of fees to be paid
  • Advising organizations, enterprises and the public on government laws, rules and regulations concerning the determination and payment of taxes, duties and other government fees, and on the public’s rights and obligations
  • Performing related administrative tasks to document findings, maintain records and report on actions taken for cases

2. Demand status

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