12104
Employment insurance and revenue officers
- Express Entry skill level
- Yes
- Regulated in Québec
- No
- In demand in Manitoba
- No
Classification
Business, finance & administration
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Definition
Employment insurance and revenue officers administer and enforce laws and regulations related to tax revenue, employment insurance and other government benefit services. They are employed by government agencies.
Main duties
- This group performs some or all of the following duties:
- Excise tax revenue officers
- Audit accounting records to determine income, exemptions, payable taxes, compliance with reporting regulations and existence of fraud
- Examine accounting systems and internal controls of organizations
- Provide advice on reporting and evaluation methods for goods subject to taxation
- Prepare briefs and assist in searching and seizing records, and in preparing charges for court cases.
- Government benefits services officers
- Determine the eligibility of persons applying for government benefits such as Employment Insurance (EI), Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and Old Age Security (OAS)
- Ascertain the facts on such issues as reasons for loss of employment and availability for work
- Monitor the payments of benefits and investigate claimants when there appears to be fraud or abuse.
Example job titles
- •employment insurance agent
- •employment insurance benefits control officer
- •revenue officer
- •tax collection officer
- •tax enforcement officer
Overview
NOC 12104 comprises employment insurance and revenue officers who administer and enforce laws and regulations related to employment insurance, taxation, customs, excise, or other government benefit and revenue programs. Typically employed by government departments and agencies such as Service Canada and the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), these professionals play a critical role in evaluating benefit claims, auditing financial records, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Under Canada's NOC 2021 system, this occupation is classified under TEER 2.
To qualify for NOC 12104 roles, candidates usually require a college diploma or a university degree in business administration, commerce, economics, law, or a related field. Some positions may require specialized government training or certifications depending on whether the officer is focused on revenue collection, tax auditing, or benefit adjudication. This occupation is highly relevant for skilled workers seeking Canadian permanent residency through programs aligned with the Express Entry system, such as the Federal Skilled Worker Program, provided they meet the specific economic program criteria.
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For official immigration and classification details, please consult Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC).
Educational overview summarizing this occupation. Always confirm against the official NOC profile and IRCC before relying on it.
Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.