Manager - Tax Controversy

Overview

This organization is seeking a Manager – Tax Controversy to join the National Tax practice.

In this role, you will support the National Tax Group and help clients respond to IRS and state tax matters to resolve issues as favorably as possible. This position will be part of a new National Tax team and reports directly to the Head of Tax Controversy and Risk.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in IRS and other authorities’ tax controversy matters, including interactions with clients, engagement team members, and IRS/state personnel
• Research complex federal and state tax topics and draft and/or review technical memoranda and tax alerts
• Ensure timely handling and identification of technical topics for training tax team members
• Assist client teams with complex transactions to identify risk areas prior to execution
• Assist clients and engagement teams in identifying potential risk areas
• Support internal and external presentations
• Serve as a tax technical resource to the Tax practice
• Assist with reviewing and enhancing tax policies and procedures to improve quality and reduce risk

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA, EA, JD or LLM preferred
• IRS or solid controversy experience desirable
• 6+ years of broad, relevant experience in tax compliance, tax accounting, or tax consulting
• Strong technical skills in tax concepts and rules
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team with guidance, while managing deadlines and concurrent projects
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and various tax research tools

Compensation & Benefits

A Total Rewards package is offered, including:

• Generous PTO
• Flexible work environment
• Expanded parental leave
• Extensive learning & development
• Paid time off for employees to volunteer

Location

National (offices nationwide)