Tax Senior Associate- Employment Tax Advocacy & Controversy

Overview

The organization is seeking a Senior Associate for the Employment Tax Advocacy and Controversy Services Practice. This role provides industry-focused employment tax controversy and advisory services to a variety of market clients. Responsibilities include investigating, analyzing, and advocating for clients’ U.S. federal and state employment tax matters.

Highly preferred location: within 50 miles of a Baker Tilly office.

Responsibilities

• Provide employment tax advocacy and controversy services on civil matters.
• Investigate, analyze, and resolve federal and state employment tax controversy issues.
• Educate and advise clients on taxation rules and best employment tax practice procedures.
• Review and advise on processes for Forms 940, 941, W-2, 1099, etc.
• Respond to IRS and other tax authority inquiries when requested.
• Demonstrate strong teamwork, a positive attitude, and high ethical standards.

Requirements (Minimum Qualifications)

• 4 year degree.
• JD/Law License or CPA required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Must have, or obtain, a PTIN.
• 3 years of professional experience.
• 1–3 or more years of experience in a professional services firm providing employment tax work; previous tax advocacy/controversy experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated analytical, organization, interpersonal, project management, and communication skills.
• Developed Microsoft Word and Excel skills required.
• Ability to provide exceptional client service in a fast-paced environment, with strong ethical knowledge, urgency, and commitment to quality and timely completion of duties.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and interact comfortably with internal and external clients.
• Excellent data analysis and technical skills.
• Strong project management and facilitation skills.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay rate ranges (good-faith estimate; final compensation depends on skills, experience, qualifications, professional certifications, work arrangements, geographic location, and other business needs):

• National pay rate range: $82,600 to $120,000
• California pay rate range: $90,100 to $143,000

The organization offers a compensation and benefits package to eligible employees.

Work Location Status

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