Tax Director, National Office (Tax Controversy)

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Job Responsibilities

• Lead and manage tax controversy engagements, including IRS and state audits, appeals, and post-audit resolution

• Represent clients in communications with taxing authorities, including preparing formal responses, position papers, protests, and settlement discussions

• Advise clients on audit risk and defend technical tax positions related to income tax, cost recovery, R&D credits, and other complex issues

• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments relevant to controversy and translate impacts into client guidance

• Partner with legal and technical tax teams to develop strategies for audit defense and resolution

• Manage IDRs and audit documentation in coordination with clients and internal teams

• Mentor and develop tax staff and managers working on controversy and technical tax engagements

• Support business development efforts by identifying controversy-related service opportunities and participating in client pitches

• Maintain strong relationships with IRS personnel and industry peers to stay current on procedural changes and enforcement trends

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in federal tax controversy, IRS representation, or related tax technical roles

• Experience in a public accounting firm, law firm, or with the IRS

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification

• In-depth knowledge of IRS practice and procedure, including exam, appeals, and alternative dispute resolution processes

• Proven success in managing audits, defending complex tax positions, and negotiating favorable outcomes

• Excellent research, writing, and verbal communication skills, particularly in client and IRS-facing interactions

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