Senior Associate – Tax Controversy
Aprio
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: United States
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Salary
💰 $70,000 - $124,000 per year
Job Level
About the role
- Review and analyze tax notices received by clients.
- Communicate with clients to gather necessary information and documentation.
- Prepare and submit responses to tax authorities in a timely manner.
- Track and follow up on the progress of tax notice resolutions.
- Assist in preparing clients for tax audits, including organizing relevant financial records and documents.
- Work closely with the Tax Controversy team to develop audit defense strategies.
- Collaborate with clients and tax authorities during the audit process.
- Analyze audit findings and propose appropriate resolutions.
- Assist clients in addressing tax debt issues and developing repayment plans.
- Communicate and negotiate with tax authorities to resolve outstanding tax debts.
- Monitor and track progress on debt collection efforts.
- Conduct legal research to support tax controversy cases.
- Prepare legal documents, such as appeals, petitions, and settlement agreements.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant tax laws and regulations.
- Maintain clear and effective communication with clients regarding the status of their tax controversy cases.
- Provide expert guidance and advice to clients on tax-related matters.
- Stay up to date with changes in tax laws, regulations, and policies.
- Attend training sessions and professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field.
- Must be a current CPA, Enrolled Agent, licensed attorney or be in the process of obtaining certification.
- Previous experience in tax controversy, tax compliance, or a similar role is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of tax laws and regulations.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Proficiency in legal research and documentation.
- Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
- Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
- 401k with Profit Sharing
- 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
- Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
- Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
- Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
- Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
- Top rated wellness program
- Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
tax analysistax compliancelegal researchfinancial record organizationaudit defense strategiesdebt collectiontax notice resolutionpreparation of legal documentstax debt negotiationtax audit preparation
Soft Skills
communicationnegotiationorganizational skillsdetail-orientedindependent workteam collaborationclient guidanceproblem-solvingtime managementprofessional development
Certifications
CPAEnrolled Agentlicensed attorney