Tax Senior Manager, Tax Controversy

Tax Senior Manager resolving tax disputes and audits for clients at Armanino. Overseeing teams and ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations.

Posted 6/17/2026full-timeSan Jose • California, Colorado, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $181,900 - $285,000 per yearWebsite

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee and manage tax controversy matters, including audits, appeals, penalties, collections, and litigation support
Develop and implement strategies to resolve tax disputes efficiently and effectively
Represent clients in tax audits, appeals, and tax authority collections matters
Conduct thorough research on tax laws and regulations to support tax positions
Collaborate with internal teams and external advisors to provide comprehensive tax solutions
Stay up-to-date with changes in tax laws and regulations and assess their impact on the organization
Manage multiple projects, ensuring timely and accurate completion
Provide guidance and support to junior tax staff and assist in their professional development

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Tax, Finance, or related discipline
Minimum of 7 years of experience in tax controversy with strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws
Qualified to practice before the IRS (i.e., JD, CPA, or EA)
Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills
Effective communication and negotiation abilities

Comp & perks

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Hard Skills & Tools

tax controversytax auditstax appealstax collectionslitigation supporttax researchtax lawstax regulationsproject managementstrategic development

Soft Skills

analytical skillsproblem-solving skillscommunication skillsnegotiation skillscollaborationguidancesupportprofessional development

Certifications

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