
Tax Controversy
Exemplar Companies, PBC
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Massachusetts • United States
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About the role
- Represent clients before the IRS and state tax authorities during audits, appeals, and examinations
- Research and analyze complex tax issues to develop defensible positions and strategies
- Prepare written responses to audit inquiries, notices, and information requests
- Manage and organize all documentation related to tax controversies, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
- Collaborate with internal accounting, finance, and legal teams to assess tax risks and exposure
- Draft protest letters, position papers, and settlement proposals
- Monitor changes in tax law, regulations, and court decisions impacting cases
- Advise leadership and clients on tax controversy trends, compliance, and risk mitigation
- Build and maintain professional relationships with taxing authorities
- Support broader tax compliance and planning initiatives as needed
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or related field (JD or LLM preferred)
- CPA, JD, or Enrolled Agent designation strongly preferred
- 5+ years of experience in tax controversy, audit defense, or a similar role
- Strong knowledge of federal and state tax procedures and audit processes
- Excellent analytical, research, and writing skills
- Strong communication and negotiation abilities
- Experience in public accounting, law firm, or corporate tax environment preferred
Benefits
- W-2 employment with consistent compensation and support
- Collaborative, team-based environment
- Flexibility and autonomy without going it alone
- Access to firm infrastructure, systems, and leadership support
- Opportunity to grow within a purpose-driven organization
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
tax controversyaudit defensetax researchtax compliancetax planningfederal tax proceduresstate tax proceduresaudit processeswriting skillsnegotiation skills
Soft Skills
analytical skillscommunication skillsorganizational skillscollaborationrelationship buildingrisk mitigationstrategic thinkingproblem-solvingattention to detailtimeliness
Certifications
CPAJDLLMEnrolled Agent