Senior Tax Associate – Tax Controversy

RSM US LLP

Tax Senior Associate consulting clients and internal engagement teams on complex IRS tax issues. Responsibilities include assisting with IRS examinations, appeal matters, and technical research.

Posted 4/14/2026full-timeWashington • California, Florida, Oklahoma, Texas, Virginia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $86,500 - $164,500 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist senior professionals with IRS examinations, IRS appeals matters
Research technical issues specific to IRS practice and procedural issues
Prepare written communications to the IRS regarding penalty abatement requests
Working on IRS account issues, corrections and reconciliations
Assist senior professionals with preparation of Private Letter Ruling Requests

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field from an accredited university
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong research and writing skills
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Ability to meet client service, quality, and performance expectations
Effective project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities

Benefits

Comp & perks

competitive benefits
compensation package
flexibility in your schedule

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Hard Skills & Tools

IRS examinationsIRS appealspenalty abatement requestsaccount correctionsaccount reconciliationsPrivate Letter Ruling Requestsresearchwriting

Soft Skills

written communicationverbal communicationclient servicequality expectationsperformance expectationsproject managementability to manage multiple priorities

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting