Senior Consultant, Tax Controversy

About the role

The Federal Tax Specialty brings a forward-thinking approach to strategic tax advisory, offering tailored solutions that go far beyond compliance. With deep expertise in federal tax law, they deliver value-driven planning, proactive risk management, and innovative strategies aligned with each client's objectives. Their multidisciplinary approach empowers businesses to optimize tax positions, manage costs effectively, and capitalize on growth opportunities.

Description & Requirements

What You Will Do:

• Provide federal tax controversy services to firm clients as part of a growing Tax Controversy and Procedure practice
• Work on a wide variety of tax controversy matters and take the lead on gathering and documenting facts, researching and analyzing complex tax issues and IRS procedures, and drafting various types of written correspondence (e.g., letters, tax memos, file documentation)
• Advise and assist clients with IRS notices, IRS account issues, penalty abatement requests, entity classification election issues, requests for TAS assistance, and other IRS practice and procedure matters
• Assist with IRS audits and administrative appeals, including preparing IDR/NOPA responses, protests, and other written correspondence
• Manage communications with clients and engagement team members

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Taxation, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in public accounting, or specialized expertise in federal interest computation and/or complex, multi-year federal tax calculations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Accounting, Taxation, or a related field
• Current and valid CPA, EA, JD, or LLM credential
• Understanding of interest rules, regulations, revenue procedures, and IRS guidelines, with the ability to research and analyze complex scenarios.
• Proficiency with DMI (Decision Modeling, Inc.) Interest and Penalty software or similar interest-netting tools.

About Forvis Mazars, LLP

About Forvis Mazars, LLP Forvis Mazars, LLP is an independent member of Forvis Mazars Global, a leading global professional services network. Ranked among the largest public accounting firms in the United States, our 7,000+ team members deliver assurance, tax, and consulting services to clients in all 50 states and internationally.

What We Offer

Our robust total rewards program and flexible work environment reflect our commitment to people, careers, and well-being-empowering our team to grow and thrive while delivering exceptional service. To explore what makes working at Forvis Mazars special, visit www.forvismazars.us/careers.

Legal Notice

Forvis Mazars, LLP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer in accordance with applicable law. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or other protected classifications.

Illinois Wage Transparency

Pursuant to Illinois' Equal Pay Act, the salary range displayed is for the Illinois market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Non-exempt/hourly positions will be eligible for time and half pay for employees that work over 40 hours in a workweek. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), bonuses, profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. For more information on benefits, please visit https://resourcecenter.forvismazars.us/. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.

Virginia Wage Transparency

Pursuant to Virginia's Equal Pay Law, the salary range displayed is for the Virginia market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Positions that are non-exempt will be eligible for overtime pay compensable at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a workweek. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.