Senior Tax Associate - Advocacy & Controversy Tax

Responsibilities

• Provide tax advocacy services on criminal and civil matters.
• Participate in IRS audits and administrative hearings.
• Advocate on clients' behalf before the collection and examination divisions of the Internal Revenue Service and all 50 state tax agencies.
• Research and consult on various tax matters, respond to IRS and other tax authority inquiries when requested, and make recommendations to the client for consideration.
• Conduct business fraud investigations.
• Proactively build relationships and communicate effectively with the client to provide superior client service.
• Invest in professional development through active participation in training sessions and networking events both internally and externally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or equivalent required.
• Master’s Degree, MST, JD, or other applicable advanced degree a plus.
• CPA, CFE, or Enrolled Agent Certifications highly desired.
• Two (2) or more years of experience in a professional services firm providing tax compliance services or equivalent government agency.
• Previous experience in tax examination, tax advocacy or controversy a plus.
• Former experience specializing in forensic accounting and investigative matters relating to government investigations and tax advocacy highly desired.
• Demonstrated management, analytical, organization, interpersonal, project management, communication skills, and highly developed Microsoft Suite skills (Word, Excel) required.
• The ability to provide exceptional client service, demonstrate commitment to continuous learning, display appropriate ethical knowledge and commitment, and exhibit a sense of urgency and commitment to quality and the timely completion of duties.
• The ability to work effectively in a team environment and comfortably interact with senior level client personnel, including supporting the preparation of and participating in executive briefings.
• Excellent written/verbal communications and collaboration skills.
• Strong project management and facilitation skills.
• Flexibility to travel to client site as needed and ability to work beyond core business hours for client engagements.

Pay

The pay rate range for this job position is $95,000 to $130,110. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of relevant factors including but not limited to applicant’s skills, prior experience, qualifications, degrees, professional certifications, work arrangements and geographic location. Baker Tilly offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to eligible employees.