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Tax Controversy Attorney

Wheaton, IL

$150K - $185K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of tax controversy matters, including dealing with the IRS, Office of Appeals, and Tax Court. You will be instrumental in ...

Director, Tax Controversy

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As our Director, Tax Controversy, you will own the company's U.S. federal audit and controversy efforts (with opportunity to expand to controversy work outside the US), lead Advance Pricing Agreement ...

Director, Tax Controversy

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$230 - $360/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As our Director, Tax Controversy, you will own the company's U.S. federal audit and controversy efforts (with opportunity to expand to controversy work outside the US), lead Advance Pricing Agreement ...

Tax Controversy Associate

Boca Raton, FL · On-site

$55K - $74K/yr

How You'll Contribute Kaufman Rossin is seeking a Tax Controversy Associate to join our growing Tax Controversy practice. This role is ideal for an early-career tax professional with experience ...

Senior Tax Controversy Attorney Our Tax Controversy Practice represents individuals, businesses, and nonprofit organizations in disputes with federal, state, and local tax authorities. We are seeking ...

Tax Controversy Associate

Boca Raton, FL

$55K - $74K/yr

How You'll Contribute Kaufman Rossin is seeking a Tax Controversy Associate to join our growing Tax Controversy practice. This role is ideal for an early-career tax professional with experience ...

Tax Controversy Attorney

Wheaton, IL · On-site

$150 - $185/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Tax Controversy Attorney $150000 - $185000 per year | Wheaton, IL | On-site | Permanent A bit about us: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Permanent Tax Controversy Attorney to join our ...

Tax Controversy Manager

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

Tax Controversy Manager WFFA Advisors New York, NY or Floral Park, NY | Hybrid About WFFA Advisors WFFA Advisors is a New York based accounting, tax, and advisory firm serving a sophisticated client ...

Senior Associate, Tax Controversy

Raleigh, NC · On-site +1

$70K - $133K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Tax Controversy Senior Associate to join our Tax Controversy Department. This position is crucial in helping our clients navigate complex tax issues ...

Tax Controversy Associate

Boca Raton, FL · On-site

$55K - $74K/yr

How You'll Contribute Kaufman Rossin is seeking a Tax Controversy Associate to join our growing Tax Controversy practice. This role is ideal for an early-career tax professional with experience ...

Senior Associate, Tax Controversy

Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site +1

$70K - $133K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Tax Controversy Senior Associate to join our Tax Controversy Department. This position is crucial in helping our clients navigate complex tax issues ...

Senior Associate, Tax Controversy

Dallas, TX · On-site +1

$70K - $133K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Tax Controversy Senior Associate to join our Tax Controversy Department. This position is crucial in helping our clients navigate complex tax issues ...

Senior Associate, Tax Controversy

Minneapolis, MN · On-site +1

$70K - $133K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Tax Controversy Senior Associate to join our Tax Controversy Department. This position is crucial in helping our clients navigate complex tax issues ...

Senior Associate, Tax Controversy

Overland Park, KS · On-site +1

$70K - $133K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Tax Controversy Senior Associate to join our Tax Controversy Department. This position is crucial in helping our clients navigate complex tax issues ...

Associate Manager Tax Controversy

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$100K - $134K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Own controversy documentation: organize workpapers, correspondence, and issue trackers using audit management tools. * Build strong relationships across Treasury, Legal, HR, and business stakeholders ...

Senior Associate, Tax Controversy

Austin, TX · On-site +1

$70K - $133K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Tax Controversy Senior Associate to join our Tax Controversy Department. This position is crucial in helping our clients navigate complex tax issues ...

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What is the difference between Controversy vs Journalist?

AspectControversyJournalist
Required credentialsVaries; often no formal certificationDegree in journalism, communications, or related field
Work environmentPublic forums, social media, media outletsNewsrooms, media organizations, freelance
Employer and industry usageIndividuals or groups creating or sparking controversyMedia outlets, newspapers, TV stations
Common search intentUnderstanding or analyzing controversyReporting news, investigative journalism

Controversy refers to a contentious issue or debate, often created or highlighted by individuals or groups. A journalist, on the other hand, is a professional who reports, investigates, and presents news stories. While controversy can be a subject of journalism, the roles differ: controversy is a phenomenon or topic, whereas a journalist is a profession focused on informing the public about such issues.

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Tax Controversy Attorney

Jobot

Wheaton, IL

$150K - $185K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 17 days ago


Job description

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Tony Fasano
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume.
Salary: $150,000 - $185,000 per year
A bit about us:
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We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Permanent Tax Controversy Attorney to join our prestigious legal team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex and high-stake tax disputes, IRS audits, and appeals. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of tax controversy matters, including dealing with the IRS, Office of Appeals, and Tax Court. You will be instrumental in representing clients in federal tax litigation, penalty abatement, levy, lien, trust fund recovery penalty, FBAR, FATCA, and voluntary disclosure matters.
Why join us?
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  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401K

Job Details
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Responsibilities:
  • Manage and resolve complex tax controversies, including IRS audits, administrative appeals, collection due process (CDP), and state and local tax (SALT) disputes.
  • Represent clients before the IRS, Office of Appeals, Tax Court, and other federal and state tax authorities.
  • Negotiate Offers in Compromise and other settlement agreements with the IRS and state tax agencies.
  • Counsel clients on FATCA, FBAR, and voluntary disclosure matters.
  • Advise on criminal tax matters, including defense strategies and plea negotiations.
  • Develop and implement effective tax controversy strategies to minimize tax liability and penalties.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in tax laws and regulations that may affect clients and their businesses.
  • Collaborate with other attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure the best representation of our clients.

Qualifications:
  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
  • Admission to State Bar and admission to practice before the U.S. Tax Court.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Tax Controversy Attorney, Associate, Counsel, or Partner.
  • Proven track record in handling tax disputes, IRS audits, appeals, federal tax litigation, and criminal tax matters.
  • Extensive knowledge of IRS procedures, including penalty abatement, levy, lien, trust fund recovery penalty, and offer in compromise.
  • Familiarity with FBAR, FATCA, and voluntary disclosure regulations.
  • Strong negotiation and advocacy skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
  • High ethical standards and professional integrity.

Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button.
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Jobot is a revolutionary Recruiting Rirm that combines the latest in AI technology with our custom software, Jax, and partners it with Jobot Pros experienced recruiters to fill jobs and provide incredible service to our clients and candidates in the process. We are disrupting the Recruiting space and have grown from 0 to over 750 folks in 5 years. Jobot is committed to workplace flexibility. Come join us at the beautiful Jobot House in Newport Beach, CA or work from anywhere in the United States with strong WiFi. We have recruiters in New York, Hawaii and all over the US. We typically fly top performers to California a few times a year to enjoy the weather and celebrate in style.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Irvine, CA, US

Year founded

2018