Tax Controversy / Revenue Audit - Assistant Manager/Manager/Senior Manager

ACCA Careers; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working

Pension

Health insurance

Annual leave

Job summary

EY Ireland seeks an experienced Tax Controversy Assistant Manager/Manager/Senior Manager to join our Tax & Law team in Dublin. You will lead audits, advise on dispute resolution, prepare submissions, and mentor junior staff while developing clients and managing risk.

Hybrid working with offices across Dublin and other cities; strong tax knowledge and leadership required to work with top clients on complex tax investigations and litigation.

Qualifications

• Professional tax qualification (AITI/CTA/ACCA/ACA) or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of experience in tax controversy, tax audits or related.
• Strong knowledge of Irish tax law and practice.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to exceptional client service.
• Experience leading and developing a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage tax audits and investigations conducted by tax authorities.
• Advise clients on tax dispute resolution strategies and represent them in negotiations with tax authorities.
• Prepare and review submissions for tax rulings, appeals, and litigation.
• Work closely with the tax advisory team to identify and mitigate tax risks.
• Keep abreast of changes in tax legislation and case law that may impact clients.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, tax authorities, and other stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development of thought leadership and internal training materials.
• Mentor and supervise junior staff and contribute to their professional development.
• Assist with business development activities, including proposal writing and client presentations.

Skills

Tax knowledge

Communication

Negotiation

Project management

Analytical skills

Team leadership

Client service

Tax qualifications

Education

Professional tax qualification (AITI/CTA/ACCA/ACA)

Job description

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.

We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.
Join EY and help to build a better working world.

Tax Controversy / Revenue Audit: Assistant Manager/Manager/Senior Manager

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship: NO
Business Area: Tax
EY’s culture promotes a flexible hybrid working environment. Across all aspects of our tax practice, candidates can choose to work from any of our offices in Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick and Waterford.

Excellent opportunity to join a Big 4 Tax practice where you will be part of a high-performing team. Our globally coordinated Tax practice combines exceptional knowledge and experience with local expertise and cutting-edge technology platforms, making us a market leader in Tax services.
You will receive exposure to some of EY's most diverse and exciting clients, working with the latest Tax technology solutions in the market.

We are currently seeking applications from suitable candidates to join EY’s Tax practice at Manager Level.
EY Ireland is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Tax Controversy Assistant Manager/Manager/Senior Manager to join our dynamic Tax & Law team. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting clients with tax audits, disputes, and litigation, and providing strategic advice on managing tax risks and resolving controversies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage tax audits and investigations conducted by tax authorities.
• Advise clients on tax dispute resolution strategies and represent them in negotiations with tax authorities.
• Prepare and review submissions for tax rulings, appeals, and litigation.
• Work closely with the tax advisory team to identify and mitigate tax risks.
• Keep abreast of changes in tax legislation and case law that may impact clients.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, tax authorities, and other stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development of thought leadership and internal training materials.
• Mentor and supervise junior staff and contribute to their professional development.
• Assist with business development activities, including proposal writing and client presentations.

Qualifications

• A professional tax qualification (AITI/CTA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent).
• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in tax controversy, tax audit, or a related field.
• Strong technical knowledge of Irish tax law and practice.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• A commitment to providing exceptional client service.
• Experience in leading and developing a team.

What Working At EY Offers

We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive benefits package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs: covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around.
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career.
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you.

Benefits

All our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:

• Pension
• Discounted health insurance
• Web Doctor – Free unlimited online GP consultations for you and your family
• The purchase of additional annual leave
• Hybrid Working
• Free Gym membership
• Travel Pass
• Maternity & Paternity leave
• Bike to work Scheme
• Recognition Awards
• Cash incentives for referrals
• Work Mobile
• Tech MBA paid by EY
• Wellness rooms available in some offices

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.

Career Progression

• When you join EY, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one.
• Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• As you grow and develop here, you’ll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it’s as unique as you are - success is defined by you, we will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
• We have embraced Hybrid working at EY adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of our employees.

About EY

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

Inclusion & Diversity

We hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected, practices are equitable and everyone experiences a sense of belonging: Inclusion, diversity, and equity are part of who we are at EY. We believe that the highest-performing teams maximize the power of different perspectives and backgrounds. These teams are both diverse and inclusive and are willing to invite and learn from other perspectives. Our ability to include various viewpoints into our mindsets, behaviours and operations is fundamental to driving innovation, building strong relationships, and delivering the best solutions for our clients.

We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and building a culture where we support all our people to achieve their potential. You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.