Associate Tax Attorney- Macon or Atlanta, GA

Mauldin & Jenkins Llc; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Mauldin & Jenkins LLC is seeking an Associate Tax Attorney to join its Tax Controversy Resolution Department in Georgia. The role involves handling IRS notices, examinations, and appeals, with collaboration across the team to deliver accurate, timely responses.

The successful candidate will have a JD, an active Bar license, and an interest in tax law. The firm emphasizes a balanced, professional environment and strong client service.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years in tax controversy or related field preferred but not required.
• Active Bar license required; JD from an accredited law school.
• Proficiency in MS Word/Excel and Adobe; strong research skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle IRS notices, tax examinations, and appeals with the team.
• Prepare correspondence and documents for IRS/state agencies.
• Track time and manage workflow; ensure deadlines and accuracy.

Skills

Tax controversy

Legal research

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar license

Taxation certificate (optional)

Tools

Bloomberg

MS Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Description:Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC is seeking an Associate Tax Attorney for their Tax Controversy Resolution Department. We are a Top 100 CPA Firm and have been one continuous entity since 1918.The Associate Tax Attorney will deal in tax controversy and resolution matters. The cases an Associate Tax Attorney could work include matters related to notices received by clients, tax examinations, and appeals of tax matters to the IRS. Specifically, the Associate Attorney works with other Tax Controversy Resolution members in handling IRS Notices, making phone calls to the IRS regarding these notices, preparing written correspondence to the IRS such as Reasonable Cause penalty removal letters, and Information Document Request responses to IRS Audit Letters. The Associate Attorney receives support from the tax controversy team in connection with the Firm’s tax controversy practice on both the federal and state levels.Responsibilities:Communicate and work well with other Tax Controversy Resolution team membersWork diligently under the supervision of partners and directorsInteract attentively with representatives from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and State revenue agenciesHandle IRS Notices, case evaluation, risk assessment, and counseling on various complicated tax problemsAccurately track time spent on each caseManage workflow, complete tasks daily, ensure deadlines are satisfied, and ensure work is performed accurately, thoroughly, and documented in the firm’s case management systemPrepare correspondence and legal documents distributed to the IRS and state revenue agenciesUtilize Bloomberg and other applicable platforms to conduct legal researchQualifications:Preferred 0-3 years of tax controversy experience in a law firm or accounting firm but not requiredMust provide a cover letter demonstrating your legitimate interest in tax lawHave an active Bar license; accounting degree, CPA license, or Masters in Taxation Law preferred but not requiredProficiency in Adobe and MS Office with expertise in Word and ExcelCompetency in solving unique problems and working as part of a teamDetail-oriented and comfortable working in a fast-paced office environmentExceptional written and verbal communication skillsSuperior organization skills and dedication to completing projects on timeAbility to work effectively, efficiently, and collaboratively with other team members in a professional mannerStriving for personal improvement and a willingness to accept constructive criticismAdhere to the firm’s Core ValuesLocation: Macon, GA or Atlanta, GABenefits:At M&J, we don’t ask you to give up your personal life for your career; we encourage a healthy work/life balance by providing you with the tools, compensation, and benefits to achieve a high quality of lifeSalary: Competitive