Junior Tax Attorney

Talent Edge Recruiting; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical: PPO and HMO plans available

Dental & Vision insurance provided

401(k): 3% employer match

Paid Time Off: up to 4 weeks based on tenure

Paid Holidays: several federal holidays

Job summary

A leading attorney-led tax firm in Farmington Hills is seeking a Junior Tax Attorney to manage a high-volume caseload and handle complex tax matters. Candidates should have a Juris Doctor and strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. This role offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth in tax law, IRS procedures, and client advocacy within a professional environment. Benefits include medical plans, a 401(k) with employer match, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of relevant experience or a strong academic background.
• Demonstrated ability or willingness to learn IRS procedures and tax resolution processes.
• Exposure to complex or high-value tax matters.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Exposure to complex or high-value tax matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-volume caseload (60+ active cases) across various stages.
• Communicate directly with IRS personnel.
• Prepare and submit IRS financial disclosures and documentation.
• Handle Offers in Compromise (OIC) and Currently Not Collectible (CNC) determinations.
• Conduct transcript analysis and financial evaluations.
• Support audit defense, compliance matters, and FOIA requests.
• Track case progress and provide regular updates.
• Participate in team meetings and case strategy discussions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

IRS procedures knowledge

Tax law knowledge

Attention to detail

Case management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

A well-established, attorney-led tax firm is seeking a Junior Tax Attorney to join its growing team! This opportunity is ideal for a motivated and detail-oriented professional who has a strong interest in tax law, IRS procedures, and client advocacy, and who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This role offers the opportunity to work on a wide range of complex tax matters while developing hands-on expertise and managing cases from inception through resolution.

This is an in-office role within a collaborative and professional environment that emphasizes accountability, quality of work, and long-term development. The firm provides exposure to a broad range of tax matters, including IRS collections, compliance, and advanced resolution strategies, offering a strong foundation for career growth in tax law and advisory services.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a high-volume caseload (60+ active cases) across various stages
• Communicate directly with IRS personnel, including ACS representatives, Revenue Officers, and PPS agents
• Prepare and submit IRS financial disclosures and documentation (e.g., Forms 433-A/B)
• Handle tax resolution matters, including:
• Offers in Compromise (OIC)
• Currently Not Collectible (CNC) determinations
• Conduct transcript analysis and financial evaluations
• Support audit defense, compliance matters, and FOIA requests
• Track case progress and provide regular status updates and reporting
• Participate in team meetings and case strategy discussions

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) required; bar admission in any U.S. state
• 0–2 years of relevant experience or strong academic background
• Demonstrated ability or willingness to quickly learn IRS procedures and tax resolution processes
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Exposure to complex or high-value tax matters
• Medical: PPO and HMO plans available (eligible after 120 days)
• Dental & Vision: Provided through Guardian
• 401(k): 3% employer match (eligible after 1 year)
• Paid Time Off: 0–2 years: 80 hours (2 weeks), 2–5 years: 120 hours (3 weeks), 5+ years: 160 hours (4 weeks)
• Paid Holidays: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day & Day After, Christmas Day

We look forward to reviewing your resume!