Tax Controversy Manager

Clark Schaefer Hackett; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 Weeks PTO plus shutdown week

Comprehensive benefits

Hybrid work

Career growth

Meaningful impact

Supportive culture

Job summary

Clark Schaefer Hackett seeks a Tax Controversy Manager / Senior Manager to guide disputes with federal, state, and local authorities. You will develop strategies, mentor staff, and partner with clients and engagement teams.

The role emphasizes leadership, high‑stakes tax matters, and opportunities to deepen client relationships in a collaborative, hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Experienced tax professional with a background in public accounting, tax law, the IRS, state taxing authorities, corporate tax, or specialized tax consulting.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax matters.
• Experience navigating complex tax examinations, disputes, appeals, or related controversy matters.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• Leadership or mentoring experience preferred for Senior Manager-level candidates.

Responsibilities

• Manage federal, state, and local tax examinations and controversy matters.
• Navigate administrative appeals and dispute resolution.
• Respond to tax notices and information requests.
• Assist with penalty abatement and collection matters.
• Conduct tax research and develop controversy strategies.
• Advocate for and represent clients before taxing authorities.
• Consult with partners and engagement teams on complex tax matters.
• Build strong client relationships and identify opportunities for additional services.

Skills

Tax expertise

Public accounting background

Tax law knowledge

IRS/state authorities experience

Leadership

Client relationship skills

Job description

Career Opportunity: Tax Controversy Manager / Senior Manager with Clark Schaefer Hackett

Ready to put your tax expertise to work where it can make a meaningful impact?

As a Tax Controversy Manager / Senior Manager, you’ll serve as a trusted advisor to clients and colleagues navigating complex tax matters. You’ll help develop strategies, resolve disputes, interact with taxing authorities, and provide guidance when the stakes are high.

Whether your experience comes from public accounting, tax law, the IRS, a state taxing authority, corporate tax, or specialized tax consulting, this is an opportunity to bring your expertise to a growing specialty practice where your judgment, insights, and relationships will make a difference.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage federal, state, and local tax examinations and controversy matters.
• Navigate administrative appeals and dispute resolution.
• Respond to tax notices and information requests.
• Assist with penalty abatement and collection matters.
• Conduct tax research and develop controversy strategies.
• Advocate for and represent clients before taxing authorities.
• Consult with partners and engagement teams on complex tax matters.
• Build strong client relationships and identify opportunities for additional services.
• Depending on experience, mentor staff, develop processes, and support the continued growth of the Tax Controversy practice.

Qualifications:

• Experienced tax professional with a background in public accounting, tax law, the IRS, state taxing authorities, corporate tax, or specialized tax consulting.
• Strong technical knowledge of federal, state, and/or local tax matters.
• Experience navigating complex tax examinations, disputes, appeals, or related controversy matters.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Sound professional judgment and the ability to serve as a trusted advisor to clients and colleagues.
• Leadership or mentoring experience preferred for Senior Manager-level candidates.

Why Join CSH?

• 5 Weeks PTO PLUS a firm shut down week! Generous time off to recharge.
• Comprehensive Benefits - including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, Employee Assistance Program, and Parental Leave.
• Hybrid Work - Flexibility to balance work and life.
• Career Growth - Company stability plus a multitude of learning and development opportunities.
• Meaningful Impact - Become a trusted resource on complex, high-stakes tax matters.
• Supportive Culture - Work alongside experienced professionals who value collaboration and invest in YOU.

Ready to become a trusted voice when it matters most?

Join Clark Schaefer Hackett and bring your tax expertise to a collaborative environment where your ideas, judgment, and experience can have a meaningful impact on clients, colleagues, and the continued growth of our Tax Controversy practice.