Tax Controversy Manager

Wffacpa; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Performance bonus

Full benefits package

Job summary

Wffacpa is seeking a Tax Controversy Manager in New York to work closely with our lead partner. The role involves managing cases with the IRS and state authorities, requiring strong forensic skills and tax experience.

The ideal candidate will have a CPA license or JD, and experience in tax controversy. This hybrid role offers significant flexibility and opportunities for professional growth as part of our expanding team.

Qualifications

• Active CPA license or Juris Doctor required.
• 3+ years Tax Controversy experience plus broader tax experience.
• Strong forensic skills to analyze complex financial records.

Responsibilities

• Manage Tax Controversy engagements from start to resolution.
• Conduct forensic review of tax returns and financial records.
• Prepare and review tax returns as needed for compliance.

Skills

Active CPA license or JD

Tax Controversy experience

Forensic and analytical skills

Clear communication

Judgment on case selection

Education

3+ years of dedicated Tax Controversy experience

5 to 10 years of broader tax/accounting experience

Job description

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 base of high-net-worth individuals, closely held businesses, and professional service firms. We are part of Windsor Path, a national platform of leading accounting and tax firms backed by a long-term family office investor. Our Tax Controversy practice is led by a seasoned managing director with decades of experience at a top 10 firm, and we are expanding the team to meet growing client demand.

The Opportunity

We are hiring a Tax Controversy Manager to work directly alongside our lead partner on a focused, high value practice. This is not a generalist tax role. You will spend the majority of your time representing clients in front of the IRS and state taxing authorities across three primary case types:

1. Non-filers (individuals and entities) being brought back into compliance
2. Filed but unpaid matters, including installment agreements, offers in compromise, and other resolution work
3. False or fraudulent return matters, typically referred by outside counsel

You will own substantive case work, with the runway to build your own book of business over time and step into a long-term leadership role as the practice grows.

What You'll Do

• Manage Tax Controversy engagements across the three case types above, from initial intake through resolution
• Conduct forensic and analytical review of returns, financial records, and supporting documentation to assess exposure and build the client's position
• Prepare and review individual and entity tax returns as needed to bring clients into compliance
• Communicate directly and clearly with IRS revenue agents, state taxing authorities, referring attorneys, and clients
• Collaborate with WFFA partners and staff on cases that intersect with broader tax and advisory work

What We're Looking For

Required:

• Active CPA license or JD
• 3 or more years of dedicated Tax Controversy experience, with an additional 5 to 10 years of broader tax/accounting experience (preparation, review, audit, or related work)
• Strong forensic and analytical skills, with the ability to work through complex fact patterns and reconstruct financial records
• Demonstrated ability to handle direct communication with the IRS, state authorities, attorneys, and clients in a clear, succinct, and professional manner
• Sound judgment on case selection and the ability to manage matters with limited oversight

Nice to Have:

• CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner) or comparable forensic credential
• Prior experience as an IRS or state auditor
• Existing relationships with tax attorneys, law firms, or referring professionals
• Comfort with business development and origination over time. We see this as a growth area for the right person, not a day one requirement

Why This Role

You will work shoulder to shoulder with a managing director who built and led a large Tax Controversy practice at a top 10 firm and who is actively invested in mentoring the next generation of leaders in this space. The practice has more demand than the current team can serve, so there is a real and immediate path to a full case load, a growing reputation, and meaningful long-term opportunity within WFFA.

Location and Work Setup

We have offices in Manhattan near Penn Station as well as Floral Park, NY (Long Island). This role is hybrid with significant flexibility. In person meetings with revenue agents or clients are occasional rather than routine.

Compensation

Competitive base salary commensurate with experience, plus performance bonus and a full benefits package.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

At WFFA, we believe great work happens when people feel welcomed, respected, and supported. We value diverse backgrounds and perspectives and encourage everyone to show up as their authentic selves.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. This policy applies equally to applicants regardless of national origin.

To all staffing agencies: Please be advised, WFFA is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. All unsolicited resumes will become property of Windsor Path.