Tax Controversy Senior

Akin Doherty Klein & Feuge; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tax consultancy firm in San Antonio is seeking a Tax Controversy Senior. The role involves leading tax engagements, mentoring team members, and interacting closely with clients to resolve complex tax issues. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and at least 2 years of public accounting experience. This full-time position is hybrid, offering a collaborative work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 2+ years recent public accounting experience.
• Knowledge of federal and state tax issues.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all aspects of IRS and SALT projects.
• Review and analyze client data for IRS filings.
• Communicate with IRS and States regarding tax issues.
• Prepare written correspondence to clients and authorities.

Skills

IRS audits

Analytical skills

Tax compliance

Tax resolution

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Job description

As a Tax Controversy Senior, you will work in a collaborative environment, lead diverse engagements, and develop fellow team members. In this role you will interact closely with clients and gain exposure to a wide range of tax cases. We pride ourselves on exemplary client service and enjoy advancing our team members from within.

Position Type

Full Time; In office / Hybrid

Location

San Antonio

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2+ years recent public accounting experience
• Prior Tax Controversery experience IRS and/or Sales Tax preferred
• Income tax compliance experience
• Experience with IRS audits, IRS notices, Sales Tax audit and research, strong analytical skills to conduct tax related research
• Knowledge and understanding of federal and state tax issues, preparation of US federal and state tax returns
• Knowledge of computer systems, programs and data retrieval
  Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Responsibilities

• Assist in all aspects of IRS and SALT projects including audits, appeals, collection, penalty abatement projects, and tax resolution projects
• Review and analyze client data, respond to information requests, prepare required supporting documents and IRS filings
• Track statute of limitations, provide technical advice on practice and procedure matters, and communicate with exam team, and clients
• Regular communication with both the IRS and States, to accurately assess client’s individual and business tax issues
• Monitor and update the Tax Controversy Department ticket system to manage deadlines and ensure timely responses
• Prepare written correspondence to clients, the IRS, and ADKF teams
• Draft responses to notices by federal, state, and local taxing authorities
• Manage casefiles in a productive, efficient, and organized manner
• Ability to investigate and diagnose client’s individual and/or business tax problems
• Draft regular articles and posts for the ADKF website and technical updates related to tax controversy topics
• Mentor and train less experienced staff
• Other duties as needed and assigned
• Understanding overtime requirements during busy season

ADKF is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.