Senior Associate - Tax Controversy

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In-Office or Remote
70K-124K Annually
Professional Services
The Role
Work with a nationally ranked CPA and advisory firm that is passionate for what's next. Aprio has 30 U.S. office locations, one in the Philippines and more than 2,100 team members that speak 60+ languages across the globe. By bringing together proven expertise, deep understanding, and strategic foresight for fast-growing industries, Aprio ensures clients are prepared for wherever life or business may take them. Discover a top-rated culture, vast growth opportunities and your next big career move with Aprio.

Join Aprio's Tax Special Operations team and you will help clients maximize their opportunities. Aprio is a progressive, fast-growing firm looking for a Manager - Tax Controversy to join their dynamic team. 
 
This position is crucial in helping our clients navigate complex tax issues, including tax notices, audits, and debt collections. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of tax laws and regulations, and the ability to effectively communicate and negotiate with tax authorities.

Position Responsibilities: Tax Notice Management

  • Review and analyze tax notices received by clients. 
  • Communicate with clients to gather necessary information and documentation. 
  • Prepare and submit responses to tax authorities in a timely manner. 
  • Track and follow up on the progress of tax notice resolutions. 

Position Responsibilities: Audit Support

  • Assist in preparing clients for tax audits, including organizing relevant financial records and documents. 
  • Work closely with the Tax Controversy team to develop audit defense strategies. 
  • Collaborate with clients and tax authorities during the audit process. 
  • Analyze audit findings and propose appropriate resolutions. 

Position Responsibilities: Debt Collection Assistance

  • Assist clients in addressing tax debt issues and developing repayment plans. 
  • Communicate and negotiate with tax authorities to resolve outstanding tax debts. 
  • Monitor and track progress on debt collection efforts. 

Position Responsibilities: Legal Research and Documentation

  • Conduct legal research to support tax controversy cases. 
  • Prepare legal documents, such as appeals, petitions, and settlement agreements. 
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant tax laws and regulations. 

Position Responsibilities: Client Communication & Stay Informed

  • Maintain clear and effective communication with clients regarding the status of their tax controversy cases. 
  • Provide expert guidance and advice to clients on tax-related matters. 
  • Stay up to date with changes in tax laws, regulations, and policies. 
  • Attend training sessions and professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills. 

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field. 
  • Must be a current CPA, Enrolled Agent, licensed attorney or be in the process of obtaining certification. 
  • Previous experience in tax controversy, tax compliance, or a similar role is preferred. 
  • Strong knowledge of tax laws and regulations. 
  • Excellent communication skills. 
  • Proficiency in legal research and documentation. 
  • Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills. 
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

Why work for Aprio:
Whether you are just starting out, looking to advance into management or searching for your next leadership role, Aprio offers an opportunity to grow with a future-focused, innovative firm.
 

Perks/Benefits we offer for full-time team members:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
- Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
- 401k with Profit Sharing
- 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
- Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
- Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
- Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
- Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
- Top rated wellness program
- Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options
 
 
What’s in it for you:
- Working with an industry leader: Be part of a high-growth firm that is passionate for what’s next.
- An awesome culture: Thirty-one fundamental behaviors guide our culture every day ensuring we always deliver an exceptional team-member and client experience.  We call it the Aprio Way.  This shared mindset creates lasting relationships between team members and with clients.
- A great team: Work with a high-energy, passionate, caring and ambitious team of professionals in a collaborative culture.
- Entrepreneurship: Have the freedom to innovate and bring your ideas to help us grow to become the CPA firm of choice nationally.
- Growth opportunities: Grow professionally in an environment that fosters continuous learning and advancement.
- Competitive compensation: You will be rewarded with competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits and a flexible work environment to enjoy work/life balance.


EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Aprio is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Aprio, LLP and Aprio Advisory Group, LLC, operate in an alternative business structure, with Aprio Advisory Group, LLC providing non-attest tax and consulting services, and Aprio, LLP providing CPA firm services.

Aprio Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Aprio and has not been reviewed or approved by Aprio.

  • Fair & Transparent Compensation Pay is generally positioned as competitive and fairly paid across many roles, with clearer benchmarking helped by public job-posted ranges and compensation aggregators.
  • Healthcare Strength Health, dental, and vision coverage is positioned as comprehensive and available from day one for full-time hires, which is stronger than the more typical waiting-period approach.
  • Retirement Support Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with profit sharing and access to FSA/Dependent Care accounts, which can improve total rewards when firm performance supports contributions.

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The Company
HQ: Atlanta, Georgia
1,856 Employees
Year Founded: 1952

What We Do

Aprio is a premier CPA and business advisory firm that advises clients and associates on how to achieve what’s next. Aprio’s associates work as integrated teams across advisory, assurance, tax, outsourcing, staffing and private client services, bringing the best thinking and personal commitment to each client. Across practices, Aprio brings together proven expertise, deep understanding and strategic foresight for industries including Manufacturing and Distribution; Non-Profit and Education; Professional Services; Real Estate and Construction; Retail, Franchise and Hospitality; and Technology and Blockchain. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Aprio has grown to over 1,000+ team members. To serve clients wherever life or business may take them, Aprio’s teams speak more than 30 languages and work with clients in over 50 countries.

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