Tax Controversy Associate – J.D. Required

EisnerAmper

. Assist with IRS examinations and appeals, including responses to Information Document Requests and Notices of Proposed Adjustments .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $80,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in tax controversy, including IRS examinations, appeals, and tax research. Proficient in preparing appeals protests and penalty abatement requests while effectively communicating with IRS representatives.

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JDTax Controversy ExperienceStrong Technical Tax Research SkillsExcellent Written And Oral Communication SkillsCPA

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Hard Skills

Tax ResearchPreparation Of Appeals ProtestsPenalty Abatement RequestsInstallment AgreementsOffers In CompromiseCollection Due Process HearingsDrafting Tax MemorandaResponding To Information Document RequestsAddressing Tax Account Issues

Soft Skills

Time ManagementAbility To Work IndependentlyTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Passed State Bar ExamLLM Or Masters In TaxationCPA

Industry Keywords

IRS ExaminationsTax ControversyFederal Tax IssuesJudicial ClerkshipGovernment ExperienceAccounting Background

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with IRS examinations and appeals, including responses to Information Document Requests and Notices of Proposed Adjustments
Prepare appeals protests
Help prepare penalty abatement requests and relief requests for missed elections
Address collection matters, including Installment Agreements, Offers in Compromise, and Collection Due Process Hearings
Perform tax research and draft tax memoranda on a broad range of federal tax issues
Contact the IRS Service Center and correspond on various tax account issues
Assist with training programs and thought leadership publications

Requirements

What you’ll need

JD required
Passed any state bar exam
1+ years of tax controversy or tax related experience
LLM or Masters in Taxation preferred
Judicial clerkship or other government experience and/or accounting background preferred
CPA preferred
Strong technical tax research skills preferred
Excellent written and oral communication skills preferred
Strong time management skills preferred
Ability to work independently and as part of the national tax controversy team preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexibility to manage your days in support of work/life balance
Culture recognized with multiple top “Places to Work” awards
Tools and autonomy to succeed and reach career goals
Opportunities for personal and professional growth
Accommodations available to complete the application process