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Senior Consultant, Tax Controversy

Forvis Mazars, LLP · Chicago, Illinois

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Pay$78k to $131k a year
LevelSenior · Tax
Work modeNot stated
CPA exam supportNot mentioned
CPA licenseEligible or in progress
Experience2 years+
PostedNot stated
Found by usOct 8, 2026
Last checkedOct 8, 2026

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Provide federal tax controversy services including IRS audits appeals and correspondence for firm clients.

A few years in, CPA in progress

Worth knowing: Preferential use of DMI Interest and Penalty software proficiency mentioned

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The Federal Tax Specialty brings a forward-thinking approach to strategic tax advisory, offering tailored solutions that go far beyond compliance. With deep expertise in federal tax law, they deliver value-driven planning, proactive risk management, and innovative strategies aligned with each client's objectives. Their multidisciplinary approach empowers businesses to optimize tax positions, manage costs effectively, and capitalize on growth opportunities. What You Will Do: Provide federal tax controversy services to firm clients as part of a growing Tax Controversy and Procedure practice Work on a wide variety of tax controversy matters and take the lead on gathering and documenting facts, researching and analyzing complex tax issues and IRS procedures, and drafting various types of written correspondence (e.g., letters, tax memos, file documentation) Advise and assist clients with IRS notices, IRS account issues, penalty abatement requests, entity classification election issues, requests for TAS assistance, and other IRS practice and procedure matters Assist with IRS audits and administrative appeals, including preparing IDR/NOPA responses, protests, and other written correspondence Manage communications with clients and engagement team members Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Taxation, or a related field 2+ years of experience in public accounting, or specialized expertise in federal interest computation and/or complex, multi-year federal tax calculations. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Preferred Qualifications: Master's Degree in Accounting, Taxation, or a related field Current and valid CPA, EA, JD, or LLM credential Understanding of interest rules, regulations, revenue procedures, and IRS guidelines, with the ability to research and analyze complex scenarios. Proficiency with DMI (Decision Modeling, Inc.) Interest and Penalty software or similar interest-netting tools. #LI-OAK, #LI-CLTSP, #LI-CHAS, #LI-TYS #LI-SS1 About Forvis Mazars, LLP Forvis Mazars, LLP is an independent member of Forvis Mazars Global, a leading global professional services network. Ranked among the largest public accounting firms in the United States, our 7,000+ team members deliver assurance, tax, and consulting services to clients in all 50 states and internationally. With a legacy spanning more than 100 years, we're building something different.

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