Tax Controversy Senior Manager

Why We Stand Out

Seeking a new challenge where your professional and personal aspirations are not only possible but supported? Kaufman Rossin might be just the place for you!

As one of the largest privately owned public accounting firms in the country, and one of the top accounting firms nationally, our foundation is “people first.” In the words of James Kaufman, “We prioritize our people, their development, and their well-being…Our values are translated into action every day.”

Celebrated as the Best Place to Work in South Florida over a dozen times, Kaufman Rossin has grown to over 700 employees, with offices spanning the tri-county area, including sister entities Kaufman Rossin Wealth and Kaufman Rossin Alternative Investment Services.

Think you have what it takes?

How You’ll Contribute:

Kaufman Rossin is seeking a  Tax Controversy Senior Manager  to join our dynamic team of Tax Controversy professionals. Our Senior Managers supervise staff and lead several complex engagements at the same time.

• Support IRS examinations, collections, and penalty matters, including preparing responses to IDRs and notices, and representing clients before the IRS Independent Office of Appeals
• Conduct legal research, draft memoranda, and prepare private letter ruling requests
• Manage engagements end-to-end, including proposals, budgeting, WIP management, billing, and collections
• Mentor, train, and develop staff while maintaining high technical standards
• Identify client needs and contribute to achieving team and individual performance and financial objectives
• Demonstrate leadership through professionalism, collaboration, and involvement in professional, business, or community organizations

Requirements

What Skills You’ll Bring:

• 10+ years of experience with tax and/or legal research projects with a focus in tax controversy
• Ideal candidates will have experience working for the IRS, as an attorney, or within a public accounting firm
• CPA, EA, or JD. LL.M preferred.
• Experience juggling multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to train and mentor staff
• Adept at handling client relationships, independently

How You’ll Stand Out:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proven ability to build and grow a book of business through client relationships and business development
• Ability to work overtime during peak times of the year

Benefits

We embrace authenticity. Kaufman Rossin is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a culture that reflects our firm's and clients' diversity. We encourage understanding, acceptance, and celebration among all people. That includes lifestyle, education, experience, race, ethnicity, age, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Differences make unique varieties.