General informationName Senior Consultant, Federal Specialty
Posting Title Senior Consultant, Tax Controversy
Ref # 2237844
Date Published Friday, November 6, 2026
City Tampa Bay
State Florida
Country United States
Job Category Tax Specialty
Advertised Location US-FL-Boca Raton, US-FL-Tampa Bay, US-GA-Atlanta, US-IL-Chicago, US-IN-Indianapolis, US-MN-Minneapolis, US-NC-Charlotte, US-SC-Charleston, US-VA-Tysons
Working time Full Time
Description & RequirementsThe 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.
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Minnesota Wage TransparencyPursuant to the Minnesota's Wage Transparency Act, the salary range displayed is for the Minnesota market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Positions that are non-exempt will be eligible for overtime pay compensable at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.
MN Minimum Salary (USD) $ 78400
MN Maximum Salary (USD) $ 130600
Illinois Wage TransparencyPursuant to Illinois' Equal Pay Act, the salary range displayed is for the Illinois market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Non-exempt/hourly positions will be eligible for time and half pay for employees that work over 40 hours in a workweek. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), bonuses, profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. For more information on benefits, please visit https://resourcecenter.forvismazars.us/. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.
IL Minimum Salary (USD) $ 86300
IL Maximum Salary (USD) $ 143800
Virginia Wage TransparencyPursuant to Virginia's Equal Pay Law, the salary range displayed is for the Virginia market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Positions that are non-exempt will be eligible for overtime pay compensable at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.
VA Minimum Salary ( USD) $ 94100
VA Maximum Salary (USD) $ 156800
