Baker Tilly

Tax Associate - Advocacy & Controversy Tax

Baker Tilly$81K — $154K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Enrolled Agent (EA) certification with employment tax background; must have or obtain a PTIN.
  • 2-3 years in professional services with employment tax focus, preferably in tax advocacy/controversy.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills; proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Exceptional client service orientation with a commitment to ethical standards and quality.
  • Effective team collaboration and client interaction capabilities.
  • Advanced data analysis and technical skills.
  • Proficient in project management and facilitation.

Responsibilities

  • Provide advocacy and controversy services for civil employment tax matters.
  • Investigate and analyze federal and state employment tax issues.
  • Educate clients on taxation rules and employment tax best practices.
  • Examine processes for various tax forms (e.g., 940, 941, W-2, 1099).
  • Respond to inquiries from the IRS and other tax authorities.
  • Exhibit excellent teamwork, positive attitude, and uphold high ethical standards.

Benefits

  • Secure career with a fast-growing accounting firm.
  • Flexible work arrangements and ownership over your schedule.
  • Opportunities for professional development and structured programs.
  • Collaborative and supportive work environment.
  • Focus on one industry sector to enhance expertise.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Are you interested in joining one of the fastest growing public accounting firms?

Would you like the ability to focus on one industry sector and further become an expert for your clients?

If yes, consider joining Baker Tilly (BT) as an Associate in the Tax Advocacy and Controversy Services Practice! This is a great opportunity to be a valued advisor delivering industry-focused employment tax controversy and advisory services to a variety of market clients. As one of the fastest growing firms in the nation, BT can offer you a secure career, flexibility in how and where you get your work done, and meaningful relationships with clients, teammates and leadership who truly care about you and your development.

You will enjoy this role if:
  • You are looking for a secure, flexible, and collaborative job that will be fast paced.
  • You enjoy working in the field of employment tax and would like to focus on consulting and forensic analysis.
  • You envision yourself as a business advisor, working face-to-face with clients to investigate, analyze, and advocate for their U.S. federal, and state employment tax matters.
  • You want to work for a leading advisory firm that serves various market clients and whose owners have both their clients' and employees' best interests in mind and are transparent in their decisions.
  • You value your development and want to work for a firm that provides you the autonomy to own your schedule and career through structured programs (ask us about My Time Off, My Development and Dress for Your Day!).

What you will do:
  • Provide employment tax advocacy and controversy services on civil matters.
  • Investigate, analyze, and problem solve various federal and state employment tax controversy issues.
  • Educate and advise clients on taxation rules and best employment tax practice procedures.
  • Examine and advise on processes for Forms 940, 941, W-2, 1099, etc.
  • Respond to IRS and other tax authority inquiries when requested.
  • Demonstrate excellent team skills, positive attitude and high ethical standards.

Qualifications
  • Enrolled Agent (EA) certification with employment tax background. Must have, or obtain, a PTIN.
  • 2-3 or more years of experience in a professional services firm providing employment tax work. Previous experience in tax advocacy/controversy a plus.
  • Demonstrated analytical, organization, interpersonal, project management, and communication skills. Developed Microsoft Suite skills (Word, Excel) required.
  • Ability to provide exceptional client service, willingness to work in a fast-paced environment, display appropriate ethical knowledge and commitment, and exhibit a sense of urgency and commitment to quality and the timely completion of duties.
  • The ability to work effectively in a team environment and comfortably interact with both internal and external clients.
  • Excellent data analysis and technical skills.
  • Strong project management and facilitation skills.


The pay rate range for this job position is $81,450 to $154,430. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of relevant factors including but not limited to applicant's skills, prior experience, qualifications, degrees, professional certifications, work arrangements and geographic location. Baker Tilly offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to eligible employees.

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