WNTO Tax Manager - Practice and Procedure - Grant Thornton LLP

Job Description:



As the Washington National Tax Office ( WNTO) Practice and Procedure Tax Manager, you’ll monitor IRS developments, judicial decisions, and other guidance to meet the complex needs for your GT tax practice and clients – all with the resources, environment and support to help you excel. You’ll collaborate with the WNTO practice and Federal Tax Controversy group on all phases of project and engagement management, because together is how we succeed. From day one, you’ll be empowered by great technology, processes, and a collaborative and thoughtful team to continue to extend your technical knowledge, work across new projects, and help you achieve more, confidently.







Your day-to-day may include:





+ Researching, addressing, and consulting on technical issues specific to IRS practice and procedural issues including tax, penalty and interest assessments, statutes of limitations, missed elections, and IRS examination and IRS appeals matters



+ Supporting in-depth tax law research and analysis to support the leader of the IRS Practice and Procedure practice and other colleagues



+ Preparing written communications to the IRS, including penalty abatement requests, private letter ruling requests, and Protests



+ Working with other WNTO groups on IRS practice and procedural issues that affect other technical matters (including required consultation matters), such as corporate taxation, partnerships, international tax, mergers and acquisitions, and due diligence matters, and prepare any needed internal documentation relating thereto



+ Assisting in resolving tax controversy disputes, including matters under the IRS centralized partnership audit regime (e.g., organizing and drafting responses to Information Document Requests)



+ Supporting the development of training materials and other thought leadership to educate and promote awareness, among Grant Thornton professionals, on a wide variety of issues to include IRS practice and procedure issues



+ Keeping Grant Thornton professionals apprised of significant legislative, administrative, and judicial developments in the area of IRS practice and procedure



+ Other duties as assigned









You have the following technical skills and qualifications:





+ Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university



+ Five years of practice and procedure tax experience at a law firm, Department of the Treasury, IRS Chief Counsel, or CPA firm



+ Preferred: Licensed CPA in state of practice/primary office if eligible to sit for the CPA



+ If not CPA eligible: Licensed attorney, Enrolled agent



+ Strong understanding of IRS operations, its procedures and its processes



+ Excellent communication, public speaking, research and writing skills required



+ Related IRS experience preferred



+ Ability to travel as needed. Expect ​10​%







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About Us

At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It’s what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.

About the Team

The team you’re about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here’s how:



• Whether it’s your work location, weekly schedule or unlimited flex time off, we empower you with the options to work in the way that best serves your clients and your life.



• Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for you and those in your household.



• We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different — and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. See how at www.gt.com/careers



• When it comes to inclusion, we are committed to doing more than checking boxes. Explore all the ways we’re taking action for diversity, equity & inclusion at www.gt.com/careers









Here’s what you can expect next:



If you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to you to schedule a time to connect. We encourage you to also check out other roles that may be a good fit for you or get to know us a little bit better at www.gt.com/careers.









Benefits:





We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits







+ Benefits for internship positions: Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave, and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.







+ Benefits for seasonal employee positions: Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm’s 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.







Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.

















Additional Details:



It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions (including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, working conditions, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, evaluations, and termination) are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or civil union status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic predisposition or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.



Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, it is the policy of Grant Thornton to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. To make an accommodation request, please contact HR@us.gt.com.









For Los Angeles Applicants only: We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.