Manager, Washington National Tax - Private Wealth Tax Controversy

Are you knowledgeable in IRS policies, procedures, and examination approaches? Deloitte's Washington National Tax (WNT) Private Wealth Tax Controversy practice is seeking experienced professionals to provide technical advice and strategic support to Deloitte practitioners and their private wealth clients (high-net-worth individuals, their businesses, family offices, foundations, and investment entities) addressing complex federal tax controversies.

In this role, you will support Internal Revenue Service (IRS) practice and procedure and private wealth tax controversy matters while building technical, writing, and client-service capabilities within an integrated national practice.

If this excites you and you are convinced you can work at this level, we have the opportunity for you!

Work you'll do

As a Manager, Tax Services on the WNT Private Wealth Tax Controversy team, you will be responsible for...



* Leading research and analysis of the Internal Revenue Code, regulations, administrative guidance, and judicial authorities applicable to federal tax controversy matters


* Representing private wealth clients at various levels of IRS controversy, including examination and appeals


* Formulating controversy strategies and drafting or reviewing responses to IRS information requests, notices of proposed adjustment, protests, refund claims, and other persuasive submissions


* Advising Deloitte practice teams on IRS practice and procedure matters, including statutes of limitations, penalties, partnership audit rules, confidentiality and privilege, and reporting and disclosure matters


* Supporting private wealth tax controversy and service-center matters through strategy development, technical analysis, and written submissions


* Developing tax alerts, presentation materials, national training content, articles, and technical resources addressing significant legislative, administrative, and judicial developments


* Leading practice initiatives, coordinating emerging issues, supporting leadership meetings and training, and mentoring junior professionals

A successful candidate would possess these skills:


* Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team


* Effective written and verbal communication skills


* Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product


* Builds and sustains professional relationships


* Leads projects or workstreams


* Manages and prioritizes multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment


* Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor


* Ability to mentor and provide clear guidance to others

The Team
Deloitte Tax's WNT professionals offer unique insight into the many factors affecting taxation, from the tax policies that drive federal tax legislation, to understanding the technical nuances that may create compliance exposure.

Professionals in the WNT practice are a select group of specialists whose knowledge, skills, and exp...