Senior Tax Manager, Federal Tax Audit & Planning

Senior Tax Manager, Federal Tax Audit & Planning

Position Overview

A large, established organization is seeking a Senior Tax Manager to lead federal tax audit activities and support strategic tax planning initiatives. This individual will oversee ongoing IRS examinations, coordinate responses to tax authorities, evaluate complex tax matters, and help strengthen processes designed to manage tax risk.

The role offers the opportunity to work across corporate tax, accounting, and other business functions while advising senior stakeholders on technical tax matters and regulatory developments. The ideal candidate combines deep federal tax controversy expertise with strong analytical skills and the ability to navigate complex issues in a dynamic business environment.

This is an individual-contributor role with no current direct reports.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead ongoing federal tax examinations and serve as the primary point of contact for IRS representatives, external advisors, and internal stakeholders.
• Manage audit activities from initial information requests through the preparation, review, and submission of supporting documentation and technical responses.
• Analyze complex tax issues, assess potential exposures, and develop recommendations to resolve examination matters efficiently.
• Research and interpret federal tax law, regulations, and emerging developments to support tax planning and risk management.
• Evaluate uncertain tax positions and related accounting considerations under ASC 740, preparing technical analyses and supporting documentation as needed.
• Strengthen tax compliance procedures, documentation practices, and internal controls to reduce exposure and improve audit readiness.
• Collaborate with corporate tax, accounting, finance, and business teams to align tax strategies with broader organizational priorities.
• Prepare clear, well-supported analyses and communicate technical conclusions and potential business impacts to senior leadership.
• Leverage tax technology, data analytics, and AI-enabled research tools to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of tax research and audit processes.

Qualifications & Core Competencies

• Extensive knowledge of federal corporate taxation, IRS examination procedures, and tax controversy resolution.
• Strong technical research, tax analysis, and documentation skills, including experience evaluating complex tax positions.
• Advanced Excel capabilities and proficiency with corporate tax compliance and data analysis systems.
• Ability to interpret complex tax regulations and translate technical findings into practical business recommendations.
• Strong analytical judgment and the ability to manage multiple complex, time-sensitive matters.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience working with tax authorities, external advisors, and senior business stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and collaborate effectively across functions.
• Interest in applying emerging technologies and automation to improve tax research, compliance, and risk management processes.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master of Science in Taxation (MST), Juris Doctor (JD), or LL.M. in Taxation.
• Six to eight years of progressive corporate tax experience.
• At least six years of experience involving corporate tax compliance and federal tax controversy.
• At least six years of experience using advanced Excel for financial or tax analysis.
• At least six years of experience with corporate tax technology platforms, such as Corptax, Longview, or comparable systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or admission to a state bar.
• Experience working in a Big Four tax practice or the corporate tax department of a large organization.
• Familiarity with enterprise financial reporting and analytics platforms, such as OneStream, Orbit Analytics, or comparable tools.
• Experience using tax research technology, automation, or AI-enabled tools to support technical analysis and regulatory monitoring.