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General information

Name
Senior Consultant, Federal Specialty
Posting Title
Senior Consultant, Tax Controversy
Ref #
2236400
Date Published
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
City
Chicago
State
Illinois
Country
United States
Job Category
Tax Specialty
Advertised Location
US-FL-Boca Raton, 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 & Requirements

The 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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About Forvis Mazars, LLP

Forvis Mazars, LLP is an independent member of Forvis Mazars Global, a leading global professional services network. Ranked among the largest public accounting firms in the United States, the firm’s 7,000 dedicated team members provide an Unmatched Client Experience® through the delivery of assurance, tax, and consulting services for clients in all 50 states and internationally through the global network. Visit forvismazars.us to learn more.


Forvis Mazars, LLP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or other protected classifications. It is Forvis Mazars, LLP standard policy not to accept unsolicited referrals or resumes from any source other than directly from candidates.


Forvis Mazars, LLP expressly reserves the right not to consider unsolicited referrals and/or resumes from vendors including and without limitation, search firms, staffing agencies, fee-based referral services, and recruiting agencies. Forvis Mazars, LLP further reserves the right not to pay a fee to a recruiter or agency unless such recruiter or agency has a signed vendor agreement with Forvis Mazars, LLP. Any resume or CV submitted to any employee of Forvis Mazars, LLP without having a Forvis Mazars, LLP vendor agreement in place will be considered the property of Forvis Mazars, LLP.

Illinois Wage Transparency

Pursuant 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