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Manager Sr. Manager, Tax Compliance

Clark Schaefer Hackett

Job Location:

Cincinnati, OH - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 20 September 2026 (6 hours ago)

Application Deadline: 18 December 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Tax Controversy Manager / Senior Manager

Help Shape Outcomes When the Stakes Are Highest

Some tax professionals spend their careers focused primarily on compliance. Others become the trusted resource colleagues turn to when a tax issue becomes more complex an examination begins or an important outcome is on the line.

This role offers the opportunity to become a highly visible advisor within the firm partnering with clients engagement teams and firm leadership to help shape strategies navigate challenges and influence outcomes when they matter most.

Clark Schaefer Hackett is seeking an experienced Tax Controversy Manager or Senior Manager to join one of Midwests most respected tax practices. Whether your experience was gained in public accounting a law firm the IRS or another tax-focused environment this is an opportunity to leverage your expertise in a role where your voice insights and judgment will truly matter.

As a member of our team youll work alongside highly respected tax professionals who value collaboration intellectual curiosity and practical problem-solving. Youll help clients navigate examinations disputes notices appeals and other complex tax matters while serving as a trusted resource to colleagues throughout the firm.

Just as importantly youll have the opportunity to help shape the future of a growing specialty practice. This is a role where expertise creates influence and where influence creates meaningful impact for clients colleagues and the firm.

Why Clark Schaefer Hackett

For generations Clark Schaefer Hackett has built a reputation as one of the Midwests most respected accounting and advisory firms. Our Tax Practice is a cornerstone of that legacy serving privately held businesses organizations and individuals across a broad range of industries.

This opportunity is particularly appealing to professionals who enjoy being the person others turn to for guidance perspective and solutions when the path forward is not immediately clear. They want the opportunity to work alongside exceptional colleagues contribute to something meaningful and continue building expertise that will create long-term career value.

In this role youll collaborate with accomplished tax professionals gain exposure to a wide variety of challenging matters and play a critical role in an area of practice that continues to grow in both demand and strategic importance.

What Youll Do

Youll serve as a strategic advisor to clients and colleagues while helping manage a variety of federal state and local tax controversy matters including:

IRS and State Tax Examinations
Administrative appeals and dispute resolution
Tax notices and information requests
Penalty abatement and collection matters
Tax research and controversy strategy
Client advocacy and representation before taxing authorities
Consultation with partners and engagement teams on complex tax matters
Development of client relationships and business opportunities within the practice

Depending on experience and level this individual may also play a significant role in mentoring staff developing processes and helping drive the continued growth of the firms tax controversy capabilities.

Who Were Excited to Meet

Were interested in experienced professionals who enjoy solving complex problems building trusted relationships and helping others navigate challenging situations with confidence.

Qualified candidates may come from backgrounds including:

Public accounting
Tax law
The Internal Revenue Service
State taxing authorities
Corporate tax departments
Specialized tax consulting firms

Ideal candidates will bring strong technical tax knowledge excellent communication skills sound professional judgment impeccable organizational skills and a genuine desire to serve as a trusted advisor to both clients and colleagues.

Build Something Meaningful

Tax controversy is a specialized area of practice where technical expertise strategy advocacy and relationship-building come together. For professionals who enjoy making an impact influencing important decisions and helping clients navigate complex challenges this opportunity offers the chance to do meaningful work alongside some of the most respected tax professionals in the region.

Join Clark Schaefer Hackett and become a trusted voice when it matters most.

Required Experience:

Manager

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