Tax Attorney – Lancaster / Berks County, PA
An established, locally owned professional services firm in south-central Pennsylvania is looking for an experienced Tax Attorney to advise individuals, closely held businesses, and business owners on federal, state, and local income tax matters. You'll handle planning, compliance support, legal research, and tax controversy work, with a focus on pass-through entities such as S Corporations and LLCs. You'll work closely with the firm's accounting, tax, and advisory teams.
Compensation: $100,000–$150,000 plus bonus potential
What You'll Do
- Research federal, state, and local tax law to support client planning, compliance, and advisory needs.
- Advise business owners, closely held businesses, and pass-through entities on tax planning strategies.
- Review individual, business, and fiduciary income tax returns, notices, and documentation for accuracy and compliance.
- Analyze the tax implications of transactions, entity selection, ownership changes, compensation, and distributions.
- Represent clients in IRS, Pennsylvania, and local income tax notices, audits, appeals, collections, and penalty matters.
- Prepare correspondence, memoranda, appeals materials, and legal analysis, and recommend practical courses of action.
- Work with accountants, tax preparers, and leadership to deliver coordinated, responsive client service.
What You Bring
- A JD from an accredited law school and an active Pennsylvania law license
- About 3–5+ years of experience in tax planning, compliance review, legal research, or tax controversy
- Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws and procedures
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to juggle multiple deadlines
- Preferred: an LL.M. in Taxation or a CPA license, U.S. Tax Court admission, experience representing clients before the IRS or PA Department of Revenue, pass-through entity experience, and a background at a CPA or law firm
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Firm-paid CLE and support for bar association dues
- A collaborative, team-oriented culture with room to grow
All applications are handled confidentially through the recruiter. Please contact Kayla Reuer to apply or to learn more.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
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