Tax Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Staff Attorney to join its Tax team in Charlotte, North Carolina. This role involves representing clients in audits, settlements, and appeals with state tax agencies, advising on restructurings, and ensuring compliance with state and local tax regulations. The position offers the opportunity to work on high-stakes matters, providing practical tax solutions within multi-disciplinary teams.

Duties

• Calculate annual fixed asset expenses and reconcile reports with trial balances.
• Assist in calculating monthly use tax accruals for clients.
• Prepare responses and documents for tax audits.
• Research federal and state tax issues.
• Discuss tax issues and planning opportunities with team members.
• Review documents related to client acquisitions and expansions.
• Prepare and review tax credit documentation.
• Participate in due diligence for client acquisitions.
• Review and edit contracts focusing on tax issues.
• Prepare filing packages for state tax incentive refunds.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school; active bar admission in a relevant jurisdiction.
• 2-5 years of corporate tax experience in a law firm or public accounting tax department.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Certifications

• Active bar admission

Skills

• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency in tax law and regulations.

Benefits

• Health insurance plans, including a Health Savings Account option.
• Dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Telehealth services.
• Cash Balance Pension Plan or Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance.
• Short & Long Term Disability coverage.
• Financial Wellness Program.
• Parental Leave policy, Holiday and Vacation Pay, and Bereavement Leave.
• Body Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program.
• Relocation expense reimbursement and bar application and review cost coverage.

Join one of the fastest growing law firms in the Southeast. Their practice includes corporate, litigation, bankruptcy, intellectual property, and many others. They are now looking to hire more outstanding attorneys with top academic credentials and meaningful work experience.