Tax - Indirect Tax - California Controversy Group - Sacramento - JD​/LLM

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Join our dynamic EY Tax team, where our global expertise and deep technical knowledge across all tax disciplines are enhanced by the latest in innovation and cutting‑edge technology. We pride ourselves on exceptional client service, strong accountability, and governance, making us the top choice for industry executives and the largest revenue‑generating US and global tax practice.

Our Indirect Tax practices navigate the complexities of state and local taxes, which often constitute a company’s largest tax burden and are on the rise globally. Our approach helps businesses understand their tax liabilities, identify risks and opportunities, and align with their broader tax strategy, reinforcing the critical role of tax and finance in the modern business landscape. Learn from our experienced professionals, cutting‑edge technology, and proven methodologies to effectively manage our clients’ indirect tax posture.

The California Controversy Group focuses on consulting and controversy for California income/franchise and sales/use tax matters. This entails, among other things, representing clients at audit, protest, or appeal before one of the California state tax agencies.

As a Staff 2 within the California Controversy Group, you will be based in the Sacramento, CA office. Here you will be expected to quickly build your tax knowledge and apply it to a range of complex California income/franchise tax issues.

• A Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree or a Master of Laws (L.L.M) in Tax, supported by a strong academic record
• Certification as a member of the Institute for Professionals in Taxation or the ability to sit for a state bar
• The ability and willingness to travel and work in excess of standard hours when necessary. In certain circumstances, travel may be required beyond your work location based on client and project needs.
• Access to reliable transportation to/from the EY office and client sites. A driver’s license is strongly recommended as ride share and public transportation options may not be available in all locations.
• You must either reside in or be in a commutable distance to Sacramento, CA, for this position.

• Professional knowledge or coursework in state and local tax
• The ability to analyze current and evolving tax law to provide meaningful tax insights to clients
• Technical writing and research experience in a tax context
• Strong teaming skills and feel comfortable acting both as a leader and as one that takes direction from others
• Strong organization skills that will allow you to juggle multiple projects
• Knowledge of how to leverage firm‑approved AI tools in a business setting, including Microsoft Copilot.

At EY, we’ll develop you with future‑focused skills and equip you with world‑class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.

• We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $95,000.00 to $. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography.
  
  In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
• Join us in our team‑led and leader‑enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40‑60% of the time over the course of an…