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Moss Adams LLP Paralegal in Spokane, Washington
Paralegal
Description
At Moss Adams, we champion authenticity. For us, that means fostering a culture of talented people who care—about you, about our clients, and about our communities. Here, you’ll work towards our mission of empowering others to embrace opportunity, growing as a leader along the way. Our firm’s size, middle-market clients, customized career paths, and supportive culture make this a reality. Join a values-driven firm where you’ll have fun while solving complex and interesting business challenges.
The primary purpose of the Paralegal is to assist the assigned business unit in working on legal processes as applicable to that group. This may include subpoenas, licensing, administration of contracts, preparing information for the IRS and state taxing authorities, and generally ensuring compliance with the legal, regulatory, professional and internal standards applicable to Moss Adams and its clients. The Paralegal will be called upon to assist with special projects as needed and provide general support to the business unit.
This specific paralegal position will support the Tax Controversy team. The Tax Controversy team provides services relating to tax examinations, assessments, and disputes with revenue authorities.
Individuals who thrive at Moss Adams exhibit the following success skills – Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Emotional Intelligence, Executive Presence, Growth Mindset, Intellectual Curiosity, and Results Focus.
Responsibilities:
Manage legal processes as applicable to business unit (i.e. contract administration, records retention, subpoena, insurance program, maintain professional licenses, defense strategies in IRS and state taxing audits, etc.)
Produce documents and correspondence for legal and regulatory proceedings
Gather, review, and analyze pertinent information/documentation to assist in presentation of legal issues
Conduct relevant research, data analysis, and create reports for departmental use
Draft formal written responses to state and Federal taxing authorities
Ensure compliance with the legal, regulatory, professional and internal standards applicable to Moss Adams
Identify legal and business risks and escalate appropriately
Support the attorneys and others as-needed on projects concerning technical projects, firm policies, procedures, and risk management
Work independently with a focus on completing projects quickly and effectively
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required
Minimum of 1 year of related experience required; experience in a professional services environment preferred
Paralegal Certification preferred
Organizational and project management skills with ability to own and drive project schedule from start to finish, including managing peers and individuals senior to you
Ability to conduct research using multiple resources and analyze findings
Ability to develop relationships, build rapport, and effectively interface with all levels within the firm
Strong ability to understand problems, think critically, and identify solutions
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to articulate complex issues
Strong attention to detail, commitment to producing accurate work in a timely manner
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint) as well as web- based research software and internet applications
Ability to travel as needed, approximately 5%
May require some overtime hours
Moss Adams is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.
Moss Adams complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact careers@mossadams.com.
Some local/state regulations require employers to disclose the pay range in job postings. While this is the typical range of pay for the position, actual pay may vary based on internal equity, knowledge, experience, skillset, and geographic location among other factors. It’s uncommon for an individual to be hired at the top end of the pay range. This position may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. For more information about our benefit offerings and other total rewards, visit our careers page.
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Compensation Range (Denver Market ONLY): Compensation range for California: $91,000 -$100,000 Compensation range for Washington: $85,000 -$98,000
Primary Location Seattle, WA
Other Locations Pasadena, CA, Woodland Hills, CA, Spokane, WA, San Diego, CA, Bellingham, WA, Orange County, CA, Eugene, OR, El Segundo, CA, Tacoma, WA, Everett, WA, Medford, OR, Dallas, TX, Portland, OR, Houston, TX
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full Time
Req ID: 27109
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