Internal Revenue Service
Competent Authority Analyst - DIRECT HIRE (6 Month Roster)
Internal Revenue Service, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Duties
WHAT IS THE LARGE BUSINESS AND INTERNATIONAL DIVISION?
Scroll down to find the complete details of the job offer, including experience required and associated duties and tasks.A description of the business units can be found at:Vacancies will be filled in the following specialty areas:Large Business and International Director Treaty and Transfer Pricing Operations, APMA, TAITWHAT DOES A COMPETENT AUTHORITY ANALYST (TAX TREATY) DO?The position seeks a tax professional for the Treaty Assistance and Interpretation Team (TAIT) within the office of the Treaty and Transfer Pricing Operations (TTPO), under the direction of the Director, Advance Pricing and Mutual Agreement, Large Business and International Division. Incumbent serves as an expert in tax treaty interpretation and application with respect to United States tax treaties. The major responsibilities include providing authoritative advice and assistance on tax treaty matters. The following are the duties of this position at the full working level:Receives and reviews taxpayer requests for assistance in obtaining relief from double taxation including requests for relief under treaty provisions concerning residency, limitations of benefits, artists, athletes and entertainers, withholding, and all issues other than those involving transfer pricing and related allocation of business profits provisions, to determine if such requests comply with procedural guidelines.Performs a balanced and critical analysis of taxpayer and treaty-partner proposals and performs due diligence to ensure that the facts and circumstances of the taxpayer's case are sufficiently understood and known to arrive at a legally-supportable and well-reasoned determination.Evaluates, analyzes, and develops the positions of the United States with respect to complex tax treaty interpretation and assistance issues and other international tax issues, with minimal direct supervision.Conducts independent research and analysis of tax, accounting, treaty, and economic issues and coordinates with IRS subject-matter experts, when necessary.Prepares positions and other memoranda for the U.S. Competent Authority, recommending a course of action based on analysis of the facts of the case, applicable tax law and treaty provisions, and the position of the foreign country.Requirements
Conditions of EmploymentTelework Eligible Positions : Telework eligible positions do not guarantee telework. Employees must meet and sustain IRS telework eligibility requirements (e.g., reporting at least twice a pay period to your assigned Post of Duty (POD)) and supervisor's approval to participate in the IRS Telework Program. Employees must also be within a 200-mile radius of their official assigned post-of-duty (POD) while in a telework status.Must be a U.S. Citizen or National and provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.Please see the 'Additional Information' section for more information regarding requirements.Qualifications Federal experience is not required. The experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector or one year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week, on your resume.You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement
OR
time of referral:SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Applicants must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression in the Federal Service. Specialized experience is such that demonstrates experience in methods and techniques pertaining to the interpretation and application of tax treaties to analyze and provide assistance to taxpayers requesting relief from double taxation or from taxation that is not in accordance with tax treaties.Education For positions with an education requirement, or if you are qualifying for this position by substituting education or training for experience, submit a copy of your transcripts or equivalent. An official transcript will be required if you are selected.A college or university degree generally must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.Additional Information
A 1-year probationary period is required.Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies.This is a bargaining unit position.Tour of Duty: Day Shift - Start and stop times between 6:00am and 6:00pm.Alternative work schedule, staggered work hours or telework may be available.Relocation expenses - No.Required Documents
The following documents are required and must be provided with your application. All application materials, including transcripts, must be in English.Online Application
- QuestionnaireEducation
- See Education Section aboveRegistration/License (If Applicable)
- active, current registration/licenseHigh School Diploma
(or equivalent) - If you are 16 or 17 years of age, you
MUST
submit documentation of graduation from high school (or equivalent).How to Apply This Direct Hire Public Notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection. Your application will remain active through the open period of this Public Notice.Agency Contact Information IRS Austin ExternalEmail: [Insert Email]Address:LBI - Director Treaty and Trans Pric Ops1111 Constitution Ave NWWashington, DC 20224USNext Steps Treasury believes in a working environment that supports inclusion; please view our reasonable accommodation policies and procedures at [Insert URL].Fair & Transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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WHAT IS THE LARGE BUSINESS AND INTERNATIONAL DIVISION?
Scroll down to find the complete details of the job offer, including experience required and associated duties and tasks.A description of the business units can be found at:Vacancies will be filled in the following specialty areas:Large Business and International Director Treaty and Transfer Pricing Operations, APMA, TAITWHAT DOES A COMPETENT AUTHORITY ANALYST (TAX TREATY) DO?The position seeks a tax professional for the Treaty Assistance and Interpretation Team (TAIT) within the office of the Treaty and Transfer Pricing Operations (TTPO), under the direction of the Director, Advance Pricing and Mutual Agreement, Large Business and International Division. Incumbent serves as an expert in tax treaty interpretation and application with respect to United States tax treaties. The major responsibilities include providing authoritative advice and assistance on tax treaty matters. The following are the duties of this position at the full working level:Receives and reviews taxpayer requests for assistance in obtaining relief from double taxation including requests for relief under treaty provisions concerning residency, limitations of benefits, artists, athletes and entertainers, withholding, and all issues other than those involving transfer pricing and related allocation of business profits provisions, to determine if such requests comply with procedural guidelines.Performs a balanced and critical analysis of taxpayer and treaty-partner proposals and performs due diligence to ensure that the facts and circumstances of the taxpayer's case are sufficiently understood and known to arrive at a legally-supportable and well-reasoned determination.Evaluates, analyzes, and develops the positions of the United States with respect to complex tax treaty interpretation and assistance issues and other international tax issues, with minimal direct supervision.Conducts independent research and analysis of tax, accounting, treaty, and economic issues and coordinates with IRS subject-matter experts, when necessary.Prepares positions and other memoranda for the U.S. Competent Authority, recommending a course of action based on analysis of the facts of the case, applicable tax law and treaty provisions, and the position of the foreign country.Requirements
Conditions of EmploymentTelework Eligible Positions : Telework eligible positions do not guarantee telework. Employees must meet and sustain IRS telework eligibility requirements (e.g., reporting at least twice a pay period to your assigned Post of Duty (POD)) and supervisor's approval to participate in the IRS Telework Program. Employees must also be within a 200-mile radius of their official assigned post-of-duty (POD) while in a telework status.Must be a U.S. Citizen or National and provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.Please see the 'Additional Information' section for more information regarding requirements.Qualifications Federal experience is not required. The experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector or one year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week, on your resume.You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement
OR
time of referral:SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Applicants must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression in the Federal Service. Specialized experience is such that demonstrates experience in methods and techniques pertaining to the interpretation and application of tax treaties to analyze and provide assistance to taxpayers requesting relief from double taxation or from taxation that is not in accordance with tax treaties.Education For positions with an education requirement, or if you are qualifying for this position by substituting education or training for experience, submit a copy of your transcripts or equivalent. An official transcript will be required if you are selected.A college or university degree generally must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.Additional Information
A 1-year probationary period is required.Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies.This is a bargaining unit position.Tour of Duty: Day Shift - Start and stop times between 6:00am and 6:00pm.Alternative work schedule, staggered work hours or telework may be available.Relocation expenses - No.Required Documents
The following documents are required and must be provided with your application. All application materials, including transcripts, must be in English.Online Application
- QuestionnaireEducation
- See Education Section aboveRegistration/License (If Applicable)
- active, current registration/licenseHigh School Diploma
(or equivalent) - If you are 16 or 17 years of age, you
MUST
submit documentation of graduation from high school (or equivalent).How to Apply This Direct Hire Public Notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection. Your application will remain active through the open period of this Public Notice.Agency Contact Information IRS Austin ExternalEmail: [Insert Email]Address:LBI - Director Treaty and Trans Pric Ops1111 Constitution Ave NWWashington, DC 20224USNext Steps Treasury believes in a working environment that supports inclusion; please view our reasonable accommodation policies and procedures at [Insert URL].Fair & Transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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