Consultant - Energy Services

Align Tax Consulting is a leading specialized tax consulting firm focused on delivering tailored tax strategies to businesses. We partner closely with CPAs and their clients to maximize tax benefits through strategic tax incentives including cost segregation studies, utility sales tax exemptions, R&D tax credits, and 179D energy efficiency deductions. With deep expertise in rapidly evolving tax laws, our team ensures that businesses can confidently navigate these changes to capture every available benefit.

Our company is quickly growing, and we are seeking a qualified Energy Services Consultant to join our tight-knit team. One of Align’s specialty tax areas is in utility sales tax exemptions, which involves obtaining tax exemptions and refunds on utilities used in the manufacturing and production process. We reduce or eliminate sales tax on electric, gas and water utility meters that are necessary and integral to the manufacturing process. We also apply for and retrieve all available and applicable utility sales tax refunds.

The Energy Consultant role focuses on performing facility tours and data collection for the target industries and client base - manufacturing, production, industrial processing, and recycling. This role will also prepare and submit energy reports and maintain a detailed project plan.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering and/or manufacturing, and must be willing to travel up to 30% of the time throughout continental United States.

A career at Align Tax Consulting gives individuals the opportunity to grow professionally and personally in a team environment.

Benefits include:

• Generous paid time off
• 401k matching and wellness benefits.
• Collaborative and relaxed working environment that supports both work-life balance and hard work.
• Team building and social outings, community outreach, and philanthropy activities.
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience

What you will need:

• A Bachelor's Degree is required.  1-3 years of project management, project coordination, or relevant roles and/or internships will be considered.
• Experience in the energy industry is not required, but preferred.
• No prior experience with tax credits is necessary.
• Strong project management skills.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experienced in Microsoft Excel.
• A valid United States driver’s license.
• Ability to travel independently or as part of a team to client locations throughout the USA.

Responsibilities:

• Perform facility site tours to collect data required for projects
• Prepare and submit required forms
• Through a detailed project plan, ensure projects maintain strict schedules, coordinate resources, and escalate to management as needed
• Manage the relationship with the client, stakeholders, and vendors

Next Steps:

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and grow with Align Tax Consulting, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and interest in the position. Our team will review applications and contact qualified candidates to discuss next steps in the hiring process. Thank you for considering a career with us, and we look forward to speaking with you soon!