Kathy Petronchak joins alliantgroup as Director of IRS Dispute Resolution

alliantgroup has announced the appointment of Kathy Petronchak, former IRS Commissioner of Small Business/Self- Employed Division (SB/SE), as the firm’s Director of IRS Dispute Resolution. Petronchak brings with her 34 years of experience in directing IRS compliance activities and providing tax controversy services. In her new role, Petronchak will be reaching out to CPAs and American businesses, helping alliantgroup’s clients navigate IRS procedures and the U.S. tax code.

“I am excited for the opportunity to join this exceptional team,” Petronchak said. “I am looking forward to serving as an advisor for our clients and in helping CPAs and U.S. businesses better understand the options available to them in resolving disputes with the IRS.”

In a career that includes service within both the federal government and the private sector, Petronchak has worked with a countless number of businesses in examination from both the government’s perspective and in the position of audit defense. In her 29 years with the IRS, she has held a number of roles within the Service, including her time as IRS Commissioner of SB/SE from 2006-2008, a role in which she worked directly with small and mid-sized businesses and practitioners on compliance with IRS standards. She was also appointed Chief of Staff under former IRS Commissioner and current alliantgroup Vice Chairman,Mark W. Everson, and was highly praised for the leadership she brought to this position.

“It is a privilege to be working again with Kathy Petronchak,” Everson said. “The judgment Kathy brings from her extensive experience across different IRS operations will be a real asset to alliantgroup and the businesses we serve.”

Petronchak has served as the Chair of the AICPA IRS Practice and Procedures Committee and currently serves as the immediate past chair. She has also been a frequent speaker for AICPA tax controversy conference events. Most recently, Petronchak was a Director at Deloitte Tax LLP, where she specialized in the area of tax controversy services, providing support for clients in their issues with the IRS. In her new role, Petronchak will be advising businesses of all sizes in their dealings with the Service, helping them identify options for resolving disputes.

“I am thrilled to have Kathy join our team here at alliantgroup,” said alliantgroup COO Shane T. Frank. “Her experience with the IRS and knowledge of the Service’s standards will serve our clients well in navigating IRS waters.”