IRS reviews

3.3

54% would recommend to a friend

(3,632 total reviews)

33% positive business outlook

IRS has an employee rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars, based on 3,632 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The IRS employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Government & Public Administration industry (3.6 stars).

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4K reviews
4.0
Jun 2, 2014
Recommend
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Business Outlook

Pros

Usually great co-workers and better managers at offsite locations as opposed to the Service Centers. Good pay for the work you do. Once you've learned the technical part of your work, it goes easy.

Cons

Pretty strict with their rules and regulations, especially if you don't do your job well or keep up with quality and quantity rates. I didn't have this problem, loved where I worked, had a great manager and enjoyed my co-workers.

4.0
Jun 1, 2014
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Professional organization with a clear mission. Run by professionals who are mainly chosen for their effectiveness and track record. For example, Obama kept on the Bush era IRS Commissioner Dough Schulman until 2012. You also have job security and good benefits.

Cons

Like any bureaucracy, you are limited and restricted by your boss's proclivities and your organization's mission, leaving less room for individual initiative. Also, organization is run mainly by lawyers.

4.0
May 30, 2014

Great Place to work

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Good work life balance, great learning experience.

Cons

Dealing with Taxpayers and CPAs can be a pain as an auditor. Not much potential for advancement with hiring freeze. 2014

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