RSM US

Tax Manager - Accounting Methods and Periods

RSM US$100K — $189K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
  • Active CPA, EA, attorney license, or approved alternative certification.
  • Minimum of six years in public accounting with a focus on tax consulting.
  • Experience in tax planning, especially accelerated depreciation and cost segregation.
  • Strong computer skills, especially in Microsoft Excel.
  • Excellent communication skills for professional interactions.
  • Strong project management abilities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Identify and manage AMP projects with support from WNT AMP specialists.
  • Deliver AMP projects, including calculated adjustments and IRS exam support.
  • Ensure exceptional client service by maintaining proactive communication.
  • Understand and apply GAAP and IFRS accounting standards.
  • Review technical memorandums and respond to IRS inquiries.
  • Train and mentor team members to develop their professional skills.
  • Foster collaboration with colleagues across various service lines.

Benefits

  • Flexible work schedule to balance personal and professional life.
  • Access to a comprehensive benefits package.
  • Opportunities for continuing education and obtaining certifications.
  • Discretionary performance-based bonuses available.
Full Job Description
As a member of our Credits, Incentives and Methods (CIM) group, you will be responsible for providing tax consulting and advisory services around the timing of recognizing revenue, expense, capitalization, cost recovery and inventory accounting - whether based on regulatory change, tax planning/optimization, liquidity or preparation for a transaction. These services include accounting method reviews, the filing of accounting method or period changes, participating in M&A structuring and diligence, writing of technical advice memorandums, researching technical filing positions and broadly interacting with both internal tax professionals and external client stakeholders. Responsibilities • Identification, project management, and initial technical review of AMP projects, supported by Washington National Tax office (WNT) AMP specialists, including overall changes, revenue recognition, expense recognition, inventory/UNICAP/LIFO, capitalization/cost recovery, Section 174 R&E expenditures, leasing engagements, strategic method reviews, and impacts of transactions/mergers on methods • Manage delivery of AMP projects (typically automatic or advanced consent changes), including calculation of 481(a) adjustments, impact on tax provisions/reserves, and IRS exam support, while managing teams of 2-4 professionals • Focus on client service expertise and the client experience by proactively and timely communicating with clients • Understand financial accounting (GAAP; IFRS) and current financial accounting pronouncements • Review technical memoranda, legal basis disclosures, tax opinions, positions, and responses to IRS inquiries and Ruling requests • Train, mentor, and develop professionals through formal mentorship roles and informal interactions • Foster collaborative relationships with colleagues by identifying opportunities to collaborate and integrate with other lines of business, promoting an integrated approach to client service • Coordinate with multiple teams to successfully deliver on advisory engagements, primarily AMP in addition to Federal Credit & Incentives (FCI), Tangible Property Services (TPS), and Energy & Excise (E&E) analyses, as appropriate • Contribute as industry expert by keeping abreast of changes in industry regulation, maintain competency through continuing education and obtaining additional professional certifications Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field from an accredited university • One of the following is required: active CPA license in the state of residence or primary office; active Enrolled Agent (EA) license; active attorney license; or a pre-approved alternative certification that meets RSM requirements • Minimum of six years of experience in public accounting, with a proven track record of practice building and project management, and demonstrated experience effectively identifying, selling, and delivering tax services to middle-market business clients • Proven track record of successful tax planning, including accelerated depreciation deductions through cost segregation, fixed assets, and repairs and maintenance analyses • Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel • Proven capacity to meet client service, quality, and performance expectations within applicable deadlines and in accordance with firm and client standards • Strong communication skills, including clear, professional, and effective interaction with firm personnel and clients in person, by telephone, and through electronic or written means • Effective project management skills, including managing multiple priorities, tasks, and projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy and quality of work in a fast-paced, client service environment • Experience working effectively in a professional office environment and, as required by the role, at client sites, including sitting for extended periods of time and working at a computer and other standard office equipment • Capacity to maintain a consistent onsite presence during core business hours, including regular reporting to a firm office location and travel to client sites as required, with access to reliable transportation • Ability to work extended and/or non-standard hours during peak periods or as necessary to meet client, project, or firm business needs Preferred Qualifications • 5+ years of experience working with tax accounting methods and inventory, or related tax-advisory field (ex: mergers & acquisitions, ASC 740) • Master's in accounting or another business-related field; MBA, MST, JD/LLM At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life's demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits. At RSM, an employee's pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range. Compensation Range: $100,000 - $189,200 Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.

About RSM US

RSM US is a leading provider of audit, tax, and consulting services to middle market companies in the United States. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois and has more than 90 offices across the country. RSM US is a member of the RSM International network, which is the sixth largest network of independent audit, tax, and consulting firms in the world. The company's services include audit and assurance, tax, consulting, risk advisory, transaction advisory, and wealth management. RSM US serves clients in a variety of industries, including healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, real estate, and technology.
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