State and Local Tax Manager - Income Franchise

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.

RSM is seeking an experienced, energetic and self-motivated State and Local Tax (SALT) specialist to join our dynamic, collaborative and expanding SALT team.  RSM’s collaborative and entrepreneurial culture provides a career-focused individual with the opportunity to be a first-choice advisor to middle market leaders.

The ideal candidate will help execute our strategy to deliver the RSM client experience, focus on the middle market, empower passionate teams and build communities of RSM promoters through the following responsibilities:

• Participate in and contribute to one of RSM’s core industry teams, including Manufacturing, Wholesale & Distribution, Financial Services, Construction & Real Estate and, Consumer & Industrial Products.
• Lead and manage complex state and local tax engagements, with a focus on delivering high-value tax advice and identifying opportunities to expand client services.
• Advise clients on nexus, apportionment, business and nonbusiness income, unitary taxation, multistate tax planning, state tax controversy matters, audit defense, and transaction due diligence.
• Have strong writing skills to assist with drafting of internal memorandums, summaries of technical matters for internal publication, external client communications and correspondence with taxing authorities.
• Serve as a Performance Advisor, mentor, or coach by providing timely, constructive feedback and supporting the professional development of team members.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude, strong leadership, teamwork, and the highest professional standards in serving both internal and external clients.
• Continue to expand knowledge base in area of expertise, comply with continuing education requirements.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication, responsiveness, and a commitment to exceptional client service.
• Collaborate across service lines to deliver integrated solutions and an exceptional client experience.
• Remain current on emerging tax developments, legislative changes, and industry trends while actively expanding technical expertise and fulfilling continuing professional education requirements.

Basic Qualifications:

• Requires a minimum of Bachelor's degree in Accounting or closely related field from an accredited college or university
• Requires one of the following: Active CPA license in the state of residence, JD, or LLM in Taxation, or Enrolled Agent
• Requires a minimum of six (6) years of experience providing state and local income/franchise tax compliance and or consulting services in a Public Accounting, Consulting, or Law firm
• Strong analytical, problem solving, detail oriented and excellent interpersonal skills

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.

We believe flexibility and in-person connection both play an important role in how we work and grow. Most roles at RSM follow a hybrid workstyle, which means team members are aligned to an RSM office and come together in person when it best supports clients, teams, development or relationship-building. Some roles may be virtual or primarily on-site based on role requirements, team priorities and client needs.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. 

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at [email protected].

RSM does not intend to hire entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now OR in the future (i.e. F-1 visa holders). If you are a recent U.S. college / university graduate possessing 1-2 years of progressive and relevant work experience in a same or similar role to the one for which you are applying, excluding internships, you may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate.

RSM will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records. For those living in California or applying to a position in California, please click here for additional information.

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