Federal Tax Associate
RSM
Federal Tax Associate
RSM
Audit, advisory, and accounting services network
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.
Responsibilities:
Working with high net worth families, closely held businesses, estates, trusts and private foundations
Developing strong working relationships with clients built on understanding their needs and challenges
Completing tax planning and research
Preparing federal and state & local tax returns
Developing a general understating of reporting requirements of different entity structures and the compliance process Increasing involvement in developing cutting edge tax ideas that could significantly lessen clients overall effective tax rates
Leveraging tax knowledge and understanding of the tax preparation process to bring work to completion for review
Demonstrating awareness of differing levels of assurance as it relates to tax positions taken through writing memoranda and other written documentation on complex tax issues for business and private tax clients
Staying current on tax legislation relevant to Private Client Service clients
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business-related field
Required coursework to sit for CPA exam, licensed JD or enrolled agent
Strong communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to work as part of a collaborative team
Excellent client relation and interpersonal skills with the ability to work closely with clients to answer questions or to collect necessary information for client service engagements
Outstanding organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities and take ownership of assigned tasks
Preferred Qualifications:
CPA, JD or Enrolled Agent designation
LL.M. in Taxation and/or Master’s in Taxation
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.
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RSM is a global network of independent firms providing audit, tax, and advisory services. In France, the network has 14 offices, about 1,100 collaborators and 85 partners, organized to deliver tailored services for SMEs, mid-market companies, and large enterprises. It operates through methodologies that combine business-area expertise with sector specialization, strong involvement of partners, and high-level professionals building durable client relationships, all guided by human-centric values. Worldwide, RSM is present in more than 120 countries with 41,000 professionals and global revenue of about $5.4 billion, enabling support for clients in every development phase both in France and abroad.
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