Tax Senior Associate 1 - State & Local Tax, Operating Partnership

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, inclusive 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 currently recruiting for a state and local tax (SALT) specialist who is experienced, active and self-motivated to join our dynamic, collaborative, and expanding SALT team at RSM's USI practice. RSM's collaborative and entrepreneurial culture allows a career-minded individual to be a first-choice counsel to middle-market executives. 

 Through the following roles, the ideal applicant will assist in the execution of our plan to offer the RSM client experience, focus on the middle market, empower passionate teams, and establish communities of RSM promoters: 

• Review state tax work papers and state tax returns. 
• Manage and supervise completion of state tax compliance for pass-through entities.
• Responsible for managing a team of 5 to 8 associates and senior associates. 
• Oversee technical review of extensions, estimated payments, withholding and composite tax calculations and associated state filings 
• Ability to integrate with overall tax team to review state tax returns and provide state tax consulting – including nexus studies, apportionment and sourcing analysis, voluntary disclosures, and other state tax consulting. 
• Research and resolve technical state and local tax issues. 
• Manage resource requirements, project workflow and budgets. 
• Review state matrices and other client deliverables. 
• Coach and develop associates and senior associates including providing timely meaningful written and verbal feedback 

Qualifications:  

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree (preferably B.Com/M.Com/MBA Finance) from an accredited college/university 
• 4 Years to 5 years of experience in US State and Local taxes Partnership tax returns 
• Licensed CPA or Enrolled agent will be preferred  
• Strong analytical, problem solving, detail oriented and excellent interpersonal skills 
• Able to manage and drive multiple engagements 
• Familiarity with researching state tax laws and regulations 
• Highly competent in using GoSystem and CCH Access  
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and other Office applications 

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/india.html.  

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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 send us an email at [email protected].