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About this Tax Manager - Federal Credits and Incentives role at RSM

RSM · Onsite · Chicago

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:

  • Overseeing, mentoring, and project managing a team of subordinates (interns, associates, rotators) 

  • Develop an understanding of client's business and become a "functional expert" in the area 

  • Research and write tax advice, opinion, and position memorandums 

  • Develop and sustain excellent client relationships through personal attention and timeliness of service by maintaining regular contact with assigned clients – communicate directly with client personnel, including operations, finance, accounting, and engineering 

  • Assist in managing and implementing multiple projects simultaneously, which include technical discussions with clients, computations, analysis, data gathering, and coordination of resources 

  • Provides timely, high quality client service that meets or exceeds client expectations 

  • Ensures professional development through ongoing education and obtaining additional certifications as appropriate 

  • Help drive the success of multiple CIM engagements, primarily related to Accounting Methods & Periods (SMP), Federal Credit or Incentives studies (FCI) and Tangible Property Services (TPS), as appropriate 

  • Contribute as industry expert by keeping abreast of changes in industry regulation, maintain competency through continuing education and obtaining additional professional certifications  

 

 

Required Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 2+ years of experience in public accounting, or a combination of public accounting and industry/law  

  • Undergraduate degree in business (accounting, economics, finance, etc.) or a degree in the sciences (computer science, engineering, biology, chemistry, or physics). 

  • Strong social skills including a dynamic personality and excellent communication skills 

  • Natural curiosity 

  • Ability to take detailed notes in a fast paced environment 

  • Extremely organized and responsive 

  • Good judgment 

  • Proficiency with MS Excel  

  • Available for 20-50% travel during the busy season 

 

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  •  Professional certification as CPA or state bar admission 

  • 1-2 years of experience working within credits, incentives or methods 

  • Masters in Accounting or other 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.

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 careers@rsmus.com.

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

Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.

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How this Tax Specialist salary compares

This role pays $144,600/yr — in line with the typical range for Tax Specialist roles.

$119,062 median $182,500 $229,500

Typical range $137,900–$208,175/yr, from 140 comparable Tax Specialist listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Tax Specialist salary insights →

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