Senior Associate 1, Financial Services - Private Equity Funds

RSM US Integrated Services India Private Limited; Kolkata District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM US Integrated Services India Private Limited in Kolkata seeks a tax associate to prepare complex partnership returns for Private Equity, Hedge Funds and FoFs. You will review returns, perform research, and interact with clients on planning matters.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in Commerce or Accounting and 1+ year in business taxation; CPA/CA/EA eligibility is preferred. The role offers growth, training, and a collaborative team in a global firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Accounting or related field.
• 1+ years of business taxation experience at a Big 4 or large firm.
• Eligible to sit for CPA/CA/EA exams.
• Experience preparing and reviewing tax returns.
• Working knowledge of tax code and compliance.
• Ability to work with clients to gather information for tax services.

Responsibilities

• Prepare complex Private Equity, Hedge Fund and FoF partnership tax returns.
• Review and analyze tax returns.
• Conduct research and summarize conclusions on tax issues.
• Develop, motivate and train staff level and intern team members.
• Interact with clients handling questions and planning needs.
• Stay up-to-date on changes in tax law.

Skills

Tax compliance

Client communication

Research skills

Team training

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce/Accounting

Masters preferred

Job description

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.

Responsibilities

• Preparing complex Private Equity, Hedge Fund and/or FoF partnership tax returns
• Detailed review and analysis of Tax returns
• Performing, documenting, and summarizing research and conclusions regarding specific tax issues
• Develop, motivate, and train staff level and intern team members
• Interact directly with clients handling questions, planning, concerns, etc.
• Remain up-to-date on current tax practices and changes in tax law

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Accounting or related field
• 1+ years of experience in business taxation working for a Big 4 or a large national, regional or local accounting firm; or equivalent in industry or with a law firm
• Must be eligible to sit for the CPA exam, CA, EA
• Experience preparing and reviewing returns
• Working knowledge of tax code and technical aspects of tax preparation and compliance
• Ability to work closely with clients to answer questions or to collect necessary information for tax service requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters of Accounting, Masters of Taxation or MBA preferred
• Active CPA, EA, CA
• Strong technical skills in accounting, tax preparation and review within the Asset Management industry

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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