Senior Associate 1 Financial Services - Private Equity Funds

RSM US LLP; Kolkata District; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM US LLP in India is seeking a tax professional to join our Private Equity, Hedge Fund and Fund of Funds tax practice. You will prepare complex tax returns, review filings, and stay current on changing tax laws while delivering high-quality service to clients.

You'll work with senior staff to train junior team members, interact directly with clients to answer questions, and help ensure accurate tax compliance across asset management engagements.

Qualifications

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

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

Skills

Tax return preparation

Tax research

Client interaction

Staff training

Public accounting experience

Asset Management tax

CPA/CA/EA eligibility

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce/Accounting

Masters of Accounting or MBA preferred

Active CPA/CA/EA eligibility

Job description

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.

RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; colour; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender (including gender identity and/or gender expression); 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 Indian Armed Forces; Indian Armed Forces Veterans, and Indian Armed Forces Personnel status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable provincial employment legislation.

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 [e-mail].