Senior Associate, Financial Services - Hedge Funds

RSM US in India; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM US in India, Bengaluru-based, is seeking a Tax Analyst to prepare and review complex tax returns for Private Equity, Hedge Funds and FoFs. The role involves detailed engagement with clients, ongoing tax research, and mentoring staff and interns.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of business taxation experience, CPA/CA/EA/JD eligibility, and strong knowledge of tax codes. This position offers growth within an international accounting firm in Bengaluru.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Accounting or related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in business taxation at a Big 4 or large firm; or equivalent in industry or with a law firm.
• Must be eligible to sit for the CPA exam, CA, EA or a licensed JD.
• 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 collect information for tax service requirements.

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 compliance

Accounting

Research skills

Client interaction

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Commerce/Accounting

Masters of Accounting / MBA preferred

Job description

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

• Bachelors Degree in Commerce, Accounting or related field
• 2-3 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 or a licensed JD
• 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 or JD/LLM
• 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.

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