Tax Manager, Financial Services - Hedge Funds

RSM US Integrated Services India Private Limited; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,400,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM US Integrated Services India Private Limited in Hyderabad seeks an experienced tax professional to review complex private equity, hedge fund and fund of funds returns and advise on planning, compliance and M&A activity.

With 6+ years in business taxation and an active Enrolled Agent credential, you will coach juniors, coordinate client service across cross-functional teams, and stay current with tax law changes to deliver trusted guidance to Asset Management clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Accounting or related field.
• 6+ 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.
• Active EA
• Prior tax compliance & consulting experience serving Asset Management clients
• 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
• Proven track record managing client engagements from start-to-end

Responsibilities

• Provide detailed review and analysis of complex Private Equity, Hedge Fund and/or FoF partnership tax returns
• May have people leadership responsibilities such as training, developing, mentoring and/or coaching to one or more employees
• Work on multiple complex issues and communicate in a non-technical manner to facilitate communication between the client and the service team
• Serve as the Tax client service coordinator for appropriate clients
• Advise clients on a full spectrum of RSM's tax services, including planning, research, compliance, and general mergers and acquisitions activities
• Reviewing research findings and ensure conclusions are consistent with firm policies and professional standards
• Assist with new business development, extended services and tax issue recognition for existing clients
• Manage client needs in conjunction with cross-functional engagement teams across the tax practice (e.g. state & local tax, international tax, tax technology, tax mergers & acquisitions, etc.)
• Remain up-to-date on current tax practices and changes in tax law.

Skills

Client communications

Leadership

Tax knowledge

Engagement management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Accounting or related field

Masters of Accounting / Taxation or MBA

Tools

Tax software

Tax research tools

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

Provide detailed review and analysis of complex Private Equity, Hedge Fund and/or FoF partnership tax returns May have people leadership responsibilities such as training, developing, mentoring and/or or coaching to one or more employees, which will include providing honest and timely performance feedback Work on multiple complex issues and communicate in a non-technical manner to facilitate communication between the client and the service team, all while managing the risk for both the client and the firm Serve as the Tax client service coordinator for appropriate clients Advise clients on a full spectrum of RSM's tax services, including planning, research, compliance, and general mergers and acquisitions activities Reviewing research findings and ensure conclusions are consistent with firm policies and professional standards Assist with new business development, extended services and tax issue recognition for existing clients Manage client needs in conjunction with cross-functional engagement teams across the tax practice (e.g. state & local tax, international tax, tax technology, tax mergers & acquisitions, 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
• 6+ 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
• Active EA
• Prior tax compliance & consulting experience serving Asset Management clients
• 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
• Proven track record managing client engagements from start-to-end

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters of Accounting, Masters of Taxation or MBA

• 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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Why work at RSM?

At RSM, we accomplish meaningful work and make an impact on the world around us. We work hard to fully understand our clients and work even harder to understand and identify your unique skills. We celebrate the differences among us and empower our talented professionals to grow forward, both personally and professionally. Our clients benefit from fresh insights and energy as we collaborate to support them, and our teams enjoy a work environment that inspires and empowers them to thrive.