Senior Tax Methods & Periods Leader

RSM US LLP; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 142,000 - 285,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM US LLP in the United States is seeking a senior tax professional to lead AMP projects and related advisory services in the CIM group. You will oversee multidisciplinary teams, review technical matters, and drive client-focused delivery across GAAP/IFRS contexts.

Primary responsibilities include technical sign-off, mentoring staff, and developing go-to-market strategies for AMP and related services. A CPA/EA/attorney license and 7+ years of public accounting experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Active CPA license in the state of residence or primary office; active Enrolled Agent (EA) license; active attorney license; or a preapproved alternative certification that meets RSM requirements.
• Minimum of seven years of experience in public accounting, with a proven track record of practice building and project management, and demonstrated experience effectively identifying, selling, and delivering tax services to middle-market business clients.
• Proven track record of successful tax planning, including accelerated depreciation deductions through cost segregation, fixed assets, and repairs and maintenance analyses.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Proven capacity to meet client service, quality, and performance expectations within deadlines and firm/client standards.
• Strong communication skills, including clear, professional interaction with firm personnel and clients.
• Effective project management skills, including managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Identification, oversight, and technical review/sign-off of AMP projects, supported by Washington National Tax office (WNT) AMP specialists.
• Oversee delivery of AMP projects (typically automatic or advanced consent changes), including 481(a) adjustments, impact on tax provisions/reserves, and IRS exam support, while managing teams of 2-5 professionals.
• Focus on client service expertise and the client experience by proactively and timely communicating with clients.
• Understand financial accounting (GAAP; IFRS) and current financial accounting pronouncements.
• Review technical memoranda, legal basis disclosures, tax opinions, positions, and responses to IRS inquiries and Ruling requests.
• Train, mentor, and develop professionals through formal mentorship roles and informal interactions.
• Foster collaborative relationships with colleagues by identifying and leading opportunities to collaborate and integrate with other lines of business.
• Lead the successful implementation of advisory engagements, primarily related to AMP in addition to Federal Credit & Incentives (FCI), Tangible Property Services (TPS), and Energy & Excise (E&E) analyses, as appropriate.
• Initiate and develop service offering ideas in conjunction with WNT; lead related go-to-market and growth activities.
• Participate in and drive the execution of team and firm strategy.

Skills

CPA license

EA license

attorney license

project management

Microsoft Excel

client service

communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

RSM US LLP in the United States is seeking a senior tax professional to lead AMP projects and related advisory services in the CIM group. You will oversee multidisciplinary teams, review technical matters, and drive client-focused delivery across GAAP/IFRS contexts.

Primary responsibilities include technical sign-off, mentoring staff, and developing go-to-market strategies for AMP and related services. A CPA/EA/attorney license and 7+ years of public accounting experience are preferred.