Tax Associate - Flexible Schedule & CPA Pathway

RSM US LLP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM US LLP in Houston seeks tax associates to work with diverse clients across industries, developing relationships and delivering tax services.

The role includes planning, research, and preparing federal and state tax returns, with opportunities to advance toward CPA certification.

We value teamwork, clear communication, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum B.A. or B.S. degree from an accredited university.
• Accounting major.
• Travel to assigned client locations is required; must have access to reliable transportation.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA preferred.
• Working toward CPA exam—tax associates have the opportunity to obtain the audit hours required for full certification.

Responsibilities

• Working on a team that focuses on a wide range of tax specialty areas. This can include accounting for income taxes, accounting methods and periods, corporate taxation, federal credits and incentives, individual taxation, mergers and acquisitions, pass-through entity taxation, private client services, and not for profit organizations.
• Completing tax planning and research.
• Preparing federal and state & local tax returns.
• Understanding tax regulations and accounting pronouncements.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA track in progress (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

RSM US LLP in Houston seeks tax associates to work with diverse clients across industries, developing relationships and delivering tax services.

The role includes planning, research, and preparing federal and state tax returns, with opportunities to advance toward CPA certification.

We value teamwork, clear communication, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.