Tax Supervisor - Accounting Methods and Periods

RSM US LLP; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 86,500 - 164,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

RSM US LLP in Dallas is seeking a professional to manage AMP projects and oversee a team of tax specialists. Responsibilities include training and mentoring professionals while coordinating with various teams to deliver comprehensive tax services.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a related field, strong communication and project management skills, and a minimum of four years of tax experience. The position offers a competitive salary and bonus potential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years of tax experience.
• Experience in a professional office environment, including client sites.
• Ability to work extended hours during peak periods.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of AMP projects supporting tax strategies.
• Train, mentor, and develop professionals in technical areas.
• Coordinate with multiple teams for advisory engagements.

Skills

Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Strong communication skills

Effective project management skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, or equivalent

Completion of CPA licensure eligibility requirements

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, 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

• Identification, project management, and initial technical review of AMP projects, supported by Washington National Tax office (WNT) AMP specialists, including overall changes, revenue recognition, expense recognition, inventory/UNICAP/LIFO, capitalization/cost recovery, Section 174 R&E expenditures, leasing engagements, strategic method review projects, and impacts of transactions/mergers on methods
• Manage delivery of AMP projects (typically automatic or advanced consent changes), including calculation of 481(a) adjustments, impact on tax provisions/reserves, and IRS exam support, while managing teams of 2-4 professionals
• 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 opportunities to collaborate and integrate with other lines of business, promoting an integrated approach to client service
• Coordinate with multiple teams to successfully deliver on advisory engagements, primarily AMP in addition to Federal Credit & Incentives (FCI), Tangible Property Services (TPS), and Energy & Excise (E&E) analyses, as appropriate
• Contribute as industry expert by keeping abreast of changes in industry regulation, maintain competency through continuing education and obtaining additional professional certifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business related fields such as Accounting, Economics, or Finance or a Bachelor of Science that includes computer science, engineering, biology, chemistry, or physics from an accredited university
• Completion of all educational requirements for CPA licensure eligibility in the state of intended residence or completion of all requirements to sit for the Bar exam by the start date
• Minimum of four years of tax experience
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Proven capacity to meet client service, quality, and performance expectations within applicable deadlines and in accordance with firm and client standards
• Strong communication skills, including clear, professional, and effective interaction with firm personnel and clients in person, by telephone, and through electronic or written means
• Effective project management skills, including managing multiple priorities, tasks, and projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy and quality of work in a fast paced, client service environment
• Experience working effectively in a professional office environment and, as required by the role, at client sites, including sitting for extended periods of time and working at a computer and other standard office equipment
• Capacity to maintain a consistent onsite presence during core business hours, including regular reporting to a firm office location and travel to client sites as required, with access to reliable transportation
• Ability to work extended and/or non standard hours during peak periods or as necessary to meet client, project, or firm business needs

Preferred Qualifications

• Active accreditation obtained, in process, or willingness to obtain one of the following: CPA, EA, or licensed attorney

Benefits

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/working-at-rsm/benefits.

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; 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 US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. 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 call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at [e-mail].

Compensation Range: $86,500 - $164,500

Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.