Sr. Manager State & Local Tax, Income & Franchise

Seattle, OR - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 141900 - 284900

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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. Youll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. Theres no one like you and thats why theres nowhere like RSM.

SALT Income/Franchise (SALT IF): State and local tax income and franchise tax compliance and consulting for all types of clients and industries except for investment funds and real estate.

RSM US LLP is looking for a Tax Senior Manager for Income & Franchise Tax Consulting within our expanding State & Local Tax (SALT) practice. This role provides an opportunity to join a high-performing tax practice. As a Tax Senior Manager for RSM you will be responsible for the following job duties which are focused around three core concepts: Technical & Quality Expertise People & Talent Management and Client Service/Business Development.

Responsibilities:

Provide detailed review and analysis of complex partnership state tax returns.
May serve as a Performance Advisor by providing mentorship or coaching to one or more employees which will include providing honest and timely performance feedback.
Train and develop staff members.
Work on multiple complex issues while communicating in a non-technical manner to facilitate communication between the client and the service team while managing the risk for both the client and the firm.
Serve as the state tax client service coordinator for appropriate clients.
Advise clients on a full spectrum of state 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 service and tax issue recognition for existing clients.
Manage corporate client needs with respect to tax services and state tax compliance.
Remain up-to-date on current tax practices and changes in tax law
Other duties as assigned.
Some travel may be (varies based on location and client need).

Required Qualifications:

Requires a minimum of eight (8) years of experience in state and local business taxation working for a Big 4 or a large national regional or local accounting firm
Requires a minimum of a Bachelors Degree in Accountingor other related field.
Requires one of the following: Active CPA Enrolled Agent or Licensed JD
Ability to work closely with clients to answer questions or to collect necessary information for tax service requirements
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Travel as required

Preferred Qualifications:

Working knowledge of state tax code and technical aspects of tax preparation and compliance
Strong technical skills in accounting and tax preparation industry specialization a plus
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously

At RSM we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our offer flexibility in your schedule empowering you to balance lifes demands while also maintaining your ability to serve more about our total rewards at 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.

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RSM does not intend to hire entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now OR in the future (i.e. F-1 visa holders). If you are a recent U.S. college / university graduate possessing 1-2 years of progressive and relevant work experience in a same or similar role to the one for which you are applying excluding internships you may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate.

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At RSM an employees pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences performance and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including but not limited to education skills work experience certifications location etc. As such pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Compensation Range: $141900 - $284900

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

Required Experience:

Manager

SALT Income/Franchise (SALT IF): State and local tax income and franchise tax compliance and consulting for all types of clients and industries except for investment funds and real estate.

Responsibilities:

Provide detailed review and analysis of complex partnership state tax returns.
May serve as a Performance Advisor by providing mentorship or coaching to one or more employees which will include providing honest and timely performance feedback.
Train and develop staff members.
Work on multiple complex issues while communicating in a non-technical manner to facilitate communication between the client and the service team while managing the risk for both the client and the firm.
Serve as the state tax client service coordinator for appropriate clients.
Advise clients on a full spectrum of state 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 service and tax issue recognition for existing clients.
Manage corporate client needs with respect to tax services and state tax compliance.
Remain up-to-date on current tax practices and changes in tax law
Other duties as assigned.
Some travel may be (varies based on location and client need).

Required Qualifications:

Requires a minimum of eight (8) years of experience in state and local business taxation working for a Big 4 or a large national regional or local accounting firm
Requires a minimum of a Bachelors Degree in Accountingor other related field.
Requires one of the following: Active CPA Enrolled Agent or Licensed JD
Ability to work closely with clients to answer questions or to collect necessary information for tax service requirements
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Travel as required

Preferred Qualifications:

Working knowledge of state tax code and technical aspects of tax preparation and compliance
Strong technical skills in accounting and tax preparation industry specialization a plus
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously