Tax Senior Manager - Accounting Methods and Periods - Washington National Tax

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RSM’s Washington National Tax team is an experience-based group of distinguished tax professionals who track tax developments directly from the source and immediately translate the information into how these changes impact our clients. With resources across the country and a physical presence in Washington, D.C., our team stays up to date on the latest developments in tax policy and tax developments. Team members share their analysis of potential implications of new tax laws, Treasury regulations and IRS pronouncements through a regular cadence of articles, webcasts and newsletters and working closely with our engagement teams and clients. 

As a member of our Washington National Tax group, working specifically with the Accounting Methods & Periods (AMP) team, you will be responsible for the following job duties which are focused around two core concepts: your subject matter expertise and delivering excellent client service:

Specific responsibilities will include:

• Sign off on general technical positions and quality review of Forms 3115, 1128, 970

• Consult on and sign off on technical issues specific to revenue and expense recognition, inventory, capitalization, and cost recovery

• Lead development and oversee research on opinions, technical memos, or similar types of guidance

• Review guidance issued by the Internal Revenue Service/Department of the Treasury and new legislation relevant to tax accounting, assign guidance for write-up, and assist in determining potential market opportunities related to new guidance / legislation

• Lead development of internal service offerings and related go-to-market and execution materials

• Partner with other accounting methods and periods specialists to highlight growth opportunities to clients / prospective clients

• Develop and contribute thought leadership to external publications such as Tax Notes or Bloomberg

• Be an active member in accounting methods related groups, such as the AICPA and American Bar Association

• Ultimately lead / develop a specific subject matter expertise area in accounting methods and periods (e.g., identification of a method, methods pertaining to financial instruments, international tax planning and accounting methods, inventory, private equity, real estate / contracting, etc.)

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field from an accredited university

• Licensed CPA in state of practice/primary office if eligible to sit for the CPA

  • If not CPA eligible: Licensed attorney or Enrolled agent

• Minimum eight years of experience in public accounting, with a proven track record of practice building and project management with a strong understanding and the experience or ability to effectively identify, sell and deliver tax services to middle-market business clients

• Proven track record of a successful tax planning focus including accelerated depreciation deductions through Cost Segregation and Fixed Assets and Repairs & Maintenance analyses

• Access to reliable transportation and ability to travel to office regularly and client sites as needed

• Excellent written and verbal communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills along with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with firm personnel and clients

• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel 

• Ability to work collaboratively with others and managing a team to achieve operational or project goals; ability to serve as a Performance Advisor; and strong attention to detail with effective time management, organizational, and teamwork skills

• Ability to perform essential job functions, including meeting client service and performance goals

• Demonstrates project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, tasks, and projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy without compromising quality of work product

• Ability to work in high pressure environments and maintain concentration while sitting at a desk and working on a computer for extended periods of time

• Client service mindset, ensuring high-quality support, responsiveness and collaborative engagement with tax teams, internal teams, and clients

• Willingness and ability to work extended non-standards hours during peak periods

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in Big4 national office; Department of Treasury; IRS Chief Counsel or Practice Unit in related subject matter field

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.

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. 

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Compensation Range: $141,900 - $284,900