Tax Supervisor - Private Company

RSM US LLP · United States

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. RSM’s Private Company team is looking for a dynamic Tax Supervisor to join our expanding Business Tax practice. At RSM, our Private Company practice is rooted in strong relationships based on a deep understanding of what matters most to our clients. Our team of first choice advisors is aligned to focus on closely held businesses and their owners. Our Private Company professional may also support ultra-high net worth individuals and small family offices. We take a holistic approach to advising our clients and in doing so we collaborate with our client’s team of professional advisors to develop tailored comprehensive solutions. Our community of professionals is focused on your success. Our leadership team and other professionals will support you and your development through:

• Exposure to strategic tax planning, business advisory and compliance work
• A customized well-defined career path to match your professional goals
• Access to specialized trainings and programs, cutting edge technology, annual goal setting, performance advisors and coaches with real time feedback for developmental growth

• Provide detailed review and analysis of complex tax returns – approximately up to 35% of your time
• 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
• May have people leadership responsibilities
• Train and develop staff members – approximately 10-20% of your time
• Serve as the Tax client service coordinator for appropriate clients
• 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
• Remain up-to-date on current tax practices and changes in tax law
• Other duties as assigned
• Some travel may be required (varies based on location, line of business and client need)

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or business-related field
• Must be eligible to sit for the CPA exam, EA or a licensed JD
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working in public accounting with an emphasis on taxation
• Experience preparing and reviewing returns with one or more of the following: Partnership, S Corporation or C Corporation
• Working knowledge of tax code and technical aspects of tax preparation and compliance
• Ability to work closely with clients to answer questions or to collect necessary information for tax service requirements
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to work in a collaborative team and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

• Masters of Accounting, Masters of Taxation or MBA preferred
• Active CPA, JD/LLM, or EA
• Experience with private client or business taxation with a desire to grow skills in the Private Company area
• Working knowledge of tax code and technical aspects of tax preparation and compliance
• Strong technical skills in accounting and tax preparation, industry specialization a plus
• Experience preparing or reviewing accounting for income taxes in accordance with ASC 740’s
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Experience in dealing with international tax matters is a plus