Tax Manager - Exempt Organizations

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Our Tax Exempt practice provides clients with tax guidance and planning related to protecting tax-exempt status, preparing and / or reviewing tax returns for exempt organizations and their taxable affiliates (990s / 1120s / 1065s) and related filings, including international filings as needed, IRS audit defense strategies, and other relevant tax matters.

Our people work on key client issues in domestic federal taxation, with a focus on implementing tax strategies that align with the client's business objectives.Responsibilities :

• Provide detail review and analysis of tax returns approximately 30- 50% of your time
• Work as part of a dedicated team of experienced exempt organization tax professionals
• 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
• Interact directly with clients handling questions, planning, concerns, etc.
• Develop, motivate, and train staff level team members approximately 10% of your time
• Performing, documenting, summarizing, and reviewing research conclusions regarding specific tax issues approximately 10% of your time
• Remain up-to-date on current tax practices and changes in tax law
• Other duties as assigned
• Some travel may be required

Basic Qualifications :

• BA / BS Degree preferably in Accounting or related field of study
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a public accounting environment
• Ability to work closely with clients to answer questions or to collect necessary information for tax service requirements
• Comprehensive understanding of tax law / rules and implications
• Experience preparing and reviewing returns
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications :

• Masters of Accounting
• CPA, JD, LLM, or EA
• Experience with a national or large regional accounting firm
• Working knowledge of tax code and technical aspects of tax preparation and compliance
• Strong technical skills in accounting and tax preparation, industry specialization is a plus
• Experience in dealing with international tax matters a plus

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.

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• As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, 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 (including gender identity and / or gender expression); 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; 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.

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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.

RSM will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the requirements of applicable law, including but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

At RSM, an employee’s 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 : $76,300 - $144,100

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