State and Local Tax - Manager and Franchise

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.

The ideal candidate will help execute our strategy to deliver the RSM client experience, focus on the middle market, empower passionate teams and build communities of RSM promoters through the following responsibilities:

• Participate in one of RSM’s key industry teams which include Manufacturing, Wholesale and Distribution, Financial Services, and Construction/Real Estate and, Consumer/Industrial Products.
• Lead and manage the business relationship of complex engagements with a focus on high-value quality tax advice and seek to expand services.
• Serve as a Career Advisor, mentor or coach to one or more employees, which will include providing honest and timely performance feedback.
• Advise clients on nexus, unitary and business income, multistate tax planning, audit defense, and due diligence.
• Manage complex state tax compliance and consulting projects for corporate and pass-through entities.
• Deliver excellent service to internal and external clients including effective communication, teamwork, positive attitude and high professional standards.
• Continue to expand knowledge base in area of expertise, comply with continuing education requirements.
• Drive growth and profitability by generating new revenue on existing client portfolio, cross selling and new clients for the tax practice.
• Interact directly with clients handling questions, planning, consulting, etc.
• Serving as Tax client service coordinator while developing and executing the firm’s client service plan.
• Reviewing research findings and ensure conclusions are consistent with firm policies and professional standards.
• Build relationships across lines of business to ensure excellent client service through an integrated service approach.
• 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.

• Requires a minimum of Bachelor's degree in Accounting or closely related field from an accredited college or university
• Requires one of the following:
  Active CPA license in the state of residence, JD, or LLM in Taxation, or Enrolled Agent
• Requires a minimum of six (6) years of experience providing income/franchise tax consulting services in a Public Accounting, Consulting, or Law firm
• Strong analytical, problem solving, detail oriented and excellent interpersonal skills

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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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);

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