
Federal Tax Associate - Fall 2027/Winter 2028
Blue Bell, PAJob$70–84K/yrSeen 6 days agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago
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RSM US LLP is hiring a Federal Tax Associate to prepare complex tax returns and ASC 740 tax provision calculations, interact with clients, and research tax issues. The role also involves staying current on tax practices and changes in tax law; some travel may be required. Applicants need a bachelor's degree or equivalent and an accounting major. CPA exam progress and communication, computer, and teamwork skills are preferred.
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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. Responsibilities: 1. Preparing complex tax returns 2. Preparing calculations of ASC740 tax provisions 3. Interact with clients 4. Performing, documenting, and summarizing research and conclusions regarding specific tax issues 5. Remain up-to-date on current tax practices and changes in tax law 6. Other duties as assigned 7. Some travel may be required Required Qualifications: 1. Minimum B.A. or B.S. degree or equivalent from an accredited university 2. Accounting major Preferred Qualifications: 1. Working toward the successful completion of the CPA exam-tax associates have the opportunity to obtain the audit hours required for full certification 2. Excellent written and verbal communication skills 3. Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel 4. Ability to work effectively on a team Ability to work and multitask in a fast-paced environment 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. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership.RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at [email protected]. RSM does not intend to hire entry-level candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future. This includes individuals who will one dayrequest or require RSM to file or complete immigration-related forms or prepare letters on their behalf in order for them to obtain or continue their work authorization. RSM will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records. For those living in California or applying to a position in California, please click here for additional information. 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: $70,400 - $84,000 RSM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.
How this job compares
Set against the 5,112 open Tax Associate jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$70–84K/yr
- US median$77–214K/yr250 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $77K, is 47% below the US median midpoint ($146K) — in the lowest quarter of Tax Associate salary ranges across the US.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 215 open Tax Associate jobs in Pennsylvania and 5,112 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Pennsylvania
- H&R Block204 open
- PwC8 open
- RSM US LLP (this employer)2 open
- Experience
- Tax Associate postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years of experience at the median (313 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 312 of the 5,112 open Tax Associate jobs (6%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 27, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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