Tax Supervisor - Accounting Methods and Periods

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. As a member of our Credits, Incentives and Methods (CIM) group, you will be responsible for providing tax consulting and advisory services around the timing of recognizing revenue, expense, capitalization, cost recovery and inventory accounting - whether based on regulatory change, tax planning/optimization, liquidity or preparation for a transaction. These services include accounting method reviews, the filing of accounting method or period changes,participatingin M&A structuring and diligence, writing of technical advice memorandums, researching technical filingpositionsand broadly interacting with both internal tax professionals and external client stakeholders. Responsibilities: 1. Identification, project management, and initial technical review of AMP projects, supported by Washington National Tax office (WNT) AMP specialists, including overall changes, revenue recognition, expense recognition, inventory/UNICAP/LIFO, capitalization/cost recovery, Section 174 R&E expenditures, leasing engagements, strategic method review projects, and impacts of transactions/mergers on methods 2. Manage delivery of AMP projects (typically automatic or advanced consent changes), including calculation of 481(a) adjustments, impact on tax provisions/reserves, and IRS exam support, while managing teams of 2-4 professionals 3. Understand financial accounting(GAAP; IFRS)and current financial accounting pronouncements 4. Reviewtechnical memoranda, legal basis disclosures,tax opinions, positions, andresponses to IRS inquiries and Ruling requests 5. Train, mentor,anddevelopprofessionals through formal mentorship roles and informal interactions 6. Foster collaborative relationships with colleagues byidentifyingopportunities to collaborate and integratewith other lines of business, promoting an integrated approachto client service 7. Coordinate with multiple teams to successfully deliver on advisory engagements, primarilyAMP in addition toFederal Credit & Incentives (FCI), Tangible Property Services (TPS), and Energy & Excise (E&E) analyses, as appropriate 8. Contribute asindustryexpert by keeping abreast of changes in industry regulation,maintaincompetency through continuing education and obtainingadditionalprofessional certifications Minimum Qualifications 1. Bachelor's degree in businessrelated fields such as Accounting, Economics, or Finance or a Bachelor of Science that includes computer science, engineering, biology, chemistry, or physics from an accredited university 2. Completion of all educational requirements for CPA licensure eligibility in the state of residence or completion of all requirements to sit for the Bar exam by the start date 3. Minimum of four years of tax experience 4. Strong computer skills, includingproficiencyin Microsoft Excel 5. Proven capacity to meet client service, quality, and performance expectations within applicable deadlines andin accordance withfirm and client standards 6. Strong communicationskills, including clear, professional, and effective interaction with firm personnel and clients in person, by telephone, and through electronic or written means 7. Effective project management skills, including managing multiple priorities, tasks, and projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines andmaintainingaccuracy and quality of work in a fastpaced, client service environment 8. Experience working effectively in a professional office environmentand,as required b the role, at client sites, including sitting for extended periods of time and working at a computer and other standard office equipment 9. Capacity tomaintaina consistent onsite presence during core business hours, including regular reporting to a firm office location and travel to client sites asrequired, with access to reliable transportation 10. Ability to work extended and/or nonstandard hours during peak periods or as necessary to meet client, project, or firm business needs Preferred Qualifications 1. Active accreditation obtained, in process, or willingness to obtain one of the following: CPA in state of residence, EA, or licensed attorney At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people.Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits. We believe flexibility and in-person connection both play an important role in how we work and grow. Most roles at RSM follow a hybrid workstyle, which means team members are aligned to an RSM office and come together in person when it best supports clients, teams, development or relationship-building. Some roles may be virtual or primarily on-site based on role requirements, team priorities and client needs. 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 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. 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