Job Description

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, inclusive 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 :

• Provide detailed second level review and analysis of complex tax returns for: Real estate fund, holding entity and property partnership returns (Form 1065); REIT (Form 1120-REIT); and corporate blockers (Form 1120)
• Detail reviewing and analysis state and local tax returns, composite and withholding filings for client in the real estate industry
• Detail reviewing and analysis of quarterly and annual REIT Testing compliance
• Manage client, internal and statutory deadlines
• Serve as a Career Advisor by providing mentorship or coaching to one or more employees, which will include providing honest and timely performance feedback
• Train and develop staff members
• 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
• Serve as the Tax client service coordinator for appropriate clients
• Advise clients on a full spectrum of corporate/partnership tax services, including planning, research, compliance, and general mergers and acquisitions activities
• 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
• Attracting, developing, and retaining staff
• Manage corporate client needs with respect to tax services and federal and state tax compliance
• 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)

Basic Qualifications :

• 9+ years of experience in business taxation working for a Big 4 or a large national, regional or local accounting firm in the real estate industry
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• CPA, or EA
• Prior tax compliance & consulting experience serving real estate clients
• Ability to work closely with clients and onshore teams to answer questions or to collect necessary information for tax service requirements
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications :

• 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
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Experience preparing or reviewing accounting for income taxes in accordance with ASC 740's

You want your next step to be the right one. You've worked hard to get where you are today. And now you're ready to use your unique skills, talents and personality to achieve great things. RSM is a place where you are valued as an individual, mentored as a future leader, and recognized for your accomplishments and potential. Working directly with clients, key decision makers and business owners across various industries and geographies, you'll move quickly along the learning curve and our clients will benefit from your fresh perspective.




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