Accounting Methods and Periods Tax Associate - Fall 2027

Tax Associate – Credits, Incentives & Methods (CIM) – Accounting Methods & Periods (AMP)

At RSM, associates work with large and small companies in various industries. They develop strong working relationships with clients built on understanding their businesses and challenges. Associates work on multiple team engagements each year, including several pieces of any particular assignment - not just one part. Working in a mutually respectful team environment helps our associates perform at their best and integrate their career with their personal life.

Responsibilities

• Aid in tax planning and research related to various items that affect the timing of income or deductions
• Develop an understanding of client's business and industry to help identify tax planning ideas
• Absorb and implement multiple projects simultaneously, which include client interviews, data gathering, analysis, computations, and preparation of tax filings
• Document facts and positions and draft other technical memoranda
• Communicate effectively and respond timely to internal and external requests to help drive the success of AMP engagements

Qualifications

• Minimum B.A. or B.S. degree or equivalent from an accredited university
• Travel to assigned client locations is required. Must have access to and ability to arrange for use of reliable modes of transportation to those locations
• Minimum 3.0 GPA preferred
• Working towards the successful completion of the CPA exam
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Ability to work effectively on a team
• Ability to work and multitask in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

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.