Tax Senior Associate - Real Estate

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About the role

We are seeking a Tax Senior Associate for our Real Estate group. We serve a broad array of real estate owners, developers, and investors including public and private companies, homebuilders, real estate opportunity funds, hotel companies, private equity firms, REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts), and brokerage companies. Our people work on key client issues in domestic federal taxation using AI and cutting-edge technology, with a focus on implementing tax strategies that align with the client's business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Preparing complex tax returns
• Detailed review and analysis of tax returns
• Interact directly with clients handling questions, planning, concerns, etc.
• Performing, documenting, and summarizing research and conclusions regarding specific tax issues
• Develop, motivate, and train staff level and intern team members
• Remain up-to-date on current tax practices and changes in tax law
• Some travel may be required

Requirements

• BA/BS Degree – preferably in Accounting or related field of study
• Must be eligible to sit for the CPA exam – or a licensed JD
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a public accounting environment
• Ability to work closely with clients to answer questions or to collect necessary information for tax service requirements
• Experience preparing and reviewing returns
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

Qualifications

• Masters of Accounting
• CPA, JD, LLM, or EA
• Experience with a national or large regional accounting firm
• Working knowledge of tax code and technical aspects of tax preparation and compliance
• Strong technical skills in accounting and tax preparation, review experience a plus
• Experience in dealing with international tax matters a plus

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.

Pay

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.

Schedule

Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.