Domestic Tax Matters Specialist

RSM US LLP•Cedar Rapids, IA

1d•$57,200 - $94,600

About The Position

The Domestic Tax Matters Specialist uses various systems and specialized expertise to prepare and file multi-jurisdiction U.S. tax returns and help ensure the Firm’s business licensure compliance across the U.S. The role also supports the integrity of underlying financial statements through month-end journal entries, reconciliations, and review of financial records. The position prepares and analyzes sales and use tax, income tax, business license/net profit, and personal property tax returns, as well as business license applications and renewals. It collaborates with internal and external departments on sales tax compliance and requests tax clearance certificates from federal, state, and local agencies. Additional assigned projects may involve these tax areas and business licenses. Transactional and analytical work includes preparing and reviewing journal entries, reviewing general ledger activity, preparing account reconciliations and work papers, and analyzing and reconciling differences between accounting systems to support accurate tax return filing and payment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
Effective organization and time-management skills.
High level of confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Accounting, Finance, or Business major.
1–2 years of relevant experience.
Previous sales and use tax experience.
Basic understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and ability to use that knowledge to guide decision-making.

Responsibilities

Prepare and analyze sales and use tax, income tax, business license/net profit, and personal property tax returns.
Apply for new business licenses and renew licenses in U.S. jurisdictions where the Firm is required to hold licensure.
Collaborate with internal and external departments to ensure sales tax compliance.
Request tax clearance certificates from federal, state, and local tax agencies to support the Firm’s compliance.
Complete assigned projects involving sales and use tax, income tax, personal property tax, and business licenses.
Prepare and review journal entries to maintain accurate financial records and support compliance with laws and standards.
Review general ledger activity and prepare account reconciliations and work papers for sales and use tax, personal property tax, and income tax areas.
Analyze and reconcile differences between accounting systems to support accurate tax return filing and payment.