Tax Manager - Mergers and Acquisitions - Deal Advisory

RSM US LLP•Boston, MA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

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. Our national Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Tax group is an advisory practice with significant advancement opportunities. We advise private equity firms, family offices, privately held companies and multinational corporations on the tax aspects of planning, structuring and executing M&A transactions. RSM US LLP is looking for a dynamic M&A Federal Tax Manager to join our national Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Tax group. This is a rapidly growing consulting practice with significant advancement opportunities. We advise multinational corporations, privately held companies, partnerships, and private equity firms on the tax aspects of planning, structuring, and executing M&A transactions. Within RSM’s Tax M&A practice, you will be responsible for the following job duties, which are focus around three core concepts: Technical & Quality Expertise, People & Talent Management, and Client Service/Business Development.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field from an accredited university
One of the following is required: an active CPA license in the state of residence or primary office; an active Enrolled Agent (EA) license; or an active Attorney license
Minimum of six years of tax experience in public accounting, with the ability to effectively identify, sell, and deliver tax services to middle‑market clients
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Ability to meet client service, quality, and performance expectations within applicable deadlines and in accordance with firm and client standards
Ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and effectively with firm personnel and clients in person, by telephone, and through electronic and written means
Effective project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, tasks, and projects simultaneously; meet deadlines; and maintain accuracy and quality of work in a fast‑paced, client service environment
Ability to work effectively in a professional office environment and, as required by the role, at client sites, including the ability to sit for extended periods of time and work at a computer and other standard office equipment
Ability to maintain a consistent onsite presence during core business hours, including regularly reporting to a firm office location and traveling to client sites as required, with access to reliable transportation
Ability to work extended and/or non‑standard hours during peak periods or as necessary to meet client, project, or firm business needs

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of a broad range of corporate tax matters across various industries
Master’s degree in Taxation

Responsibilities

Perform as a part of a multi-disciplinary team that focuses on delivering due diligence and tax structuring services, and communicates findings and opportunities to clients
Work with and assist other senior members of the M&A Tax practice with various technical tax issues dealing with consolidated returns, S Corporations, partnerships, and limited liability companies
Assist clients with reorganizations, bankruptcy emergence planning, out of court workouts, debt restructurings, tax basis, Earning and Profits, and Section 382 studies
Managing multiple engagements simultaneously and working with all M&A colleagues across the enterprise
Develop, motivate, and train staff and senior level team members