Tax Senior Manager - Accounting Methods and Periods - Washington National Tax

RSM US LLP • Phoenix, AZ

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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. RSM’s Washington National Tax team is an experience-based group of distinguished tax professionals who track tax developments directly from the source and immediately translate the information into how these changes impact our clients. With resources across the country and a physical presence in Washington, D.C., our team stays up to date on the latest developments in tax policy and tax developments. Team members share their analysis of potential implications of new tax laws, Treasury regulations and IRS pronouncements through a regular cadence of articles, webcasts and newsletters and working closely with our engagement teams and clients. As a member of our Washington National Tax group, working specifically with the Accounting Methods & Periods (AMP) team, you will be responsible for the following job duties which are focused around two core concepts: your subject matter expertise and delivering excellent client service: Specific responsibilities will include:

Requirements

• J.D./Tax LL.M. or CPA
• 7+ years of experience in tax accounting methods & periods
• Expertise in research tools such as Lexis, Checkpoint, Bloomberg

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in Big4 national office; Department of Treasury; IRS Chief Counsel or Practice Unit in related subject matter field

Responsibilities

• Sign off on general technical positions and quality review of Forms 3115, 1128, 970
• Consult on and sign off on technical issues specific to revenue and expense recognition, inventory, capitalization, and cost recovery
• Lead development and oversee research on opinions, technical memos, or similar types of guidance
• Review guidance issued by the Internal Revenue Service/Department of the Treasury and new legislation relevant to tax accounting, assign guidance for write-up, and assist in determining potential market opportunities related to new guidance / legislation
• Lead development of internal service offerings and related go-to-market and execution materials
• Partner with other accounting methods and periods specialists to highlight growth opportunities to clients / prospective clients
• Develop and contribute thought leadership to external publications such as Tax Notes or Bloomberg
• Be an active member in accounting methods related groups, such as the AICPA and American Bar Association
• Ultimately lead / develop a specific subject matter expertise area in accounting methods and periods (e.g., identification of a method, methods pertaining to financial instruments, international tax planning and accounting methods, inventory, private equity, real estate / contracting, etc.)

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager