Tax Manager - Accounting Methods and Periods

Full-time

No

The Tax Manager - Accounting Methods and Periods at RSM will be responsible for providing tax consulting and advisory services related to revenue recognition, expense recognition, inventory accounting, and other tax planning and optimization strategies. This role will involve project management, technical review, and client service delivery, as well as mentoring and developing team members. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in public accounting and hold a CPA or JD. They should also have strong communication skills and be willing to travel up to 25% of the time. RSM offers a competitive benefits and compensation package and is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. The compensation range for this position is $95,400 - $207,000.



H1: Experienced Tax Manager - Accounting Methods and Periods at Leading Professional Services Firm RSM
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- Title: Tax Manager - Accounting Methods and Periods
- Company: RSM
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Location: [Not specified]
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years in public accounting
- Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited university
- Certification: CPA or JD required
- Salary Range: $95,400 - $207,000

Job Summary:
RSM, a leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join their Credits, Incentives, and Methods (CIM) group. The Tax Manager will be responsible for providing tax consulting and advisory services related to accounting methods and periods, specifically around revenue recognition, expense recognition, inventory accounting, and other tax planning and optimization strategies. This role requires strong project management skills, technical expertise, and the ability to deliver excellent client service. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in public accounting and hold a CPA or JD certification.

Key Responsibilities:
- Project management and technical review of accounting method projects, including changes in revenue recognition, expense recognition, inventory/UNICAP/LIFO, capitalization/cost recovery, and more
- Manage delivery of projects, including calculation of 481(a) adjustments, impact on tax provisions/reserves, and IRS exam support
- Understand financial accounting standards and current pronouncements
- Research and write tax advice, opinion, and position memorandums
- Identify and pursue AMP services for existing and prospective clients
- Build relationships with RSM Managers, Sr. Managers, and Partners
- Pursue AMP services as a member of RSM's Growth Acceleration Teams
- Train, mentor, develop, and grow team members

Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited university
- CPA or JD certification
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in public accounting, with a track record of project management and mentorship
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to travel up to 25% of the time

Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Accounting, Tax, or related field; MBA, JD/LLM
- 3+ years of experience working with tax accounting methods and inventory
- Experience working for a national accounting firm in a specialized practice area

About RSM:
At RSM, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change by empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. We have an inclusive culture and talent experience, with exceptional people who are the key to our success. We offer a competitive benefits and compensation package, including at least 14 paid holidays, wellbeing days, and flexible scheduling to balance life's demands. We are committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities.

Application Process:
To apply for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter to [Not specified]. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available upon request. RSM is an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

RSM does not intend to hire entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now or in the future. However, those with 1-2 years of relevant work experience may be eligible for sponsorship as an experienced candidate.

as a member of our credits, incentives, & methods (cim) group, working specifically with tax accounting methods & periods (amp) team, you will be responsible for the following advisory duties which are focused around two core concepts: your technical and quality expertise and delivering excellent client service:

identification, project management, and initial technical review of amp projects, supported by washington national tax office (wnt) amp specialists, including overall changes, revenue recognition, expense recognition, inventory/unicap/lifo, capitalization/cost recovery, section 174 r&e expenditures, leasing engagements, strategic method review projects, and impacts of transactions/mergers on methods

manage delivery of amp projects (typically automatic or advanced consent changes), including calculation of 481(a) adjustments, impact on tax provisions/reserves, and irs exam support, while managing teams of 2-4 professionals

understand financial accounting (gaap; ifrs) and current financial accounting pronouncements

research and write tax advice, opinion, and position memorandums

draft and review technical memoranda, legal basis disclosures, responses to irs inquiries, and irs ruling requests

issue spot and pursue amp services for existing and prospective clients

build rapport with rsm managers, sr. learn more about our total rewards at . if you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please or send us an email at

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