Accounting Methods & Periods Manager

As a member of our CIM group, working specifically with tax Accounting Methods & Periods (AMP) team, you will be responsible for the following job duties which are focused around two core concepts: your technical and quality expertise and delivering excellent client service:Identification, management, and technical review of AMP projects supported by regional and Washington National Tax office (WNT) AMP specialists, including overall changes, revenue recognition, expense recognition, inventory/UNICAP, Section 174 R&E expenditures, tax impact of ASC 842, qualified small business taxpayers, and cost recovery tax accounting method changes Coordinate projects and managing teams of 2-4 professionals Research and write tax advice, opinion, and position memorandumsDraft and review technical memoranda, legal basis disclosures, responses to IRS inquiries, and IRS Ruling requestsManagement of project delivery, IRS correspondence, or exam defenseIdentification and pursuit of AMP services for existing and prospective clientsBuild rapport with RSM Managers, Sr. Managers and PartnersService offering development in conjunction with WNTCross-line-of-business relationship building, collaboration, and identification of service areasContribute as industry expert by keeping abreast of changes in industry regulation, maintain competency through continuing education and obtaining additional professional certifications Training, mentoring, developing, and growing all RSM professionals from intern through partnerBasic Qualifications:Minimum B.A. or B.S. degree or equivalent from an accredited universityCPA or JD required5 or more years of experience in public accounting, with a proven track record of practice building and project management with a strong understanding and the experience or ability to effectively identify, sell and deliver tax services to middle-market business clientsStrong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate complex information Ability to travel to client sites, which may include overnight accommodations – up to 20% of time (when COVID-19 travel restrictions are no longer in place)Ability to work effectively on a teamAbility to work and multitask in a fast-paced environmentPreferred Qualifications:Masters in Accounting or other business related field; MBA, MST, JD/LLM3-4 years of experience working with tax accounting methods and inventoryExperience working for national accounting firm in a specialized practice areaYou want your next step to be the right one. You've worked hard to get where you are today. And now you're ready to use your unique skills, talents and personality to achieve great things. RSM is a place where you are valued as an individual, mentored as a future leader, and recognized for your accomplishments and potential. Working directly with clients, key decision makers and business owners across various industries and geographies, you'll move quickly along the learning curve and our clients will benefit from your fresh perspective. Experience RSM US. Experience the power of being understood. RSM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans. Job ID: req19306_Iowa CityEmployment Type: FullTimeJob Area: TaxFunction: Tax AccountantIndustry: Accounting General