Tax Manager - Accounting Methods and Periods

Tax Consulting And Advisory ServicesWe 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.As a member of our Credits, Incentives and Methods (CIM) group, you will be responsible for providing tax consulting and advisory services around the timing of recognizing revenue, expense, capitalization, cost recovery and inventory accounting – whether based on regulatory change, tax planning/optimization, liquidity or preparation for a transaction. These services include accounting method reviews, the filing of accounting method or period changes, participating in M&A structuring and diligence, writing of technical advice memorandums, researching technical filing positions and broadly interacting with both internal tax professionals and external client stakeholders.ResponsibilitiesIdentification, 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 reviews, and impacts of transactions/mergers on methodsManage 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 professionalsFocus on client service expertise and the client experience by proactively and timely communicating with clientsUnderstand financial accounting (GAAP; IFRS) and current financial accounting pronouncementsReview technical memoranda, legal basis disclosures, tax opinions, positions, and responses to IRS inquiries and Ruling requestsTrain, mentor, and develop professionals through formal mentorship roles and informal interactionsFoster collaborative relationships with colleagues by identifying opportunities to collaborate and integrate with other lines of business, promoting an integrated approach to client serviceCoordinate with multiple teams to successfully deliver on advisory engagements, primarily AMP in addition to Federal Credit & Incentives (FCI), Tangible Property Services (TPS), and Energy & Excise (E&E) analyses, as appropriateContribute as industry expert by keeping abreast of changes in industry regulation, maintain competency through continuing education and obtaining additional professional certificationsMinimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field from an accredited universityOne of the following is required: active CPA license in the state of residence or primary office; active Enrolled Agent (EA) license; active attorney license; or a pre-approved alternative certification that meets RSM requirementsMinimum of six years of experience in public accounting, with a proven track record of practice building and project management, and demonstrated experience effectively identifying, selling, and delivering tax services to middle-market business clientsProven track record of successful tax planning, including accelerated depreciation deductions through cost segregation, fixed assets, and repairs and maintenance analysesStrong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft ExcelProven capacity to meet client service, quality, and performance expectations within applicable deadlines and in accordance with firm and client standardsStrong communication skills, including clear, professional, and effective interaction with firm personnel and clients in person, by telephone, and through electronic or written meansEffective project management skills, including managing multiple priorities, tasks, and projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy and quality of work in a fast-paced, client service environmentExperience working effectively in a professional office environment and, as required by the role, at client sites, including sitting for extended periods of time and working at a computer and other standard office equipmentCapacity to maintain a consistent onsite presence during core business hours, including regular reporting to a firm office location and travel to client sites as required, with access to reliable transportationAbility to work extended and/or non-standard hours during peak periods or as necessary to meet client, project, or firm business needsPreferred Qualifications5+ years of experience working with tax accounting methods and inventory, or related tax-advisory field (ex: mergers & acquisitions, ASC 740)Master's in accounting or another business-related field; MBA, MST, JD/LLM