Full-time Senior Tax Preparer

Understanding the impact of existing tax laws is hard enough, and new legislation, judicial decisions and administrative authority compound the challenges. Professionals in RSM's Washington National Tax (WNT) office advise clients and RSM client engagement teams with respect to complex issues across a wide range of tax specialty practice areas.Tax Controversy/IRS practice and procedure professionals advise RSM clients and internal engagement teams on IRS procedural and controversy issues and represent clients before the IRS. Representation includes but is not limited to, IRS account issues including various tax accounts analysis, penalty and interest abatements, missed election private letter ruling requests, IRS examinations, IRS Appeals and alternative dispute resolution techniques.WNT is seeking a professional to join its dynamic, collaborative and well-established national Tax Controversy/ Practice and Procedure team. In this role, you will consult with clients and RSM professionals across the firm with respect to a wide range of tax controversy, tax practice and procedure issues. Responsibilities: Assist senior professionals with IRS examinations, IRS appeals mattersResearch technical issues specific to IRS practice and procedural issues including tax, penalty and interest assessments, statutes of limitation for refunds and assessments, missed elections, and IRS examination and IRS appeals matters Prepare written communications to the IRS regarding penalty abatement requestsWorking on the IRS account issues, corrections and reconciliationsAssist senior professionals with preparation of Private Letter Ruling RequestsParticipate in firm trainingsMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field from an accredited university Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong research and writing skills 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 or 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 Preferred Qualifications:Licensed CPA or Enrolled Agent At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); HIV Status; physical or mental disability; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at View phone number on click.appcast.io or send us an email at View email address on click.appcast.io does not intend to hire entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now OR in the future (i.e. F-1 visa holders). S. college / university graduate possessing 1-2 years of progressive and relevant work experience in a same or similar role to the one for which you are applying, excluding internships, you may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate.At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. Compensation Range: $86,500 - $164,500Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.Salt Lake CityType: Full time