Tax Senior Manager - Accounting Methods and Periods

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. Responsibilities Identification, oversight, and technical review/sign-off 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 methods. Oversee delivery of AMP projects (typically automatic or advanced consent changes), including 481(a) adjustments, impact on tax provisions/reserves, and IRS exam support, while managing teams of 2-5 professionals, extending service beyond core delivery needs. Focus on client service expertise and the client experience by proactively and timely communicating with clients. Understand financial accounting (GAAP; IFRS) and current financial accounting pronouncements. Review technical memoranda, legal basis disclosures, tax opinions, positions, and responses to IRS inquiries and Ruling requests. Train, mentor, and develop professionals through formal mentorship roles and informal interactions. Foster collaborative relationships with colleagues by identifying and leading opportunities to collaborate and integrate with other lines of business, promoting an integrated approach to client service. Lead the successful implementation of advisory engagements, primarily related to AMP in addition to Federal Credit & Incentives (FCI), Tangible Property Services (TPS), and Energy & Excise (E&E) analyses, as appropriate. Initiate and develop service offering ideas in conjunction with WNT; lead related go‑to‑market and growth activities. Participate in and drive the execution of team and firm strategy. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accountingor a related field from an accredited university. One of the following isrequired: active CPA license in the state of residence or primary office; active Enrolled Agent (EA) license; active attorney license; or a preapproved alternative certification that meets RSM requirements. Minimum ofsevenyears of experience in public accounting, with a proventrack recordof practice building and project management, anddemonstratedexperience effectivelyidentifying, selling, and delivering tax services to middlemarket business clients. Proventrack recordof successful tax planning, including accelerated depreciation deductions through cost segregation, fixed assets, and repairs and maintenance analyses. Strong computer skills, includingproficiencyin Microsoft Excel. Proven capacity to meet client service, quality, and performance expectations within applicable deadlines andin accordance withfirm and client standards. Strong communicationskills, including clear, professional, and effective interaction with firm personnel and clients in person, by telephone, and through electronic or written means. Effective project management skills, including managing multiple priorities, tasks, and projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines andmaintainingaccuracy and quality of work in a fastpaced, client service environment. Experience working effectively in a professional office environmentand,as required by the role, at client sites, including sitting for extended periods of time and working at a computer and other standard office equipment. Capacity tomaintaina consistent onsite presence during core business hours, including regular reporting to a firm office location and travel to client sites asrequired, with access to reliable transportation. Abilityto work extended and/or nonstandard hours during peak periods or as necessary to meet client, project, or firm business needs. Preferred Qualifications 7+years of experience working with tax accounting methods and inventory, or related tax‑advisory field (ex: mergers & acquisitions, ASC 740). Master'sin accounting or another business‑related field; MBA, MST, JD/LLM. Benefits 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. Compensation Compensation Range: $141,900 - $284,900 Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance. Equal Opportunity Employer All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; 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. 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