at RSM US LLP in Rockford, Illinois, United States
Job Description
BUSINESS TAX ASSOCIATE
At RSM, associates work with large and small companies in various industries. They develop strong working relationships with clients built on understanding their businesses and challenges. Associates work on multiple team engagements each year, including several pieces of any particular assignment - not just one part. Working in a mutually respectful team environment helps our associates perform at their best and integrate their career with their personal life.
Examples of the candidate responsibilities include:
Working on a team that focuses on a wide range of tax specialty areas. This can include accounting for income taxes, accounting methods and periods, corporate taxation, federal credits and incentives, individual taxation, mergers and acquisitions, pass-through entity taxation, private client services, and not for profit organizations.
Completing tax planning and research
Preparing federal and state & local tax returns
Understanding tax regulations and accounting pronouncements
Basic Qualifications:
Minimum B.A. or B.S. degree or equivalent from an accredited university
Accounting major
Travel to assigned client locations is required. Must have access to and ability to arrange for use of reliable modes of transportation to those locations
Minimum 3.0 GPA preferred
Meeting education requirement for CPA certification in the state where you are applying for employment
Preferred Qualifications:
Working toward the successful completion of the CPA exam-tax associates have the opportunity to obtain the audit hours required for full certification
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Ability to work effectively on a team
Ability to work and multitask in a fast-paced environment
Currently, RSM does not intend to hire candidates for entry level positions who will need, now or in the future, RSM sponsorship through any non-immigrant visa category such as the H-1B, H-1B1, E-3, O-1, or TN.
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 800-274-3978 or send us an email at careers@rsmus.com.
The firm offers a competitive benefits package, base compensation, and an employee bonus program for eligible roles based on individual and firm performance per program guidelines. Base compensation ranges can be found between the ranges noted below in the posting, and an actual offer can vary based upon on role, hiring location, and qualifications. For additional information on RSM's total rewards, visit our website at .
If required by applicable law or client policy, you may be required to be vaccinated for COVID-19 or have an approved accommodation.
You
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.
