Tax Manager - Exempt Organizations

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Our Tax Exempt practice provides clients with tax guidance and planning related to protecting tax-exempt status, preparing and/or reviewing tax returns for exempt organizations and their taxable affiliates (990s/1120s/1065s) and related filings, including international filings as needed, IRS audit defense strategies, and other relevant tax matters. Our people work on key client issues in domestic federal taxation, with a focus on implementing tax strategies that align with the client's business objectives.Responsibilities:

• Provide detail review and analysis of tax returns – approximately 30- 50% of your time
• Work as part of a dedicated team of experienced exempt organization tax professionals
• Work on multiple complex issues while communicating in a non-technical manner to facilitate communication between the client and the service team while managing the risk for both the client and the firm
• Interact directly with clients handling questions, planning, concerns, etc.
• Develop, motivate, and train staff level team members – approximately 10% of your time
• Performing, documenting, summarizing, and reviewing research conclusions regarding specific tax issues – approximately 10% of your time
• Remain up-to-date on current tax practices and changes in tax law
• Other duties as assigned
• Some travel may be required

Basic Qualifications:

• BA/BS Degree – preferably in Accounting or related field of study
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a public accounting environment
• Ability to work closely with clients to answer questions or to collect necessary information for tax service requirements
• Comprehensive understanding of tax law/rules and implications
• Experience preparing and reviewing returns
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

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Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters of Accounting
• CPA, JD, LLM, or EA
• Experience with a national or large regional accounting firm
• Working knowledge of tax code and technical aspects of tax preparation and compliance
• Strong technical skills in accounting and tax preparation, industry specialization is a plus
• Experience in dealing with international tax matters a plus

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package …