Tax Associate 2 - Accounting Methods and Periods

As a Senior Associate at RSM US LLP, you will be a part of the AMP team in India offices, specifically working with Tax Accounting Methods & Periods (AMP). Your primary responsibilities will include: - Delivery of AMP projects supervised by regional and WNT AMP specialists, covering areas such as revenue recognition, expense recognition, inventory/UNICAP, and cost recovery tax accounting method changes. - Developing an understanding of the client's business to become a "functional expert" in research and writing tax advice, opinions, and position memorandums. - Assisting in drafting technical memoranda, legal basis disclosures, responses to IRS inquiries, and IRS Ruling requests. - Managing and implementing multiple projects concurrently, involving technical discussions with clients, computations, analysis, data gathering, and resource coordination. - Providing high-quality client service that meets or exceeds client expectations. - Ensuring professional development through continuous education and obtaining relevant certifications. - Contributing to the success of multiple CIM engagements, primarily focused on AMP along with R&D tax credit studies and Tangible Property Services (TPS) when necessary. - Performing tax planning and research, resolving complex tax issues, and communicating recommendations to clients. - Building and maintaining client relationships. - Developing, motivating, and training staff. - Staying updated on tax practices and changes in tax law. - Performing any other duties as necessary. Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 1 year plus of experience in public accounting, or a combination of public accounting and industry. - Bachelor's Degree (Accounting) or equivalent from an accredited university. - Intermediate skills in MS Excel and Access. - Ability to collaborate closely with the Onshore team to address queries or collect required information for tax service needs. - Advance Excel skills are mandatory. - Experience in tax research and working for large national accounting firms in a specialized practice area. - Ability to work and multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Working towards the successful completion of the CPA / EA exam - associates have an opportunity to obtain the audit hours required for full certification. - Masters in Accounting or other business-related field; MBA, JD/LLM. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. If you require accommodation for disabilities during the recruitment process or employment, RSM is committed to providing equal opportunities and reasonable accommodation. For assistance, please email careers@rsmus.com.,