Tax Senior Associate 1 - CIM FCI

Job Description

RSM US LLP is looking for a Senior Associate to join our federal CIM practice. As a member of our CIM group, working specifically with Research & Development Credits, you will be responsible for the following job duties which are focused around two core concepts: your technical and quality expertise and delivering excellent client service: Responsibilities : Perform tax planning and research, resolving complex tax issues, and giving recommendations to clients, as it relates specifically to the R&D credit Generate and sustain client relationships Assist in managing and implementing multiple projects simultaneously, which include client interviews, computations, analysis, data gathering, and coordination of resources Assist with drafting opinion letters, responses to IRS inquiries, IRS Ruling requests, and writing other technical memoranda Develop an understanding of client's business and become a "functional expert" in the area Help drive the success of multiple R&D engagements Contribute as industry expert by keeping abreast of changes in industry regulation, maintain competency through continuing education and obtaining additional professional certifications Develop, motivate, and train staff Stay current on tax practices and changes in tax law Perform other duties as required Basic Qualifications : Minimum of 3 years of experience in public accounting, or a combination of public accounting and industry Bachelors Degree in Accounting or masters degree in accounting Ability to work closely with the Onshore team to answer questions or to collect necessary information for tax service requirements English Proficiency - verbal and written communication skills Advance Excel skills are mandatory. Intermediate skills in MS Access Experience in tax research Preferred Qualifications : MBA, M. Com. 2 years of experience working with research and development Knowledge of Sec 41 and Sec 174 Experience working for large national accounting firm in a specialized practice area Experience in interacting with clients directly is an added advantage