Senior Manager - SALT Indirect Tax

Company: RSM US LLP
Location: Seattle
Posted on: October 19, 2024

Job Description:

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, inclusive culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You'll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There's no one like you and that's why there's nowhere like RSM.The State and Local Indirect Tax team provides valuable advice to our clients on solving their most pressing sales tax issues. Our indirect tax consultants work across a wide variety of industries and tax jurisdictions to assist our clients in identifying solutions and making informed decisions through researching tax laws, representing clients in tax controversy situations and recommending strategies to minimize their sales tax liabilities. -RSM US LLP is looking for a Tax Senior Manager for Indirect Tax, including Washington Excise Taxes (B&O, sales and use and REET) as well as general gross receipts and sales and use tax consulting within our expanding State & Local Tax (SALT) practice. - This role provides an opportunity to join a high-performing tax practice. - As a Tax Senior Manager for RSM, you will be responsible for the following job duties, which are focused around three core concepts: Technical & Quality Expertise, People & Talent Management, and Client Service/Business Development.Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the business relationship of complex engagements with a focus on high-value quality tax advice and seek to expand services to clients
• Drive growth and profitability of industry/specialty area by generating new revenue on existing client portfolio, cross selling and new clients for the tax practice
• Advise clients on Washington B&O tax matters, Washington Real Estate Excise Tax (REET), Washington sales and use tax consulting, audit defense, M&A due diligence and other state sales and use tax as well as gross receipts tax consulting in conjunction with the overall tax team
• Serve as a career advisor, mentor or coach to one or more employees, which will include providing honest and timely performance feedback
• Train and develop staff members
• 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, consulting, etc.
• Serving as Tax client service coordinator while developing and executing the firm's client service plan
• Reviewing research findings and ensure conclusions are consistent with firm policies and professional standards
• Build relationships across lines of business to ensure excellent client service through an integrated service approach
• Remain up-to-date on current tax practices and changes in tax law
• Other duties as assigned
• Some travel may be required (varies based on location, line of business and client need)Basic Qualifications:8+ years of experience providing Washington Excise Tax, gross receipts tax as well as sales and use tax consulting services in a Public Accounting, Consulting or Law Firm
  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
  • CPA, JD, LLM or EA
  • Must be able to support financial growth efforts and manage a book of business
  • Strong analytical, problem solving, detail oriented and excellent interpersonal skills
  • Proven track record simultaneously managing multiple projects and engagement teams for various clients
  • Project management and critical thinking skillsAt RSM, 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 .As an Affirmative Action and 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 (including gender identity and/or gender expression); 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.---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 .RSM does not intend to hire entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now OR in the future (i.e. F-1 visa holders). If you are a recent U.S. college / university graduate possessing 1-2 years of progressive and relevant work experience in a same or similar role to the one for which you are applying, excluding internships, you may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate.RSM will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the requirements of applicable law, including but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional information regarding RSM's background check process, including information about job duties that necessitate the use of one or more types of background checks, .At RSM, an employee's pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.Compensation Range: $137,700 - $276,700Individuals -selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.

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