
Tax Manager - Real Estate
Role description
From the employerWe 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, 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.
Our Real Estate practice serves a range of clients including Real Estate
Investment Trusts, Real Estate Private Equity Funds, real estate developers and
family offices invested in real estate. You will also work with a wide variety
of clients across multiple property types who have invested in real estate for
decades as well as entrepreneurs who are just buying their first building.
We are seeking a Tax Manager for our Real Estate group. We serve a broad array
of real estate owners, developers, and investors including public and private
companies, homebuilders, real estate opportunity funds, hotel companies, private
equity firms, REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts), and brokerage companies.
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.
As a Tax 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):
- Serve as a advisor, mentor or coach to one or more employees, which will
include providing honest and timely performance feedback – approximately 10-
20% of your time
- Train and develop staff members – approximately 10-20% of your time
- Provide detailed review and analysis of complex tax returns – approximately
up to 35% of your time
- 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
- Serve as the Tax client service coordinator for appropriate clients
- Advise clients on a full spectrum of corporate tax services, including
planning, research, compliance, and general mergers and acquisitions
activities
- Reviewing research findings and ensure conclusions are consistent with firm
policies and professional standards
- Assist with new business development, extended service and tax issue
recognition for existing clients
- Manage corporate client needs with respect to tax services and federal and
state tax compliance
- Remain up-to-date on current tax practices and changes in tax law
- Other duties as assigned
- Some travel may be required
**All percentages may vary based on location, line of business, and client
need**
Basic Qualifications
- BA/BS Degree – preferably in Accounting or related field of study
- CPA, JD, LLM, or EA
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in Public Accounting
- Ability to work closely with clients to answer questions or to collect
necessary information for tax service requirements
- Experience with one or more of the following: S-Corps, C-Corps, or
Partnerships
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Working knowledge of tax code and technical aspects of tax preparation and
compliance
- Strong technical skills in accounting and tax preparation, industry
specialization a plus
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Experience preparing or reviewing accounting for income taxes in accordance
with ASC 740’s
- Experience in dealing with international tax matters a plus
At 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 https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits
[https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits].
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; 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 careers@rsmus.com
[careers@rsmus.com].
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. For those living in California or applying to a position in California,
please click here
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for additional information.
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: $95,400 - $180,400
Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus
based on firm and individual performance.