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Tax Manager - Mergers and Acquisitions - Deal Advisory

RSM US LLPChicago, Illinois, United States …FULL-TIME
$134k – $268kPosted 30+ days ago
International TaxM&A AdvisoryIndirect / VAT
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Role description

From the employer

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, 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 national Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Tax group is an advisory practice

with significant advancement opportunities. We advise private equity firms,

family offices, privately held companies and multinational corporations on the

tax aspects of planning, structuring and executing M&A transactions.

RSM US LLP is looking for a dynamic M&A Federal Tax Manager to join our national

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Tax group.  This is a rapidly growing consulting

practice with significant advancement opportunities. We advise multinational

corporations, privately held companies, partnerships, and private equity firms

on the tax aspects of planning, structuring, and executing M&A transactions.

Within RSM’s Tax M&A practice, you will be responsible for the following job

duties, which are focus around three core concepts: Technical & Quality

Expertise, People & Talent Management, and Client Service/Business

Development.

Responsibilities

  • Perform as a part of a multi-disciplinary team that focuses on delivering due

diligence and tax structuring services, and communicates findings and

opportunities to clients

  • Work with and assist other senior members of the M&A Tax practice with

various technical tax issues dealing with consolidated returns, S

Corporations, partnerships, and limited liability companies

  • Assist clients with reorganizations, bankruptcy emergence planning, out of

court workouts, debt restructurings, tax basis, Earning and Profits, and

Section 382 studies

  • Managing multiple engagements simultaneously and working with all M&A

colleagues across the enterprise

  • Develop, motivate, and train staff and senior level team members

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field from an accredited

university

  • One of the following is required: an active CPA license in the state of

residence or primary office; an active Enrolled Agent (EA) license; or an

active Attorney license

  • Minimum of six years of tax experience in public accounting, with the ability

to effectively identify, sell, and deliver tax services to middle‑market

clients

  • Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Ability to meet client service, quality, and performance expectations within

applicable deadlines and in accordance with firm and client standards

  • Ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and effectively with firm

personnel and clients in person, by telephone, and through electronic and

written means

  • Effective project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple

priorities, tasks, and projects simultaneously; meet deadlines; and maintain

accuracy and quality of work in a fast‑paced, client service environment

  • Ability to work effectively in a professional office environment and, as

required by the role, at client sites, including the ability to sit for

extended periods of time and work at a computer and other standard office

equipment

  • Ability to maintain a consistent onsite presence during core business hours,

including regularly reporting to a firm office location and traveling to

client sites as required, with access to reliable transportation

  • Ability to work extended and/or non‑standard hours during peak periods or as

necessary to meet client, project, or firm business needs

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge of a broad range of corporate tax matters across various industries
  • Master’s degree in Taxation

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

[https://rsmus.com/content/dam/rsm/careers/pdf/rsmus_pre-employment-background_checks.pdf]

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: $133,500 - $268,400

Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus

based on firm and individual performance.

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