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RSM USPosted 1 month ago

Tax Supervisor - Accounting Methods and Periods

$86,500–$164,500 year

On-siteChicago, Illinois, United States or Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Full TimeBachelors DegreeEnterprise

Job Summary

Conduct accounting method and period change reviews for revenue recognition, expense capitalization, and inventory accounting, including 481(a) adjustments and IRS exam support. Manage delivery of AMP projects and coordinate with internal specialists and external stakeholders on M&A structuring, technical memoranda, and regulatory filings. Lead teams of two to four professionals while maintaining technical accuracy and meeting client service deadlines. Requires CPA licensure eligibility, four years of tax experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business‐related fields such as Accounting, Economics, or Finance or a Bachelor of Science that includes computer science, engineering, biology, chemistry, or physics from an accredited university
  • Completion of all educational requirements for CPA licensure eligibility in the state of intended residence or completion of all requirements to sit for the Bar exam by the start date
  • Minimum of four years of tax experience
  • Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Proven capacity to meet client service, quality, and performance expectations within applicable deadlines and in accordance with firm and client standards
  • Strong communication skills, including clear, professional, and effective interaction with firm personnel and clients in person, by telephone, and through electronic or written means
  • Effective project management skills, including managing multiple priorities, tasks, and projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy and quality of work in a fast‐paced, client service environment
  • Experience working effectively in a professional office environment and, as required by the role, at client sites, including sitting for extended periods of time and working at a computer and other standard office equipment
  • Capacity to maintain a consistent onsite presence during core business hours, including regular reporting to a firm office location and travel 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

Desired Qualifications

  • Active accreditation obtained, in process, or willingness to obtain one of the following: CPA, EA, or licensed attorney

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