SALT Income Franchise Senior Associate
The firm is looking for a State & Local Tax (SALT) Sr. Associate to join our SALT practice in our Kansas City or St. Louis MO office.
Position Description:
- Understand the principles of multi-state income taxation of corporations, partnerships, S Corporations, trusts and individuals with the ability to research and resolve technical issues.
- This includes an understanding of nexus, apportionment, unitary filing, ASC 740, income modifications, net operating losses, nonbusiness income and statutory credits, etc.
- Assist multi-state companies with state and local tax controversies, including being involved with preparing clients for discussions with auditors, representing clients at administrative appeals hearings and preparing written protests.
- Coordinate scheduling with overall tax team and lead the review of state income tax returns.
- Research pending legislation and assist with determining state tax impact.
- Participate in internal and external training courses.
- Supervise, mentor and develop staff members and interns.
- Manage tax assignments and related projects, including tax engagement economics.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or closely related field from an accredited college or university.
- CPA and/or JD or other relevant professional certification.
- Advanced degree such as an LLM or Masters of Taxation is a plus.
- 2+ years of current or recent experience in public accounting, law firm, or corporate tax department.
- Experience with state tax research, analysis, controversy, planning and compliance.
- Strong presentation and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills and an inquisitive mind.
- Detail oriented and excellent interpersonal skills.
In accordance with applicable law and RSM policy, prospective hires will be required to demonstrate that they have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19 . If not vaccinated for COVID-19 they must qualify for an accommodation to this vaccination requirement o r participate in testing .
If you are located in New York, pursuant to current applicable law, you will be required to be vaccinated to enter the New York office and testing is not an option to enter the New York office.
You want your next step to be the right one. You've worked hard to get where you are today. And now you're ready to use your unique skills, talents and personality to achieve great things. RSM is a place where you are valued as an individual, mentored as a future leader, and recognized for your accomplishments and potential. Working directly with clients, key decision makers and business owners across various industries and geographies, you'll move quickly along the learning curve and our clients will benefit from your fresh perspective.
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Job ID: req18532
Line of Business: Tax Services
SubFunction: SALT IF
Job Type: FullTime
Req #: req18532
Location: Kansas City, MO US
Region: Central Region
Job Category: Tax
Employment Type: Experienced
Degree Required: Bachelor
Travel: Yes