Federal Tax Associate (Fall 2026/Winter 2027)

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.

FEDERAL TAX ASSOCIATE​

Position Description ​

At RSM, associates work with large and small companies in various industries. They develop strong working relationships with clients built on understanding their businesses and challenges. Associates work on multiple team engagements each year, including several pieces of any particular assignment - not just one part. Working in a mutually respectful team environment helps our associates perform at their best and integrate their career with their personal life. ​

Examples of the candidate’s responsibilities include: ​

• Working on a team that focuses on a wide range of tax specialty areas.  This can include accounting for income taxes, accounting methods and periods, corporate taxation, federal credits and incentives, individual taxation, mergers and acquisitions, pass-through entity taxation, private client services, and not for profit organizations.​

• Completing tax planning and research ​

• Preparing federal and state & local tax returns ​

• Understanding tax regulations and accounting pronouncements  ​

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Basic Qualifications: ​

• Minimum B.A. or B.S. degree or equivalent from an accredited university ​

• Accounting major​

• Travel to assigned client locations is required. Must have access to and ability to arrange for use of reliable modes of transportation to those locations​

• Minimum 3.0 GPA preferred ​​

Preferred Qualifications: ​

• Working toward the successful completion of the CPA exam—tax associates have the opportunity to obtain the audit hours required for full certification ​

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills  ​

• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel ​

• Ability to work effectively on a team ​

• Ability to work and multitask in a fast-paced environment 

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people.  We support and inspire you to prioritize your wellbeing by delivering personalized, holistic programming for your physical, emotional, financial and community wellbeing. RSM has a generous time off policy with at least 14 paid holidays, wellbeing days and associate and above access to self-managed time off.  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.

RSM is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  We are proud to provide our employees with tools to assist them in being successful in achieving both personal and professional goals. We welcome and support all our employees to thrive in an environment free of discrimination and harassment. 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 di