SALT Managing Director - Income Franchise

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RSM US LLP is seeking­ a highly skilled and experienced SALT Managing Director to join our State & Local Tax (SALT) practice, focusing on income and franchise tax compliance and consulting. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and manage complex engagements, drive growth, and provide high-value tax advice to a diverse client base across various industries.   As a Tax Managing Director 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.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage business relationship for complex engagements with a focus on high-value quality tax advice and seek to expand services to clients.

• Drive growth and profitability by generating new revenue from existing clients, cross selling, and acquiring new clients.

• Advise clients on nexus, unitary and business income, multi-state tax planning, audit defense, M&A due diligence and other state tax consulting.

• Serve as a performance advisor, mentor or coach to one or more employees, which will include providing honest and timely performance feedback.

• Train and develop staff members, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

• Communicate complex state and local tax issues in a non-technical manner to facilitate communication between the client understanding and managing risk.

• Interact directly with clients handling questions, planning, consulting, etc.

• Review research findings and ensure conclusions are consistent with firm policies and professional standards.

• Build relationships across lines of business to ensure excellent client service through an integrated service approach.

• Remain up-to-date on current tax practices and changes in tax law.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Some travel may be required (varies based on location, line of business and client need).

Basic Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience providing income and franchise tax consulting services in a Public Accounting, Consulting or Law Firm.

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting.

• CPA, JD, LLM or EA.

• Proven ability to support financial growth efforts and manage a book of business.

• Strong analytical, problem solving, and interpersonal skills.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and engagement teams for various clients.

• Excellent project management and critical thinking skills.

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.

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, inter