PCS Investment Fund Tax Manager

Company: RSM US LLP
Location: Chicago
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

RSM's Private Client practice is looking for a dynamic Tax Manager to join our Financial Fund Executive team. At RSM, our Private Client practice is rooted in strong relationships based on a deep understanding of what matters most to our clients. Our team of first choice advisors is aligned to serve family offices, closely held businesses and their owners, ultra-high net worth individuals and their multi-generational families and private equity fund owners. We take a holistic approach to advising our clients and in doing so we collaborate with our client's team of professional advisors to develop tailored comprehensive solutions.Our community of professionals is focused on your success. Our leadership team and other professionals will support you and your development through:

• Exposure to strategic tax planning, business advisory and compliance work
• A customized well-defined career path to match your professional goal
• Access to specialized trainings and programs, cutting edge technology, annual goal setting, career advisors and coaches with real time feedback for developmental growth
• Our Financial Fund Executive team focuses on founding and/or managing partners and principles of investment funds as well as C-Suite level executives with an economic interest in the investment fund. We are a strategic advisor to new and experienced financial services executives, advising many of the most prominent financial services executives from around the world. We leverage a focused global financial services practice with the depth of tax and technology resources to customize our services in order to meet the special needs of each executive that we serve. We collaborate with our clients, industry experts, other Private Client professionals and specialists throughout RSM to reach these goals.As a tax manager, you will be responsible for the following which are focused on your technical expertise and ability to lead a collaborative team dedicated to excellent client service:Advise Financial Fund Executive clients on a full spectrum of individual and business tax opportunities, including succession planning, wealth transfer planning, and tax complianceManage and oversee the engagement team focused on entity, individual, fiduciary, and gift / estate taxation and provides consistency in tax preparation due to the complexities of fund reporting. This includes the planning and execution of client tax engagementsCollaborate with RSM specialists regarding estate and gift planning and taxation, state and local taxation, and international taxationProvide leadership, training and career mentorship to staff and supervisor level team membersDrive and collaborate with senior leadership on growth opportunities with existing clients and prospectsDevelop and sustain strong relationships with clients and other professional advisors through a commitment to outstanding client serviceBasic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or business-related field
  • CPA license in one's principal place of business/home state, licensed J.D. or enrolled agent
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience working in public accounting with an emphasis on taxation. Most recent years should include experience in managing client engagements
  • Proficient in individual and entity (partnership, S corporation or C corporation) taxation with an understanding of complex investments and the related tax implication
  • Familiar with fiduciary, gift and estate, state and local and international taxation and reporting
  • Strong communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to work in a collaborative team and handle multiple tasks simultaneouslyPreferred Qualifications:
    • LL.M. in Taxation and/or Master's in Taxation
    • Experience with private client or business taxation with a desire to grow skills in the private client arena
    • Experience working with investment funds or experience working at an alternative asset management firm
    • Experience with fiduciary, gift and estate taxationCurrently, RSM does not intend to hire candidates for entry level positions who will need, now or in the future, RSM sponsorship through any non-immigrant visa category such as the H-1B, H-1B1, E-3, O-1, or TN. 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. The firm offers a competitive benefits package, base compensation, and an employee bonus program for eligible roles based on individual and firm performance per program guidelines.Base compensation ranges can be found between the ranges noted below in the posting,and an actual offer can vary based upon on role, hiring location, and qualifications.For additional information on RSM's total rewards, visit our website at . If required by applicable law or client policy, you may be required to be vaccinated for COVID-19 or have an approved accommodation. 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. Experience RSM US. Experience the power of being understood. RSM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.

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