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RSM US LLP is looking for a Senior Associate to join our federal CIM practice.  As a member of our CIM group, working specifically with Research & Development Credits, you will be responsible for the following job duties which are focused around two core concepts:  your technical and quality expertise and delivering excellent client service:

Responsibilities:

• Perform tax planning and research, resolving complex tax issues, and giving recommendations to clients, as it relates specifically to the R&D credit
• Generate and sustain client relationships
• Assist in managing and implementing multiple projects simultaneously, which include client interviews, computations, analysis, data gathering, and coordination of resources
• Assist with drafting opinion letters, responses to IRS inquiries, IRS Ruling requests, and writing other technical memoranda
• Develop an understanding of client's business and become a "functional expert" in the area
• Help drive the success of multiple R&D engagements
• Contribute as industry expert by keeping abreast of changes in industry regulation, maintain competency through continuing education and obtaining additional professional certifications 
• Develop, motivate, and train staff
• Stay current on tax practices and changes in tax law
• Perform other duties as required

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in public accounting, or a combination of public accounting and industry
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or master’s degree in accounting
• Ability to work closely with the Onshore team to answer questions or to collect necessary information for tax service requirements
• English Proficiency - verbal and written communication skills
• Advance Excel skills are mandatory. Intermediate skills in MS Access
• Experience in tax research

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA, M. Com.
• 2 years of experience working with research and development
• Knowledge of Sec 41 and Sec 174
• Experience working for large national accounting firm in a specialized practice area
• Experience in interacting with clients directly is an added advantage

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/india.html.  

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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, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please send us an email at [email protected].