Entry Level Tax Associate Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

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We are seeking a TaxSupervisorfor our Real Estate Tax group. We serve a broad array of real estate owners, developers, and investors including public and private companies, real estate opportunity funds, hotel companies, private equity firms, REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts), andfamily offices. Our people work on key client issues in domestic federal taxation, with a focus on implementing tax strategies that align with the client's businessobjectives.

As a Tax Supervisor you willbe responsible forthe following job duties which are focused around two coreconcepts:your technical & qualityexpertise and delivering excellent client service:

• Provide detail review and analysis of tax returns

• Work on multiple complex issues while communicating in a non-technical manner tofacilitatecommunication between the client and the service team while managing the risk for both the client and the firm

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

• Develop, motivate, and train staff level team members

• Remainup-to-dateon current tax practices and changes in tax law

• Other duties as assigned

• Some travel may berequired

Basic Qualifications:

• BA/BS Degreepreferably inAccountingor related field of study

• One of the following is preferred: active CPA license in the state of residence or primary office; active Enrolled Agent (EA) license; active attorney license; or a preapproved alternative certification that meets RSM requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a public accounting environment

• Ability to work closely with clients to answer questions or to collect necessary information for tax service requirements

• Comprehensive understanding of tax law/rules and implicationsfor real estate industry clients

• Experience preparing and reviewing returns

• Effective verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters of Accounting

• Experience with a national or large regional accounting firm

• Experience in dealing with international tax matters a plus

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, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at careers@rsmus.com.

RSM does not intend to hire entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now OR in the future (i.e. F-1 visa holders). If you are a recent U.S. college / university graduate possessing 1-2 years of progressive and relevant work experience in a same or similar role to the one for which you are applying, excluding internships, you may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate.

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At RSM, an employee's pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.