Tax Partner – Real Estate Debt Funds

RSM US LLP

Tax Partner focusing on real estate leading client engagements and business development at RSM. Mentoring professionals and expanding expertise in real estate and tax strategy.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in tax strategy and compliance, particularly in real estate investment vehicles, while effectively managing client relationships and multiple projects. Proven ability to mentor talent and drive growth through collaboration and innovative solutions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In AccountingCPA Or JD12+ Years Of Tax ExperienceProject Management SkillsMicrosoft Excel And Word Skills

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Hard Skills

Tax Accounting ImplicationsStructuring ExperienceResearch Memos WritingPrivate Letter Ruling Requests PreparationAnalytical Skills

Soft Skills

Problem Solving SkillsExcellent Written Communication SkillsExcellent Verbal Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime Management Skills

Industry Keywords

Real Estate Investment StrategiesREITNon-REITClient Relationship ManagementGrowth Strategies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and build trusting client relationships for the firm’s largest real estate clients
Work collaboratively with clients and service teams to deliver exceptional value and quality
Manage and drive the success of multiple engagements while enhancing profitability and implementing technology solutions
Provide additional insights and business solutions that result in expanded business to clients
Co-lead the development and execution of growth strategies with the federal tax teams
Actively represent the firm in the business community to promote our brand and capabilities
Attract, develop, and retain top talent; serve as a mentor and coach for emerging leaders
Stay current on latest regulatory and legislative developments and continue to expand expertise

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting and CPA or JD
Minimum of 12+ years of tax experience, including with a large national accounting firm
Structuring experience with use of different vehicles (REIT and non-REIT) to accommodate various real estate investment strategies
Familiarity with the tax accounting implications and broader impact on REIT and non-REIT vehicles of various asset types
A proven record of simultaneously managing multiple projects for various clients
A proven record of collaborating with members of different service lines
Ability to write research memos, opinions and prepare Private Letter Ruling Requests
Highly developed problem solving and analytical skills
Project management and critical thinking skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong Microsoft Excel and Word skills required
Outstanding organizational and time management skills; ability to prioritize multiple assignments

Benefits

Comp & perks

flexibility in your schedule
empowering you to balance life’s demands