Tax Manager – Federal Credits and Incentives

RSM US LLP

Tax Manager overseeing a team and managing federal credits and incentives at RSM. Responsible for developing client relationships and ensuring timely high-quality service delivery.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois, Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $100,000 - $189,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in public accounting with a focus on client relationship management and project oversight. Proficient in tax research and advisory, with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Public Accounting ExperienceClient Relationship ManagementTax Research and AdvisoryCPA CertificationProficiency with MS Excel

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Hard Skills

Tax ResearchProject ManagementAccounting MethodsFederal CreditsIncentives StudiesTangible Property ServicesDetailed Note TakingOrganizational SkillsTime Management

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsDynamic PersonalityNatural CuriosityGood JudgmentResponsiveness

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA CertificationState Bar Admission

Industry Keywords

Public AccountingClient ServiceProfessional DevelopmentBusiness DegreeMasters in Accounting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Overseeing, mentoring, and project managing a team of subordinates (interns, associates, rotators)
Develop an understanding of client's business and become a "functional expert" in the area
Research and write tax advice, opinion, and position memorandums
Develop and sustain excellent client relationships through personal attention and timeliness of service by maintaining regular contact with assigned clients
Assist in managing and implementing multiple projects simultaneously
Provides timely, high quality client service that meets or exceeds client expectations
Ensures professional development through ongoing education and obtaining additional certifications as appropriate
Help drive the success of multiple CIM engagements, primarily related to Accounting Methods & Periods (SMP), Federal Credit or Incentives studies (FCI) and Tangible Property Services (TPS)

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 2+ years of experience in public accounting, or a combination of public accounting and industry/law
Undergraduate degree in business (accounting, economics, finance, etc.) or a degree in the sciences (computer science, engineering, biology, chemistry, or physics)
Strong social skills including a dynamic personality and excellent communication skills
Natural curiosity
Ability to take detailed notes in a fast paced environment
Extremely organized and responsive
Good judgment
Proficiency with MS Excel
Available for 20-50% travel during the busy season
Professional certification as CPA or state bar admission (preferred)
1-2 years of experience working with in credits, incentives or methods (preferred)
Masters in Accounting or other business related field; MBA, MST, JD/LLM (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexibility in your schedule
Competitive benefits and compensation package