RSM

Tax Senior Associate 1 - State & Local Tax, Operating Partnershipchise

India · Work style not stated · Full time

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EmployerRSM
LocationIndia
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted10 Oct 2026

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, inclusive culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.

Job Description

RSM is currently recruiting for a state and local tax (SALT) specialist who is experienced, active and self-motivated to join our dynamic, collaborative, and expanding SALT team at RSM's USI practice. RSM's collaborative and entrepreneurial culture allows a career-minded individual to be a first-choice counsel to middle-market executives.

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Through the following roles, the ideal applicant will assist in the execution of our plan to offer the RSM client experience, focus on the middle market, empower passionate teams, and establish communities of RSM promoters:

Review state tax work papers and state tax returns.

Manage and supervise completion of state tax compliance for pass-through entities.

Responsible for managing a team of 5 to 8 associates and senior associates.

Oversee technical review of extensions, estimated payments, withholding and composite tax calculations and associated state filings

Ability to integrate with overall tax team to review state tax returns and provide state tax consulting – including nexus studies, apportionment and sourcing analysis, voluntary disclosures, and other state tax consulting.

Research and resolve technical state and local tax issues.

Manage resource requirements, project workflow and budgets.

Review state matrices and other client deliverables.

Coach and develop associates and senior associates including providing timely meaningful written and verbal feedback

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s/Master’s degree (preferably B.Com/M.Com/MBA Finance) from an accredited college/university

4 Years to 5 years of experience in US State and Local taxes Partnership tax returns

Licensed CPA or Enrolled agent will be preferred

Strong analytical, problem solving, detail oriented and excellent interpersonal skills

Able to manage and drive multiple engagements

Familiarity with researching state tax laws and regulations

Highly competent in using GoSystem and CCH Access

Proficient with Microsoft Excel and other Office applications

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.

RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; colour; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender (including gender identity and/or gender expression); 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 Indian Armed Forces; Indian Armed Forces Veterans, and Indian Armed Forces Personnel status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable provincial employment legislation.

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 careers@rsmus.com.

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