Tax Operations Senior Associate

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The primary function of the Practice Operations Sr. Associate is providing support to the assigned leadership team in areas that span the client delivery life cycle. In this capacity the Operations Sr. Associate will be responsible for planning, coordination and execution of all aspects of assigned projects through the project life cycle. This position is also responsible for the creation, revision, and implementation of practice and / or regional-specific processes and policies. The Operations Sr. Associate will also be responsible for supporting service line/capability leadership team meetings and support the execution of strategic or tactical initiatives.

Essential Duties

• Provide direct support for time-sensitive and proprietary tasks for service line/capability team members as requested.
• Partner with service line/capability leaders to develop leadership meeting objectives and agendas, document meeting outcomes, and follow up on related action items
• Provide ongoing support of practice management reporting
• Support leadership in execution of strategic or tactical imperatives, including short term and long term goals
• Develop an understanding of solution offerings and develop relationships with supporting leadership.
• Liaise with internal organizations (human resources, finance, marketing, sales) to develop, implement and maintain efficient and effective support processes in support of practice goals
• Facilitate definition of project scope and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
• Create and support execution of project plans, including project objectives, schedule, resources and deliverables.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience,
• 3-5 years relevant experience
• Experience managing multiple projects of low to moderate risk
• Strong Microsoft Office skills including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to prepare presentations including charts, graphics and tables, speaker notes & handouts, etc.,
• Previous project or team management experience, preferred
• PMP Certification, preferred

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.

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer 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 (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 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.

RSM will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the requirements of applicable law, including but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional information regarding RSM’s background check process, including information about job duties that necessitate the use of one or more types of background checks, click here.

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.