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This position will be responsible for executing, implementing, and maintaining standardized tax processing practices within the TESS COE. The position will also monitor, provide guidance, and supervise other TESS team members. Additional responsibilities will include, but are not limited to assembly, scanning, e- filing, and workflow entry, reporting and due date tracking. Will serve as a point of contact for implementation, training, and adoption of tax technology processing workflows. May also perform general administrative duties to support line of business as required. This individual may also help monitor quality and provide subject matter expertise for training in their area of expertise.

Trains and mentors TESS team members, actively shares knowledge and assists with adoption and implementation of new processes and initiatives, consistently striving to improve efficiencies as the COE evolves. a. Serves as career advisor to other TESS team members

Supervises assembly and assembles tax returns based on pyramid complexity permission level, utilizing firm software tools based on Route Sheet instructions in workflow tool to ensure all required client deliverables are included in documents saved to document management system and for delivery to external clients. Pyramid permission levels for this role include all return types

Assists with managing tax processing workflow within the COE, proactively leveraging team members' skills to achieve desired results as a team

Using deep understanding of the overall tax return process, takes ownership of the e-file process including monitoring and releasing external client tax returns to the taxing authorities, ensuring correct returns are released and all filing deadlines are timely met. Track for acceptance, transmission errors and rejections and resolve as appropriate. Responsible for meeting client expectations for timeliness, responsiveness, accuracy, and service quality

Serves as a technical resource and program champ or career coach for a variety of roles including ESS and ECS employees, such as performing backup and restores of locators, assisting tax professionals by answering questions and working with both ECS and ESS to resolve issues

Responsible for tax organizers (if applicable), scanning of client workpapers, tax return delivery, due date tracking via workflow tool, and new client setup, etc

Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION * Associates degree or equivalent experience TECHNICAL SKILLS * Strong technical aptitude, able to quickly master a variety of tax software and company tools * Role will require specialized training for both tools and process * Ability to problem solve in a fast-paced deadline driven environment * Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing * Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office Skills

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS SPECIFIC TO JOB * Confident knowledge and idea generator * Strong attention to detail, ability to work independently * Demonstrates a working knowledge of the technology tools required within assigned responsibilities * Ability to mentor and train less experienced COE members * Effective organization and time management skills * Ability to manage multiple tasks * Problem solving skills allowing for independent decision making

EXPERIENCE * 4 to 6 years of related experience * Demonstrated competency in a specific industry or technical area preferred

MANAGEMENT * N/A PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS * Previous tax related experience and knowledge of tax deadlines * Experience with Axcess Tax, Workstream and EFS JOB DESCRIPTION TAX ENGAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES (TESS) LEAD Accountability and Travel NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES SUPERVISED (FTE)s * Direct: 6 * Indirect: 12 * Seasonal: 5 ANNUA

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We support and inspire you to prioritize your wellbeing by delivering personalized, holistic programming for your physical, emotional, financial and community wellbeing. RSM has a generous time off policy with at least 14 paid holidays, wellbeing days and associate and above access to self-managed time off. 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 .

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