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Tax Manager - Real Estate

RSM US LLP
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 6/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/14/2026

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, 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.

We are seeking a TaxManagerfor our Real Estate group. We serve a broad array of real estate owners, developers, and investors including public and private companies, homebuilders, real estate opportunity funds, hotel companies, private equity firms, REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts), and brokerage companies. Our people work on key client issues in domestic federal taxation, with a focus on implementing tax strategies that align with the client's businessobjectives.

As a Tax Manager for RSM you willbe responsible forthe following job duties which are focused around three core concepts (Technical & Quality Expertise, People & Talent Management, and Client Service/Business Development):

  • Serve as a Career Advisor,mentoror coach to one or more employees, which will include providing honest andtimelyperformance feedback -approximately 10- 20%of your time

  • Train and develop staff members -approximately 10-20% of your time

  • Provide detailed review and analysis of complex tax returns -approximately upto 35% of your time

  • Work on multiple complex issues while communicating in a non-technical manner tofacilitatecommunication between the client and the service team while managing the risk for both the client and the firm

  • Serve as the Tax client service coordinator forappropriate clients

  • Advise clients on a full spectrum of corporate tax services, including planning, research, compliance, and general mergers and acquisitions activities

  • Reviewing research findings and ensure conclusions are consistent with firm policies and professional standards

  • Assistwith new business development, extendedserviceand tax issue recognition for existing clients

  • Manage corporate client needs with respect to tax services and federal andstatetax compliance

  • Remainup-to-dateon current tax practices and changes in tax law

  • Other duties as assigned

  • Some travel may berequired **All percentages may vary based on location, line of business, and client need**

Basic Qualifications:

  • BA/BS Degree - preferably inAccountingor related field of study

  • CPA, JD, LLM, or EA

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in Public Accounting

  • Ability to work closely with clients to answer questions or to collect necessary information for tax service requirements

  • Experience with one or more of the following: S-Corps, C-Corps, or Partnerships

  • Effective verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Working knowledge of tax code and technical aspects of tax preparation and compliance

  • Strong technical skills in accounting and tax preparation, industry specialization a plus

  • Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously

  • Experience preparing or reviewing accounting for income taxesin accordance withASC 740's

  • Experience in dealing with international tax matters a plus

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.

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; 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. For those living in California or applying to a position in California, please click here for additional information.

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.

Compensation Range: $95,400 - $180,400

Individualsselected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.


RSM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.

 

Salary : $95,400 - $180,400

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