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TESS Specialist Senior

RSM US LLP
Cleveland, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/15/2026
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.

Responsibilities

  • Print and assemble 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 and requires an appropriate level of professional judgement and understanding of firm standards. 
  • 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. 
  • Responsible for tax organizers and scanning of client workpapers, if applicable, tax return delivery, due date tracking via workflow tool, and new client setup, and for meeting client expectations for timeliness, responsiveness, accuracy, and service quality. 
  • May serve as a knowledge resource or technical champion for a variety of roles including ESS or ECS employees or may serve as lead on projects. 
  • Assembly, scanning, e- filing, and workflow entry, reporting and due date tracking.
  • Provide guidance and training to other TESS members. This individual is developing expertise in a particular return type, process or industry and may begin to a become resource to others in their area of expertise.

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Strong technical aptitude, able to quickly master a variety of tax software and company tools 
  • Ability to problem solve in a fast-paced deadline driven environment 
  • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing 
  • Strong attention to detail, ability to work independently 
  • Ability to mentor and train less experienced COE members 
  • Effective organization and time management skills 

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: $54,000 - $86,900

Salary : $54,000 - $86,900

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