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Federal Tax Associate (Fall 2027/Winter 2028)

RSM US LLP · San Antonio

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Pay$70k to $84k a year
LevelStaff · Tax
Work modeNot stated
CPA exam supportNot mentioned
CPA licenseEligible or in progress
ExperienceNot stated
PostedSep 30, 2026
Found by usSep 30, 2026
Last checkedOct 8, 2026

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Prepare federal and state tax returns and provide tax planning and research for high net worth families and private clients.

Student or new gradA few years in, CPA in progressEarly career, studying for the CPA

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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: Working with high net worth families, closely held businesses, estates, trusts and private foundations Developing strong working relationships with clients built on understanding their needs and challenges Completing tax planning and research Preparing federal and state & local tax returns Developing a general understating of reporting requirements of different entity structures and the compliance process Increasing involvement in developing cutting edge tax ideas that could significantly lessen clients overall effective tax rates Leveraging tax knowledge and understanding of the tax preparation process to bring work to completion for review Demonstrating awareness of differing levels of assurance as it relates to tax positions taken through writing memoranda and other written documentation on complex tax issues for business and private tax clients Staying current on tax legislation relevant to Private Client Service clients Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business-related field Required coursework to sit for CPA exam, licensed JD or enrolled agent Strong communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to work as part of a collaborative team Excellent client relation and interpersonal skills with the ability to work closely with clients to answer questions or to collect necessary information for client service engagements Outstanding organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities and take ownership of assigned tasks Preferred Qualifications: CPA, JD or Enrolled Agent designation LL.M. in Taxation and/or Master’s in Taxation 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.

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