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You have the unique opportunity to join our RSM team in a tax engagementsupport services (TESS) specialist role that will allow you to utilizeyour strong attention to detail, communication, and technical skills. Theideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, has a natural curiosityto learn, and is eager to proactively support client teams and strategicinitiatives. In this position you will develop and apply an in-depthunderstanding of the overall tax return process and technical expertise inorder to execute and maintain standardized tax processing practices within theTESS Center of Excellence (COE), as well as provide tax support invarious area
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Printing and assembling tax returns utilizing firm software tools and RouteSheet instructions in the workflowtooltoensureallrequiredclientdeliverablesareincludedindocumentssavedtodocument management systemandfordeliveryto external clients.New client setup, tax organizers, scanningofclientworkpapers, ifapplicable,taxreturndelivery, workflow reporting and duedatetrackingaswell as for meeting expectations for timeliness, responsiveness,accuracy, and service quality.Preparation of tax client documents such as engagement letters, statementsof work, and other requested deliverables.Using deep understanding of the overall tax return process, takes ownershipof the e-file process including monitoring and releasing external client taxreturns to the taxing authorities, ensuring correct returns are released andall filing deadlines are timely met.Track for acceptance, transmission errors and rejections and resolve asappropriate.Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATIONHigh school diploma or GED
TECHNICAL SKILLSStrong technical aptitude, able to quickly master a variety of tax softwareand company toolsRole will require specialized training for both tools and processAbility to problem solve in a fast-paced deadline driven environmentAbility to communicate effectively both verbally and in writingBasic to intermediate Microsoft Office Skills
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS SPECIFIC TO JOBStrong attention to detail, ability to work independentlyProblem solving skills allowing for independent decision makingDemonstrates a working knowledge of the technology tools required withinassigned responsibilitiesEffective organization and time management skillsAbility to manage multiple tasksFlexibility to work overtime to meet busy season tax filing deadlines
EXPERIENCE0 to 3 years of related experience
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTSPrevious accounting industry / tax related experience and knowledge of taxdeadlines is a plus
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