RSM: Manager - SALT Sales and Use Tax in Dallas, Texas

Role Overview

Are you a seasoned State and Local Tax (SALT) professional looking for an exciting opportunity to advance your career? RSM is seeking a dynamic and experienced Manager to join our SALT Sales and Use Tax team in Dallas, Texas. As a Manager, you will provide valuable advice to our clients on their most pressing sales tax issues, working across a wide variety of industries and tax jurisdictions. You will play a pivotal role in identifying solutions, conducting tax law research, representing clients in tax controversy situations, and recommending strategies to minimize their sales tax liabilities.

At RSM, we pride ourselves on our exceptional people, unrivaled culture, and commitment to empowering our clients and employees. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. If you are a motivated and skilled SALT professional, we encourage you to apply and discover why there's nowhere like RSM.

A Day in the Life

As a Manager in our SALT Sales and Use Tax team, your day-to-day activities will be diverse and challenging. Here’s a glimpse of what you can expect:

• Client Advisory and Planning (60%): Providing expert sales and use tax advisory and planning services to multi-state companies. This involves understanding their business operations, identifying potential tax risks and opportunities, and developing tailored strategies to optimize their tax positions.
• Business Development (30%): Driving growth and profitability of the State and Local Tax practice by generating new revenue on existing client portfolios, cross-selling services, and acquiring new clients. This includes networking, preparing proposals, and presenting RSM’s capabilities to prospective clients.
• Team Leadership and Mentorship (10%): Serving as a Performance Advisor, mentor, or coach to one or more employees. This involves providing regular feedback, guiding their professional development, and fostering a positive and collaborative team environment.
• Project Management: Managing various sales and use tax consulting projects, including technical research memoranda, nexus studies, exposure quantification, voluntary disclosures, audit defense, and reverse sales tax audits.
• Client Relationship Management: Leading and managing business relationships with clients, ensuring high-quality service delivery and seeking opportunities to expand services.

Why Dallas, Texas?

Dallas, Texas, is a vibrant and growing metropolitan area with a thriving business community. Here are a few reasons why Dallas is a great place to live and work:

• Business Hub: Dallas is a major hub for various industries, including technology, finance, healthcare, and energy. This provides ample opportunities for professional growth and networking.
• Quality of Life: Dallas offers a high quality of life with a relatively low cost of living compared to other major U.S. cities.
• Cultural Attractions: The city boasts a rich cultural scene with museums, theaters, music venues, and art galleries.
• Outdoor Activities: With numerous parks, lakes, and trails, Dallas provides plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation.
• Diverse Community: Dallas is a diverse and welcoming city with a strong sense of community.

Career Path

At RSM, we are committed to providing our employees with opportunities for growth and advancement. The career path for a Manager in our SALT Sales and Use Tax team typically progresses as follows:

• Manager: As a Manager, you will be responsible for managing client engagements, leading project teams, and developing junior staff.
• Senior Manager: With experience and proven performance, you can advance to the role of Senior Manager, where you will take on more complex engagements, develop new business, and manage larger teams.
• Partner/Principal: The ultimate career goal at RSM is to become a Partner or Principal. In this role, you will be responsible for leading a practice, developing new business, and contributing to the overall success of the firm.

Salary and Benefits

RSM offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that is designed to attract and retain top talent. While the exact salary for this position will depend on your experience and qualifications, the estimated salary range for a Manager in our SALT Sales and Use Tax team in Dallas, Texas, is $120,000 to $170,000 annually. In addition to a competitive salary, RSM offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Life Insurance: Basic and supplemental life insurance options.
• Disability Insurance: Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid Time Off: Generous paid time off policy for vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with company match.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling and support services.
• Wellness Programs: Programs to promote employee health and well-being.

Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.

RSM Culture

At RSM, we are committed to creating a culture where our people feel valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We believe that our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled culture and our ability to be compelling to our clients. We offer a flexible work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a supportive team atmosphere. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can contribute their best.

How to Apply

If you are interested in joining our team as a Manager in our SALT Sales and Use Tax practice in Dallas, Texas, we encourage you to apply online through the RSM Careers website. Please submit your resume and cover letter, highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications. We look forward to hearing from you!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What are the required qualifications for this position?

   The required qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field, a CPA, CMI, JD, or LLM certification, and at least six years of experience providing sales and use tax consulting services.

2. What are the key responsibilities of a Manager in the SALT Sales and Use Tax team?

   The key responsibilities include providing tax advisory and planning services, driving revenue growth, managing client relationships, and mentoring junior staff.

3. What is the typical career path for this role?

   The typical career path progresses from Manager to Senior Manager and ultimately to Partner/Principal.

4. What is the salary range for this position?

   The estimated salary range for a Manager in our SALT Sales and Use Tax team in Dallas, Texas, is $120,000 to $170,000 annually.

5. What benefits does RSM offer?

   RSM offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, a retirement plan, and professional development opportunities.

6. What is the work environment like at RSM?

   RSM offers a flexible work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a supportive team atmosphere. We are committed to diversity and inclusion.

7. How much travel is required for this position?

   The position requires up to 25% travel, although travel requirements are currently limited.

8. What industries does the SALT Sales and Use Tax team serve?

   The team serves a wide variety of industries, including technology, finance, healthcare, and energy.

9. What types of projects will I be working on as a Manager?

   You will be working on various projects, including technical research memoranda, nexus studies, exposure quantification, voluntary disclosures, audit defense, and reverse sales tax audits.

10. How does RSM support professional development?

    RSM provides opportunities for professional development and training, including continuing education courses and mentorship programs.