State and Local Tax Associate (Fall 2026/Winter 2027)
Company: RSM
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: July 4, 2025
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Job Description:
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 : Integrating state and local tax services with
existing clients Completing tax planning and research tasks
Developing an understanding of state and local tax regulations and
accounting pronouncements Reviewing client’s current tax processes
to identify inefficiencies and provide enhancements to improve the
clients’ procedures and reduce tax exposure Working with the
client’s information technology personnel to obtain data of
historical purchasing and sales to analyze for reporting
requirements, audit procedures, and review for potential refund or
credits Assisting the client with evaluating sales/use tax software
systems that meet their compliance needs and support the
implementation process Required Qualifications : Minimum B.A. or
B.S. degree or equivalent from an accredited university Accounting
major Travel to assigned client locations is required. Must have
access to and ability to arrange for use of reliable modes of
transportation to those locations Minimum 3.0 GPA preferred
Preferred Qualifications : Working toward the successful completion
of the CPA exam - tax associates have the opportunity to obtain the
audit hours required for full certification Excellent written and
verbal communication skills Strong computer skills, including
proficiency in Microsoft Excel Ability to work effectively on a
team Ability to work and multitask in a fast-paced environment 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
in accordance with the requirements of applicable law, including
but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles
Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County
Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the San Francisco Fair
Chance Ordinance. For additional information regarding RSM’s
background check process, including information about job duties
that necessitate the use of one or more types of background checks,
click here . 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: $61,600 - $73,500
Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a
discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.
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