State and Local Tax - Credits & Incentives Associate - Fall 2026

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SALT C&I Associate

RSM is seeking an energetic and motivated state and local Credits & Incentives (C&I) tax associate to join our dynamic and collaborative Local Tax practice. RSM’s collaborative and entrepreneurial culture provide a career-focused individual with the opportunity to be an integral part of an expanding State and Local Tax (SALT) practice.  Operating out of 76 major metropolitan cities centered around 5 geographic regions, we take pride in being the premier service provider for middle market companies, while also having the depth and expertise to service to our Fortune 1,000 clients. In addition, through RSMs affiliate network firm’s we have access to a global network of professionals consisting of more 22,000 professionals in more than 100 countries. 

Responsibilities:

As a Credits & Incentives (C&I) Associate for RSM’s State and Local Tax (SALT) practice, you will be responsible for the following job duties: 

• Integrating state and local tax credits and incentives services with existing clients
• Completing tax planning and research tasks 
• Developing an understanding of state and local tax credits, incentives, WOTC, site and location analysis to support delivery team
• Become up to date on 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. 

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