Rehmann

Rehmann

R&D Tax Manager – Specialty Tax Services

Michigan - Detroit (Rehmann Office), USA

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 18 days ago
Project ManagementBusiness DevelopmentAccountingResearchLeadershipCommunicationMentoringPublic SpeakingAdaptability

About the role

  • If you're here, you're looking for something more.
  • More opportunity, more impact, more purpose.
  • At Rehmann, each and every one of our associates plays a pivotal role in the Firm's success.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage complex specialty tax engagements, including federal and state R&D credit studies, related credits and incentives engagements, and Section 174 analyses.
  • document conclusions in clear, defensible technical memoranda suitable for IRS and state review.
  • Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
  • Deliver engaging presentations and clearly communicate project findings to client leadership.
  • Support business development efforts, including proposals, prospect meetings, and practice development initiatives.
  • Research, analyze, and resolve advanced tax issues; document conclusions in clear, defensible technical memoranda suitable for IRS and state review.
  • Support the continued growth of the Specialty Tax Services practice, particularly in the areas of federal and state R&D credits and incentives.

Requirements

  • 4+ years of specialized experience in federal and state R&D tax credits and incentives, including Section 174 and related specialty tax consulting matters.
  • Active CPA and/or bar license required.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex tax concepts to non-technical audiences.
  • Experience reviewing work, managing projects, and mentoring junior team members.
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, engineering, or a related technical or quantitative field.
  • Experience in public accounting, tax consulting, or law firm environments focused on specialty tax, credits and incentives, or multi-state tax matters.
  • Experience leading projects or supervising junior team members.
  • Ability to simplify complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
  • Required
  • Strong technical tax research and analytical skills.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Preferred
  • Key Competencies
  • Client-focused mindset with strong relationship-building skills.

Benefits

  • Contribute to a collaborative, learning-focused team environment.

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