Chris Gauss is a partner in RSM US LLP’s tax services practice, specializing in state and local tax. Based in Los Angeles, Chris helps clients address state income and local tax compliance and planning needs across a variety of industries.

Experience

Chris has more than 20 years of public accounting experience, including experience with a Big Four accounting firm. He brings extensive state income tax and indirect tax experience, as well as experience in federal income tax and ASC 740. He serves public and private companies across industries including consumer products, industrials, manufacturing and distribution, technology, e-commerce, and services.

Chris advises C corporations, S corporations, partnerships and LLCs on state and local tax compliance and planning matters.

Professional affiliations and designations

• Certified public accountant, California
• American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
• California Society of CPAs

Education

• Master of Business Administration, tax, University of Southern California
• Bachelor of Science, accounting, California State University, Fullerton