Global Employer Services-Compensation and Benefits Senior Manager-Executive Tax Focused

Job Description

Job Summary :

The STS GES Senior Manager is responsible for executing tasks relating to, but not limited to, the following : Taxation of equity compensation, deferred compensation / 409A, IRC section 162(m), 280G / Golden Parachute analyses, ASC 718 (f.

k.a. FAS123R), ASC 740 (f.k.a. FAS109), payroll taxes, employee stock option plans, qualified plans and assistance with compensation related matters for individual and corporate income tax returns.

Job Duties :

• Utilizes prior experience executing client deliverables related to the Job Summary subject matter in the form of calculations and memos to clients
• Applies industry standards, along with firm policies and BDO Tax Quality Manual requirements, as they relate to : the Taxation of equity compensation, deferred compensation / 409A, IRC section 162(m), 280G / Golden Parachute analyses, ASC 718 (f.

k.a. FAS123R), ASC 740 (f.k.a. FAS109), payroll taxes, employee stock option plans, qualified plans and assistance with compensation related matters for individual and corporate income tax returns

• Researches and prepares compensation planning and / or benchmarking for executive compensation models
• Identifies situations when additional research is necessary and utilizes the appropriate source
• Communicates with clients, both verbally and formal business writing / tax opinions
• Exhibits client / executive presence and possesses strong communication skills

Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities :

• Supervises workload of STS GES Managers and below on assigned engagements and reviews work product, as appropriate
• Ensures STS GES Managers and below are trained on all relevant tax software, including proprietary applications in Microsoft Excel and Access databases
• Delivers periodic performance feedback and completes performance evaluations for STS GES Managers and below
• Acts as mentor to STS GES Managers and below, as appropriate
• Works directly with general tax and audit engagement teams to provide compensation & benefits assistance to firm clients

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Education :

• Bachelor's degree required; focus in Accounting, preferred
• Master's degree in Accounting or Taxation, preferred

Experience :

Eight (8) or more years of experience in compensation & benefits, required

License / Certifications :

CPA certification or JD, preferred

Software :

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Access, Excel and Word, preferred
• Exposure to industry standard tax applications and research tools such as RIA, CCH, BNA and Lexis-Nexis, preferred

Language : N / A

N / A

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, specifically tax technical writing skills
• Solid organizational skills especially ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
• Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Capacity to build and maintain strong relationships with client personnel
• Ability to successfully interact with professionals at all levels
• Ability to effectively complete interpretations of legal documents

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

Range : $95,000 - $250,000

About Us

Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you'll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality.

We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world.

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S. team. BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization.

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The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm's success, with no employee contributions.

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With industry knowledge and experience, a breadth and depth of resources, and unwavering commitment to quality, we pride ourselves on :

• Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients
• Empowering team members to explore their full potential
• Our talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunities
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