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Global Employer Services-Employment Tax Manager

BDO USA
Chicago, IL, USAHybridFinance & AccountingMid-Level$79,800 - $168,000Posted: 32 days ago
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Job Description

Job Summary:

An Employment Tax Manager is responsible for assisting clients with setting up global payroll, managing US employment tax liabilities, minimizing global compliance risks, and identifying and recovering overpaid US employment taxes. The Employment Tax Manager provides written employment tax advice to clients, evaluates alternate courses of action to lessen employment tax burden and cost of compliance, and identifies potential changes in employment tax policy and regulations.

In this role, the Employment Tax Manager will be charged with marketing, networking and business development within his/her area of experience and specialization and recognizing potential changes in tax policy and applying new policies to tax compliance. In addition, the Employment Tax Manager will work with the Core and Expatriate Tax Principals, Directors, and Senior Managers to provide employment tax expertise to their clients.

Job Duties:

Research

Identifies all situations when research is necessary and conducts appropriate investigation on identified topics

Analyzes researched facts and the sources utilized

Prepares studies of US employment tax implications and outlines alternative courses of action to clients

Partners with other Core Tax and Specialized Tax Services professionals to resolve complex and contentious matters

Tax Compliance

Ensures clients comply with applicable authorities while identifying options for managing client’s’ employment tax and reporting obligations

Works with leadership to oversee various federal and state employment tax compliance efforts for clients (e.g., Forms 941/940, W2, state tax registrations, amended returns, etc.)

Manages engagements to ensure engagement metrics are achieved

Collaborates with Business Development team and other strategic parties to drive employment tax compliance and advisory service offerings

Tax Consulting

Handles all inquiries from federal and state agencies regarding all employment tax issues and questions

Assists clients with multi-state employment tax compliance, including policy design and implementation, in relation to remote and mobile workers

Identifies federal and state employment tax overpayment and tax savings opportunities for clients in relation to M&A transactions

Performs research on complex employment tax reporting and withholding scenarios

Identifies Employee Retention Credit and other COVID-19-related payroll tax credit opportunities

Monitors implementations of work plans for employment tax consulting projects

Provides recommended solutions and instructions for proper payroll set-up

Tax Controversy

Represents clients before any employment tax authority on contested issues

Responds to all questions from federal or state agencies

Drafts responses to examiner questions and challenges

Tax Specialization

Acts as an industry expert in Employment Tax Services

Identifies cross-selling opportunities with other tax specializations

Manages Employment Tax Services provided to assigned clients

Develops tools and/or improvements allowing for the enhancement and efficiency of the Employment Tax Services practice

Strategy Development

Develops new or improved ideas to advance the position of clients, the firm or firm personnel through the management of employment taxes

Participates in relevant industry groups

Leads marketing campaigns

Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervises the day-to-day workload of Employment Tax Senior Associates and Associates on assigned engagements and reviews work product

Ensures Employment Tax Senior Associates, Associates and Interns are trained on all relevant tax software and BDO templates

Evaluates the performance of Employment Tax Senior Associates and Associates and assists in the development of goals and objectives to enhance professional development

Delivers periodic performance feedback and completes performance evaluations for Employment Tax Senior Associates, Associates, and Interns

Acts as Career Advisor to Employment Tax Senior Associates and Associates, as appropriate

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree required; focus in Accounting, preferred

Master’s degree in Accounting/Taxation or J.D., preferred

Experience:

Five (5) or more years of prior experience in employment tax, related tax, consulting or payroll services experience, required

Experience supervising employment tax professionals on a project or engagement basis, required

Experience HRIS and third-party payroll service platforms (e.g., Workday, PeopleSoft, ADP, UKG, etc.), preferred

Experience with payroll processing and payroll operations, preferred

License/Certifications:

CPA certification or other relevant certification (such as Enrolled Agent), preferred

Software:

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word, preferred

Exposure to and familiarity with standard employment tax applications and research tools, preferred

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Superior analytical and research skills

Solid organizational skills especially ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details

Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment

Proven ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously

Capable of effective managing a team of tax professionals and delegating work assignments as needed

Capacity to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and client personnel

Ability to encourage team environment on engagements and contribute to the professional development of assigned personnel

Executive presence and ability to act as primary contact on assigned engagements

Ability to successfully interact with professionals at all levels

Advanced knowledge of appropriate application of tax standards to ensure effective and efficient delivery of tax services

Advanced knowledge of sources of relevant information utilized in tax filings

Advanced knowledge and understanding of cause / effect for taxable conditions on clients and the potential tax issues

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.

National Range: $79,800 - $168,000

Maryland Range: $79,800 - $168,000

NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $79,800 - $168,000

Washington DC Range: $79,800 - $168,000

About Us

At BDO, how we show up matters. We build strong relationships by supporting one another, our clients, and our communities with care, curiosity, and a commitment to helping one another grow and succeed. Here, you’ll find meaningful work, leaders invested in your success, and opportunities to build a career around what matters most to you.

Our purpose is to be the people our clients count on to grow with confidence and achieve what matters most. Our values guide how we bring that purpose to life each day. Together, they shape how we work with one another, serve our clients, and create meaningful impact.

BDO provides assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and around the world. No matter your role, you’ll be part of a team helping clients navigate complexity and move forward with clarity.

We are proud to be an ESOP company, offering participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. As a qualified retirement plan, the ESOP is a meaningful addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits\* offerings. It also reinforces an ownership mindset that strengthens our connection to one another, our clients, and the future we’re building together.

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\*Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets

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Job Info

Job Identification

13162

Job Category

Generalist

Posting Date

08/06/2026, 06:43 PM

Apply Before

08/06/2027, 06:43 PM

Job Schedule

Full time

Minimum requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree required; 5+ years in employment tax or related consulting experience; supervisory experience required
  • Proficient in employment tax compliance, consulting, and controversy; strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills
  • Preferred CPA or relevant certification; experience with HRIS/payroll platforms and Microsoft Office Suite

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