About the role
Job Summary:
The 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 tax GES Managers and below on assigned engagements and reviews work product, as appropriate
Ensures tax 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 tax GES Managers and below
Acts as mentor to tax 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
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.
National Range: $139,700 - $240,000
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $139,700 - $240,000
Washington DC Range: $139,700 - $240,000
About Us
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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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Minimum requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required; Accounting focus preferred; Master’s in Accounting or Taxation preferred
- Minimum 8 years’ experience in compensation & benefits
- CPA or JD preferred; proficiency in Microsoft Office and tax research tools preferred
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