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Tax Senior Manager - Compensation & Benefits

Chicago, USFull-time2026-11-09 → 2026-11-10
HybridNo visa sponsorship

Core

Senior Manager leading compensation and benefits tax advisory projects for global and domestic clients, covering retirement plans, executive compensation, fringe benefits, and employment-related tax reporting.

Role type

Senior Manager, Tax Advisory (Compensation & Benefits)

Builds

Client advisory reports, tax analysis, and strategic guidance on compensation plans.

Domain

Professional Services / Tax / Compensation & Benefits

Deliverable

client delivery

Required skills

Federal income and employment tax principles, Executive compensation, Retirement plans, Fringe benefits, Tax research, Project management, Client relationship management, Technical training

Preferred skills

National professional services firm experience, Cross-border taxation, M&A tax impacts, Private equity/Family office experience

Technologies

Microsoft Excel

Responsibilities

Overseeing project steps, deliverables, timelines, and firm-approved methodologies; Reviewing tax analysis, data entry, and research on sections 83, 162(m), 404, 409A, and 280G; Leading calls with client stakeholders (CFO, CHRO, attorneys); Advising on tax implications of compensation plans and M&A transactions; Managing team operational excellence, training, and resource allocation.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership