Forvis Mazars US
Senior Associate Talent Alignment Manager, Tax
Forvis Mazars US, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States, 45208
Senior Associate Talent Alignment Manager, Tax
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Description & Requirements
As part of our Talent Alignment Group (TAG), the Talent Alignment Manager works closely with Managers and Partners to ensure engagements are staffed appropriately and enables our practices to leverage the right talent, on the right clients, at the right time. Our team strives for the efficient and effective deployment of our firm's talent with a strong focus on ensuring people are provided with opportunities to grow professionally while balancing the needs of the business and the firm's client.
What You Will Do
Scheduling of talent to appropriate client assignments based on timing, travel, levels, skills, and other necessary requirements
Utilizing scheduling tools to forecast hours, track/manage utilization, and monitor overall headcount, chargeable hours, and overtime to ensure work is distributed appropriately
Managing open needs by identifying solutions as well as anticipating potential conflicts and proactively managing them by generating ideas and surfacing alternative solutions
Collaborating with engagement teams to maintain an updated scheduling system with realistic information to ensure accurate reporting and forecasting
Maintaining a solid understanding of the skills, experiences, and career goals of professional staff to ensure optimal client assignments alignments; ensuring skills and interest profiles are updated regularly as required
Maintaining a strong pulse on current and future needs and capacity
Analyzing resource data and identifying trends around key data and metrics such as availability, utilization, actual vs scheduled variance, team leverage, and open needs
Collaborating with leaders to ensure consistency and alignment with strategy, elevating areas of opportunity, concern, or performance challenges
Building strong relationships with client serving personnel at all levels and collaborating with Internal Firm Services teams (e.g., Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Operations)
Collaborating with peers to innovate, educate and promote consistent firm-wide resource management practices
May serve as a manager or coach for lower-level resource management staff
Works effectively across multiple offices and with virtual teammates; can build strong relationships remotely
Adapts to change and is skilled in productively managing people's reaction to it; is a demonstrated change agent
Maintains a results-oriented mindset with the ability to be decisive and impartial
Balances competing priorities, requests and needs of various stakeholders
Problems solving with an ability to ask tough questions and hold people accountable while maintaining trust and respect
Operates effectively in a fast-paced environment
Excellent organizational, time management, and written and verbal communication skills
Manages sensitive and confidential information with discretion and maintains confidentiality in interactions
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
5 or more years of tax client service experience
Strong technical and analytical skills, including data management and manipulation capabilities
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications with exceptional Excel skills
Willingness to work a schedule that exceeds 40 hours per week
Moderate business travel expected
Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act (SB 19-085): Pursuant to Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range displayed is for the Colorado market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Total compensation and benefits consist of salary, group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.
New York City Pay Transparency: Pursuant to the pay transparency laws of New York State and other local ordinances within the state, the salary range displayed is for the New York markets. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Total compensation and benefits consist of salary, group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.
California Pay Transparency: Pursuant to the pay transparency laws of California, the salary range displayed is for the California market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Total compensation and benefits consist of salary, group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.
Los Angeles County and City Fair Chance Ordinance: Forvis Mazars will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. See the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance notice for more information.
Maryland Wage Transparency: Pursuant to Maryland's Wage Range Transparency Law, the salary range displayed is for the Maryland market. Positions that are non-exempt will be eligible for overtime pay
at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.
Illinois Wage Transparency: Pursuant to Illinois' Equal Pay Act, the salary range displayed is for the Illinois market. Non-exempt/hourly positions will be eligible for time and a half pay for hours over 40 in a workweek. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), bonuses, profit-sharing, flexible time off, and parental leave. For more information on benefits, please visit the resource center. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.
New Jersey Wage Transparency: Pursuant to New Jersey's Pay Transparency Law, the salary range displayed is for the New Jersey market. Non-exempt will be eligible for overtime pay as applicable. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.
Close Date: 11/10/2025
Forvis Mazars is an equal opportunity employer. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Forvis Mazars US by 2x. We welcome applicants in Cincinnati, OH.
Note: This position is posted for informational purposes and reflects current compensation guidelines and locale-based ranges. The company reserves the right to modify the role or compensation at any time.
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Description & Requirements
As part of our Talent Alignment Group (TAG), the Talent Alignment Manager works closely with Managers and Partners to ensure engagements are staffed appropriately and enables our practices to leverage the right talent, on the right clients, at the right time. Our team strives for the efficient and effective deployment of our firm's talent with a strong focus on ensuring people are provided with opportunities to grow professionally while balancing the needs of the business and the firm's client.
What You Will Do
Scheduling of talent to appropriate client assignments based on timing, travel, levels, skills, and other necessary requirements
Utilizing scheduling tools to forecast hours, track/manage utilization, and monitor overall headcount, chargeable hours, and overtime to ensure work is distributed appropriately
Managing open needs by identifying solutions as well as anticipating potential conflicts and proactively managing them by generating ideas and surfacing alternative solutions
Collaborating with engagement teams to maintain an updated scheduling system with realistic information to ensure accurate reporting and forecasting
Maintaining a solid understanding of the skills, experiences, and career goals of professional staff to ensure optimal client assignments alignments; ensuring skills and interest profiles are updated regularly as required
Maintaining a strong pulse on current and future needs and capacity
Analyzing resource data and identifying trends around key data and metrics such as availability, utilization, actual vs scheduled variance, team leverage, and open needs
Collaborating with leaders to ensure consistency and alignment with strategy, elevating areas of opportunity, concern, or performance challenges
Building strong relationships with client serving personnel at all levels and collaborating with Internal Firm Services teams (e.g., Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Operations)
Collaborating with peers to innovate, educate and promote consistent firm-wide resource management practices
May serve as a manager or coach for lower-level resource management staff
Works effectively across multiple offices and with virtual teammates; can build strong relationships remotely
Adapts to change and is skilled in productively managing people's reaction to it; is a demonstrated change agent
Maintains a results-oriented mindset with the ability to be decisive and impartial
Balances competing priorities, requests and needs of various stakeholders
Problems solving with an ability to ask tough questions and hold people accountable while maintaining trust and respect
Operates effectively in a fast-paced environment
Excellent organizational, time management, and written and verbal communication skills
Manages sensitive and confidential information with discretion and maintains confidentiality in interactions
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
5 or more years of tax client service experience
Strong technical and analytical skills, including data management and manipulation capabilities
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications with exceptional Excel skills
Willingness to work a schedule that exceeds 40 hours per week
Moderate business travel expected
Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act (SB 19-085): Pursuant to Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range displayed is for the Colorado market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Total compensation and benefits consist of salary, group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.
New York City Pay Transparency: Pursuant to the pay transparency laws of New York State and other local ordinances within the state, the salary range displayed is for the New York markets. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Total compensation and benefits consist of salary, group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.
California Pay Transparency: Pursuant to the pay transparency laws of California, the salary range displayed is for the California market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Total compensation and benefits consist of salary, group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.
Los Angeles County and City Fair Chance Ordinance: Forvis Mazars will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. See the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance notice for more information.
Maryland Wage Transparency: Pursuant to Maryland's Wage Range Transparency Law, the salary range displayed is for the Maryland market. Positions that are non-exempt will be eligible for overtime pay
at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.
Illinois Wage Transparency: Pursuant to Illinois' Equal Pay Act, the salary range displayed is for the Illinois market. Non-exempt/hourly positions will be eligible for time and a half pay for hours over 40 in a workweek. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), bonuses, profit-sharing, flexible time off, and parental leave. For more information on benefits, please visit the resource center. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.
New Jersey Wage Transparency: Pursuant to New Jersey's Pay Transparency Law, the salary range displayed is for the New Jersey market. Non-exempt will be eligible for overtime pay as applicable. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.
Close Date: 11/10/2025
Forvis Mazars is an equal opportunity employer. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Forvis Mazars US by 2x. We welcome applicants in Cincinnati, OH.
Note: This position is posted for informational purposes and reflects current compensation guidelines and locale-based ranges. The company reserves the right to modify the role or compensation at any time.
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