BDO USA
Specialized Tax Services-Employment Tax Manager-Global Payroll Focused
BDO USA, Detroit, Michigan, United States, 48228
Specialized Tax Services-Employment Tax Manager-Global Payroll Focused
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BDO USA Job Summary
A Specialized Tax Services (STS) Employment Tax Manager is responsible for assisting clients with setting up global payroll, managing U.S. employment tax liabilities, minimizing global compliance risks, and identifying and recovering overpaid U.S. employment taxes. The STS Employment Tax Manager provides written employment tax advice, evaluates alternate courses of action to lessen the employment tax burden and cost of compliance, and identifies potential changes in employment tax policy and regulations. The role also includes marketing, networking, and business development within the area of experience and specialization, and collaborating with Core and Expatriate Tax Principals, Directors, and Senior Managers to provide employment tax expertise to their clients. Responsibilities
Research: Identify all situations when research is necessary and conduct appropriate investigation; analyze researched facts and sources; prepare studies of U.S. employment tax implications and outline alternative courses of action; partner with other Core Tax and Specialized Tax Services professionals to resolve complex and contentious matters. Tax Compliance: Ensure clients comply with applicable authorities while identifying options for managing client’s employment tax and reporting obligations; work with leadership to oversee various federal and state employment tax compliance efforts for clients (Forms 941/940, W2, state tax registrations, amended returns, etc.); manage engagements to ensure engagement metrics are achieved; collaborate with Business Development team and other strategic parties to drive employment tax compliance and advisory service offerings. Tax Consulting: Handle all inquiries from federal and state agencies regarding all employment tax issues and questions; assist clients with multi‑state employment tax compliance, including policy design and implementation in relation to remote and mobile workers; identify federal and state employment tax overpayment and tax savings opportunities for clients in relation to M&A transactions; perform research on complex employment tax reporting and withholding scenarios; identify Employee Retention Credit and other COVID‑19‑related payroll tax credit opportunities; monitor implementations of work plans for employment tax consulting projects; provide recommended solutions and instructions for proper payroll set‑up. Tax Controversy: Represent clients before any employment tax authority on contested issues; respond to all questions from federal or state agencies; draft responses to examiner questions and challenges. Tax Specialization: Act as an industry expert in STS Employment Tax Services; identify cross‑selling opportunities with other tax specializations; manage STS Employment Tax Services for assigned clients; develop tools and/or improvements to enhance the efficiency of the STS Employment Tax Services practice. Strategy Development: Develop new or improved ideas to advance the position of clients, the firm or firm personnel through the management of employment taxes; participate in relevant industry groups; lead marketing campaigns. Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervise the day‑to‑day workload of STS Employment Tax Senior Associates and Associates on assigned engagements and review work product; ensure STS Employment Tax Senior Associates, Associates and Interns are trained on all relevant tax software and BDO templates; evaluate the performance of STS Employment Tax Senior Associates and Associates and assist in the development of goals and objectives to enhance professional development; deliver periodic performance feedback and complete performance evaluations for STS Employment Tax Senior Associates, Associates, and Interns; act as Career Advisor to STS Employment Tax Senior Associates and Associates, as appropriate. Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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, required. Experience supervising employment tax professionals on a project or engagement basis, required. Experience with 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. Salary
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 Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. BDO USA, P.A. is an EO employer M/F/Veteran/Disability. 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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Specialized Tax Services-Employment Tax Manager-Global Payroll Focused
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BDO USA Job Summary
A Specialized Tax Services (STS) Employment Tax Manager is responsible for assisting clients with setting up global payroll, managing U.S. employment tax liabilities, minimizing global compliance risks, and identifying and recovering overpaid U.S. employment taxes. The STS Employment Tax Manager provides written employment tax advice, evaluates alternate courses of action to lessen the employment tax burden and cost of compliance, and identifies potential changes in employment tax policy and regulations. The role also includes marketing, networking, and business development within the area of experience and specialization, and collaborating with Core and Expatriate Tax Principals, Directors, and Senior Managers to provide employment tax expertise to their clients. Responsibilities
Research: Identify all situations when research is necessary and conduct appropriate investigation; analyze researched facts and sources; prepare studies of U.S. employment tax implications and outline alternative courses of action; partner with other Core Tax and Specialized Tax Services professionals to resolve complex and contentious matters. Tax Compliance: Ensure clients comply with applicable authorities while identifying options for managing client’s employment tax and reporting obligations; work with leadership to oversee various federal and state employment tax compliance efforts for clients (Forms 941/940, W2, state tax registrations, amended returns, etc.); manage engagements to ensure engagement metrics are achieved; collaborate with Business Development team and other strategic parties to drive employment tax compliance and advisory service offerings. Tax Consulting: Handle all inquiries from federal and state agencies regarding all employment tax issues and questions; assist clients with multi‑state employment tax compliance, including policy design and implementation in relation to remote and mobile workers; identify federal and state employment tax overpayment and tax savings opportunities for clients in relation to M&A transactions; perform research on complex employment tax reporting and withholding scenarios; identify Employee Retention Credit and other COVID‑19‑related payroll tax credit opportunities; monitor implementations of work plans for employment tax consulting projects; provide recommended solutions and instructions for proper payroll set‑up. Tax Controversy: Represent clients before any employment tax authority on contested issues; respond to all questions from federal or state agencies; draft responses to examiner questions and challenges. Tax Specialization: Act as an industry expert in STS Employment Tax Services; identify cross‑selling opportunities with other tax specializations; manage STS Employment Tax Services for assigned clients; develop tools and/or improvements to enhance the efficiency of the STS Employment Tax Services practice. Strategy Development: Develop new or improved ideas to advance the position of clients, the firm or firm personnel through the management of employment taxes; participate in relevant industry groups; lead marketing campaigns. Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervise the day‑to‑day workload of STS Employment Tax Senior Associates and Associates on assigned engagements and review work product; ensure STS Employment Tax Senior Associates, Associates and Interns are trained on all relevant tax software and BDO templates; evaluate the performance of STS Employment Tax Senior Associates and Associates and assist in the development of goals and objectives to enhance professional development; deliver periodic performance feedback and complete performance evaluations for STS Employment Tax Senior Associates, Associates, and Interns; act as Career Advisor to STS Employment Tax Senior Associates and Associates, as appropriate. Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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, required. Experience supervising employment tax professionals on a project or engagement basis, required. Experience with 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. Salary
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 Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. BDO USA, P.A. is an EO employer M/F/Veteran/Disability. 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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