Global Employer Services Senior Manager-Employment Tax

Job Description The GES Senior Manager is responsible for overseeing a team of professionals to support clients in managing global payroll liabilities, minimizing compliance risks, and identifying and recovering overpaid global payroll. The position reviews written global payroll advice, evaluates alternative courses of action to lessen global payroll burden and compliance costs, and identifies potential changes in global payroll policy and regulations. The role also oversees key metrics, develops marketing material, engages in networking and business development, and applies new policies to tax compliance while collaborating with Core Tax Principals and Directors to provide global payroll expertise to clients. Responsibilities Research Identify all situations when research is necessary and review staff write‑up on investigation of identified topics Analyze researched facts and the sources utilized Prepare studies of global payroll implications and outline alternative courses of action for clients 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 global payroll and reporting burdens Manage engagements to ensure engagement metrics are achieved Collaborate with Business Development team and other strategic parties to drive global payroll compliance service offerings Tax Consulting Oversee staff handling inquiries from federal and state agencies regarding global payroll issues Review responses to examiner questions and challenges Monitor implementations of work plans for global payroll consulting projects Provide recommended solutions by combining global payroll knowledge with business/industry insight Tax Controversy Represent clients before any global payroll authority on contested issues Respond to all questions from federal or state agencies Coordinate responses to questions from global taxing authorities Tax Specialization Act as an industry expert in Global Payroll Services Identify cross‑selling opportunities with other tax specializations Manage Global Payroll Services provided to assigned clients Develop tools and/or improvements to enhance the efficiency of the practice Strategy Development Develop new or improved ideas to advance the position of clients, the firm, or personnel through global payroll management Participate in relevant industry groups Lead marketing campaigns and external Global Payroll Services initiatives Review payroll‑related templates and process flows for global use Supervisory Responsibilities Supervise day‑to‑day workload of tax GES Managers, Senior Associates, Associates, and interns on engagements and review work product Ensure staff are trained on all relevant tax software Evaluate performance and assist in goal and objective development to enhance professional growth Deliver periodic performance feedback and complete evaluations for all team members Act as career advisor to team members as appropriate Education & Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required; focus in Accounting, Finance, or Business preferred Master’s degree in Accounting, Taxation, or Business preferred Juris Doctorate preferred Experience Eight (8) or more years of employment tax experience required Experience supervising employment tax professionals on a project or engagement basis required Experience with corporate taxation preferred License / Certifications CPA certification or Enrolled Agent certification preferred Software Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word preferred Exposure to and familiarity with standard global payroll applications and research tools preferred Other Skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Superior analytical and research skills Solid organizational skills with strong attention to detail and ability to meet project deadlines Ability to multi‑task while working independently or within a group environment Capacity to manage a team of tax professionals and delegate work assignments effectively Capability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and client personnel Ability to encourage a team environment and contribute to professional development of assigned personnel Executive presence and ability to act as primary contact on assignments 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 and understanding of cause/effect for taxable conditions on clients and potential tax issues Salary Range National: $99,750 – $262,500 NYC/Long Island/Westchester: $99,750 – $262,500 Washington DC: $99,750 – $262,500 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. 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