Associate, Compensation & Benefits Tax

Alvarez & Marsal; Greenwood Village (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

AD&D coverage

Disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Alvarez & Marsal is seeking an Associate in Compensation & Benefits Tax to deliver tax analysis and advisory services for retirement plans, executive compensation, and related matters. You will work across capabilities and contribute to complex engagements, building expertise and client impact.

The role emphasizes tax research, writing, and collaboration with cross‑functional teams to solve client challenges while advancing your professional growth at A&M.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Enrolled in accredited college/university and pursuing relevant degree (CPA eligibility or Bar).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to articulate complex information.
• Strong analytical skills and high proficiency in spreadsheets.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Interpret laws, regulations, and guidance in compensation & benefits tax.
• Draft memos and letters on compensation & benefits issues.
• Research tax reforms and SEC requirements for clients.
• Aggregate data in Excel for nondiscrimination testing and retirement plans.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Spreadsheet proficiency

Time management

Motivation to learn and grow

Ability to manage multiple projects

Strong work ethic

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPA eligibility or Bar admission

Tools

Excel

Job description

About Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results‑oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands‑on approach to solving our clients’ problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M’s core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M.

Associate, Compensation & Benefits Tax

We are looking for an Associate to join our Compensation & Benefits Tax practice. You will work with a team of professionals to advise companies of all sizes on qualified retirement plan issues, executive compensation issues, and various other compensation and benefits matters. You will gain unique experiences and valuable knowledge working across capabilities and sectors, and have the opportunity to take control of your career progression.

How You Will Contribute

As an Associate, you will focus on completing complex tax projects, participating in engagements requiring tax analysis/modeling for a variety of entities, providing tax & business advice in regard to complex transactions, and tax research & writing. You will further your analytical and communication skills while adding value for our clients by helping solve their complex problems.

Primary Responsibilities

• Interpreting and applying laws, regulations, judicial precedent and other guidance
• Drafting technical memorandums and letters related to compensation & benefits issues
• Research emerging issues such as Tax Reform and new SEC requirements to keep clients up‑to‑date on the regulatory environment
• Aggregating data in Excel to assist with complex nondiscrimination testing for qualified retirement plans, including issues related to complex controlled groups with multiple plans
• Assisting in the identification of compliance issues in qualified retirement plans, calculating corrections and drafting submissions for the IRS and DOL correction programs
• Reviewing executive compensation plans and agreements to ensure compliance with the various Internal Revenue Code and SEC requirements
• Benchmarking compensation against market data and developing reports to support compensation recommendations
• Assisting in the design of annual long‑term incentive awards while considering tax, accounting, and other regulatory ramifications
• Working on M&A transactions, including performing tax and HR calculations
• Assisting with marketing initiatives by writing articles, preparing pitch decks, researching targets, and developing presentations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• Enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree/major in accounting, finance, taxation, JD, LLM or other relevant field
• Preferably meeting minimum educational requirements for CPA eligibility and licensure in the state of your assigned office location, or membership to a State Bar
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to articulate complex information
• Strong analytical skills
• High proficiency in spreadsheets
• Ability to simultaneously work on several projects and effectively manage deadlines
• High motivation to learn and grow
• Must be authorized to work in the US without needing employment‑based sponsorship now or in the future. A&M will not sponsor applicants for US work visa status for this role

Your Journey at A&M

We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person’s unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top‑notch training and on‑the‑job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career. We prioritize your well‑being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey.

Compensation Statement

The annual base salary range is $80,000 – $95,000, dependent on several variables including education, experience, skills, and geography. A&M offers a discretionary bonus program based on individual and firm performance. Please ask your recruiter for details.

Benefits Summary

Regular employees working 30 or more hours per week are entitled to participate in Alvarez & Marsal Holdings’ fringe benefits, including healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, AD&D, and disability coverages, as well as a 401(k) retirement savings plan. Employees who meet eligibility requirements also receive an annual discretionary contribution to their 401(k) from A&M. Additionally, employees are eligible for paid time off including vacation, personal days, 72 hours of sick time (prorated for part‑time employees), ten federal holidays, one floating holiday, and parental leave. The amount of vacation and personal days available varies based on tenure and role type.

Application Deadline

Alvarez & Marsal recruits on an ongoing basis. Candidates are considered as they apply until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role that they are qualified for and that is of interest to them.