Global Employer Services Senior Associate-Retirement Plan Services-ESOP Administration Focused

BDO USA; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 74,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BDO Total Rewards

ESOP ownership

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

BDO USA is seeking a GES Senior Associate to develop and implement efficient methods to maximize client benefits, focusing on tax optimization for equity, deferred compensation, and corporate income taxes. The role covers research, compensation strategy, and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions.

The position emphasizes analytical rigor, leadership of junior staff, and collaboration with senior professionals to deliver strategic tax planning and advisory services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; focus in Business, Accounting, or Human Resources, preferred.
• Two (2) or more years of prior work experience required; focus in compensation and/or strategic service consulting, preferred.
• Master’s degree, preferred.
• Certified Compensation Professional, CPA certification or other relevant certification, preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify situations requiring research and outline issues with sources.
• Analyze researched facts and sources; compose detailed reports.
• Assist with compensation planning and benchmarking for executive compensation models.
• Ensure client compliance and identify options to minimize tax and reporting burdens.
• Review SEC filings and best practice guidelines to advise on compensation opportunities.
• Support in studies of market practices and tax/regulatory activities to identify action paths for clients.
• Supervise day-to-day workload of Associates and Interns; train on relevant software; deliver performance feedback.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written comms

Strong analytical skills

Multi-tasking ability

Client relationship building

Project management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or Human Resources

Master’s degree, preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Statistical software

Job description

Job Description

The GES Senior Associate is responsible for developing, recommending, and implementing efficient and effective methods to maximize client benefits, particularly by decreasing clients’ current and future taxes. The GES Senior Associate is also responsible for executing tasks relating to taxation of equity compensation, deferred compensation, and individual and corporate income taxes.

Job Summary

The GES Senior Associate is responsible for developing, recommending, and implementing efficient and effective methods to maximize client benefits, particularly by decreasing clients’ current and future taxes. The GES Senior Associate is also responsible for executing tasks relating to taxation of equity compensation, deferred compensation, and individual and corporate income taxes.

Job Duties

Research

• Identifies situations in which research is necessary, and provides an outline of the issue(s) as well as the appropriate source of research to be utilized
• Analyses researched facts and the sources utilized
• Composes detailed reports of the research findings
• Researches and assists with compensation planning and/or benchmarking for executive compensation models

Tax Compliance

• Ensures clients comply with applicable authorities while identifying options for minimizing compensation-related tax and reporting burdens
• Obtains required client information
• Accomplishes basic tasks as well as documents and organizes work product for review by senior Comp & Ben professionals

Compensation And Benefits Consulting

• Reviews SEC filings of public companies, survey data, issue briefs prepared by legal and accounting experts and “best practice” guidelines published by investor advisory groups as background for providing clients with creative approaches to compensation opportunities that promote shareholders’ interests
• Monitors tax and other regulatory actions regarding executive compensation rules, and advises clients on compliance strategies

Strategy Development

• Assists in the preparation of studies of market practices as well as tax and regulatory activities to identify alternative courses of actions to clients
• Develops an understanding of the impact of clients’ business objectives as they relate to the development of compensation strategies

Supervisory Responsibilities

Other duties as required

• Supervises the day-to-day workload and reviews work of Comp & Ben Associates and Interns on assigned engagements
• Ensures Associates and Interns are trained on all relevant software
• Assists in the development of Associates and Interns to enhance professional development
• Delivers periodic performance feedback, and completes performance evaluations for Associates and Interns

Education

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree required; focus in Business, Accounting, or Human Resources, preferred
• Master’s degree, preferred

Experience

• Two (2) or more years of prior work experience required; focus in compensation and/or strategic service consulting, preferred

License/Certifications

• Certified Compensation Professional, CPA certification or other relevant certification, preferred

Software

• Statistical software packages, preferred
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word, preferred

Language

• High proficiency in English, both verbal and written (including technical writing skills), preferred

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to successfully interact with professionals at all levels
• Strong analytical and research skills
• Solid organizational skills
• Ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
• Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment
• Capable of effectively managing a team of professionals, and delegating work assignments as needed
• Ability 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
• Moderate knowledge and understanding of legislative process regarding tax policy

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

National Range: $73,500 - $131,250

Maryland Range: $73,500 - $131,250

NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $73,500 - $131,250

Washington DC Range: $73,500 - $131,250

About Us

At BDO, how we show up matters. We build strong relationships by supporting one another, our clients, and our communities with care, curiosity, and a commitment to helping one another grow and succeed. Here, you’ll find meaningful work, leaders invested in your success, and opportunities to build a career around what matters most to you.

Our purpose is to be the people our clients count on to grow with confidence and achieve what matters most. Our values guide how we bring that purpose to life each day. Together, they shape how we work with one another, serve our clients, and create meaningful impact.

BDO provides assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and around the world. No matter your role, you’ll be part of a team helping clients navigate complexity and move forward with clarity.

We are proud to be an ESOP company, offering participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. As a qualified retirement plan, the ESOP is a meaningful addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. It also reinforces an ownership mindset that strengthens our connection to one another, our clients, and the future we’re building together.

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• Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets

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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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