Senior Tax Advisor - Compensation & Benefits (Hybrid)

RSM US LLP; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM US LLP is seeking a Senior Associate on the Compensation and Benefits Tax Advisory team in Chicago. You will support client engagements, perform tax analyses and data entry, and collaborate with experienced team members to deliver compliant compensation and benefits solutions.

The role requires CPA eligibility or progress toward licensure, a Bachelor's in Accounting, and at least two years of tax experience. The position offers a hybrid work model with travel to client sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• CPA licensure eligibility by start date.
• Minimum of two years of Tax experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to meet client service, quality, and deadlines.
• Clear, professional communication with firm personnel and clients.
• Effective project management and multitasking skills.
• Willingness to travel to client sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Supporting project steps, deliverables, timelines, tools and methodologies used in compensation and benefits engagements.
• Deepening understanding of compensation and benefits tax laws, regulations and authority.
• Participating in client calls to discuss issues and next steps.
• Researching, analyzing and consulting on employee benefits and compensation issues and drafting communications (83, 162(m), 404, 409A, 280G).
• Reviewing tax implications of compensation plans including equity compensation and related transactions.
• Drafting responses to RSM federal tax compliance teams with client inquiries.

Skills

Strong communication

Project management

Microsoft Excel

Client service

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA eligibility

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

RSM US LLP is seeking a Senior Associate on the Compensation and Benefits Tax Advisory team in Chicago. You will support client engagements, perform tax analyses and data entry, and collaborate with experienced team members to deliver compliant compensation and benefits solutions.

The role requires CPA eligibility or progress toward licensure, a Bachelor's in Accounting, and at least two years of tax experience. The position offers a hybrid work model with travel to client sites as needed.