Tax Director - Employee Benefits, Senior Expert

EisnerAmper; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

EisnerAmper is seeking a Tax Director for the Employee Benefits Group to lead technical, strategic, and operational aspects of the employee benefits tax practice. The role serves as the firm’s senior authority on Sections 409A, 83(b), and 457, advising on executive compensation and retirement plan tax implications.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in EB taxation, leadership experience, and strong ERISA knowledge, with a track record in client management and business development.

Qualifications

• CPA, JD, or LL.M. in Taxation required.
• 10+ years of experience in employee benefits taxation and deferred compensation.
• Deep expertise in Sections 409A, 83(b), and 457.
• Experience leading a tax group in a public accounting or law firm.
• Strong ERISA and payroll tax reporting knowledge.
• Excellent communication and business development skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as senior technical authority on 457 plans for tax-exempt and governmental entities.
• Ensure 409A compliance for non-qualified deferred compensation plans.
• Guide clients on tax implications of executive compensation arrangements.
• Provide guidance on qualified and non-qualified retirement and welfare benefit plans.
• Deliver technical reviews of benefit plan documents and tax filings.
• Mentor and develop professionals in the Employee Benefits Tax practice.
• Support recruitment and build a high-performing team.

Skills

Tax expertise

Executive compensation

Public accounting

Client management

Communication skills

Business development

ERISA knowledge

Education

CPA

JD

LL.M. in Taxation

Job description

EisnerAmper is seeking a Tax Director for the Employee Benefits Group to lead technical, strategic, and operational aspects of the employee benefits tax practice. The role serves as the firm’s senior authority on Sections 409A, 83(b), and 457, advising on executive compensation and retirement plan tax implications.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in EB taxation, leadership experience, and strong ERISA knowledge, with a track record in client management and business development.