BDO USA · 2 days ago
Global Employer Services-Retirement Plan Services Senior Associate-401(k) and ESOP Administration Focused
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$74K/yr - $131K/yr
2+ years expBDO USA is a leading accounting and advisory organization, and they are seeking a Senior Associate in Global Employer Services with a focus on retirement plan services. The role involves maximizing client benefits through effective tax strategies, compliance, and compensation consulting.
AccountingConsultingFinancial Services
Responsibilities
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
Analyzes 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
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
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
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
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
Qualification
Required
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
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
Preferred
Master's degree, preferred
focus in compensation and/or strategic service consulting, preferred
Certified Compensation Professional, CPA certification or other relevant certification, preferred
Statistical software packages, preferred
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word, preferred
High proficiency in English, both verbal and written (including technical writing skills), preferred
Benefits
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits
Annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock
Company
BDO USA
BDO USA renders taxation, audit, assurance, advisory, and business outsourcing services to companies across all sectors of the economy.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.3BKey Investors
Apollo
2023-08-15Debt Financing· $1.3B
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Catherine Moy
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