Tax Leader- Employee Benefits Group

About the role

EisnerAmper is seeking a Tax Leader for our Employee Benefits Group. The ideal candidate will lead and grow the Employee Benefits tax practice, providing comprehensive advice on executive compensation, deferred compensation, equity-based compensation, retirement plans, and employee benefit tax compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the Employee Benefits tax practice, including service delivery, practice development, and talent development.
• Establish the practice’s technical standards, methodologies, and internal quality review processes.
• Collaborate with firm leadership to expand service offerings and strengthen market presence within executive compensation and benefits advisory.
• Guide clients on the tax implications of executive compensation arrangements, equity incentives, severance programs, bonuses, and complex compensation packages.
• Provide guidance on qualified and non-qualified retirement plans, welfare benefit plans, and fringe benefits.
• Deliver technical reviews of benefit plan documents, agreements, and tax filings.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for key clients, including middle-market businesses, private equity-backed firms, and tax-exempt organizations.
• Provide proactive recommendations to clients regarding compensation structuring, tax risk mitigation, and compliance strategies.
• Review and advise on compensation arrangements during corporate transactions, including M&A due diligence and integration.
• Provide guidance to colleagues and clients for reporting on benefit-related tax filings, including Form W-2 reporting of deferred compensation and equity awards, Section 409A reporting, Section 83(b) elections and employer recordkeeping, and Section 457(b)/(f) plan reporting.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state tax regulations as well as related DOL and ERISA reporting obligations.
• Mentor and develop professionals across the Employee Benefits Tax practice.
• Conduct internal training on emerging developments in executive compensation, Sections 409A/83(b)/457, and benefits taxation.
• Support recruitment and help build a high-performing team with deep technical and client-service capabilities.

Requirements

• CPA, JD, or LL.M. in Taxation is required.
• 10+ years of experience in employee benefits taxation, executive compensation, and deferred compensation planning.
• Deep expertise in Sections 409A, 83(b), and 457, including plan document review, tax, and operational compliance.
• Prior experience leading a tax group or serving in a senior technical role within a public accounting firm or law firm.
• Strong understanding of ERISA, payroll tax reporting rules, and benefit-related reporting requirements.
• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to convey complex tax rules to non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated business development capability and experience managing client relationships.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field is preferred.
• Knowledge of 280G and 162(m) is a plus.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

• We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.
• We provide a flexible work schedule to support work-life balance.
• We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• We offer professional development opportunities and ongoing training.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $150,000 - $200,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Schedule

This is a full-time position with a flexible schedule to accommodate work-life balance.