Senior Manager – Compensation & Benefits / Payroll Tax Advisory

Andersen • Foster City, CA

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About The Position

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Manager to join our Compensation & Benefits and Payroll Tax Advisory practice. This role is ideal for a deep technical expertise with excellent client service mindset, in global payroll tax, fringe benefits, payroll audits, mobility workforce management and stock compensation plans, who also thrives in an independent, client-facing, business development-driven environment. You will lead complex client engagements, mentor junior staff, and play a key role in expanding our market presence through thought leadership, relationship building, and innovative service offerings.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Tax, Finance, or related field; CPA, JD, or Enrolled Agent preferred.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in employment tax, payroll compliance, or compensation consulting, preferably in a Big 4 or similar consulting environment.
• Proven track record of managing complex client engagements and leading cross-functional teams.
• Strong understanding of Federal and State payroll taxation, payroll systems, equity compensation, fringe benefits, and worker classification rules.
• Proficient in conducting research independently on complex tax topics.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for growing business and developing innovative solutions.
• Experience with global mobility or international payroll tax issues.
• Familiarity with Workday, ADP, or other payroll platforms.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis upon hire. Andersen will not consider candidates for this position who require sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future (e.g., H-1B status).

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on U.S. federal, state, and local payroll tax compliance, including but not limited to fringe benefits, equity compensation, mobile workforce taxation, and worker classification.
• Lead payroll tax audits and manage risk mitigation strategies for clients.
• Provide guidance on global compensation planning, cross-border payroll issues and HR program related policies.
• Interpret and apply IRS, and state-level regulations to client-specific scenarios.
• Collaborate with various Andersen stakeholders to excel in client-specific deliverables.
• Manage and mentor a team of consultants and managers across multiple engagements.
• Review technical deliverables and ensure high-quality client service.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation within the team.

Benefits

• Our firm offers a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being, growth, and long-term success of our people. We are committed to recognizing individual contributions and providing resources that enable our employees to thrive both personally and professionally.
• Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage. Employees may enroll in the firm’s 401(k) plan upon hire. We offer 160 hours of paid time off annually, along with twelve paid holidays each calendar year. For a full listing of benefit offerings, please visit https://www.andersen.com/careers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees