Senior Tax Associate, National Tax Office – Compensation and Benefits

Armanino

Tax Senior Associate role at Armanino supporting executive compensation and benefits tax matters. Involves technical tax research, reporting considerations, and client communication.

Posted 6/19/2026full-timeSan Ramon • California, Utah, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $83,200 - $113,300 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support executive compensation and benefits tax matters, including equity compensation, deferred compensation and 409A, Sections 162(m) and 280G, payroll taxes, and related reporting considerations under ASC 718 and ASC 740
Research and prepare compensation planning and benchmarking analyses for executive compensation models
Perform technical tax research, identify when additional analysis is needed, and apply appropriate guidance
Support the partner team with practice strategy, planning, budgeting, and the development of new delivery capabilities to meet evolving market needs
Communicate with clients through clear verbal communication and professional written deliverables, including technical memoranda and tax opinions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in corporate tax, accounting, or legal
CPA, Juris Doctor or equivalent credential preferred
Experience with compensation & benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

executive compensationbenefits taxequity compensationdeferred compensation409ASections 162(m)Sections 280Gpayroll taxesASC 718ASC 740

Soft Skills

clear verbal communicationprofessional written communicationanalytical skillsstrategic planningbudgetingclient communication

Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree in AccountingCPAJuris Doctor