Taxation & Compensation Specialist

Husch Blackwell LLP is a full-service litigation and business law firm with multiple locations across the United States, serving clients with domestic and international operations.

At Husch Blackwell we believe that diverse, equitable and inclusive teams lead to better outcomes. Husch Blackwell is committed to retaining, recruiting, developing, and promoting talented lawyers and business professionals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We foster an engaged, diverse, and inclusive team culture of accountability and purpose that makes our Firm and our communities better.

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation.  If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Taxation & Compensation Specialist position. This position may be filled in a hybrid or remote capacity, in our Chattanooga, Jefferson City, Kansas City, Madison, Milwaukee, Nashville, Omaha, Springfield, or St. Louis locations or in The Link virtual office, with a preference for candidates based in St. Louis. For hires based in a city with a physical office, onsite expectations will be 1–2 days per month. 

The Taxation & Compensation Specialist provides administrative and analytical support to the Taxation and Partner Compensation team. Assists with the preparation, reconciliation, and distribution of partner compensation and tax-related documents. Ensures accuracy of data, maintains records, and supports compliance with firm policies and relevant tax regulations. Works under the supervision of senior team members to meet critical deadlines and deliver high-quality service to internal stakeholders. Essential functions include:

• Assist in the preparation and organization of schedules and documents related to the partnership tax return. 
• Support the distribution and tracking of Partner K-1 forms and follow up on routine partner inquiries. 
• Provide administrative support for the Partner Loan Program (PLP), including data entry and document management. 
• Reconcile partner account balances and assist with preparation of true-up calculations under the direction of senior staff. Assist with semi-monthly exception calculations for Partners 
• Assist with the year-end reconciliation process for partner equity accounts and related tax filings. Monitor and summarize updates to tax laws as directed by senior team members.
• Assist with true-up payment calculations. 
• Coordinate scheduling of meetings, document collection, and communication for the tax return and audit processes. Supports with the compensation review cycles, including data integrity, system set-up, communications, and review of pay change submissions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• 4-year degree with major coursework in related field required; or combination of education and commensurate work experience required.
• 1+ years of experience in Accounting and/or Finance.
• Some experience in a tax-related field required.
• Experience with K-1's and partnership business models in a large legal or professional services financial department is preferred.
• Knowledge of domestic accounting and tax guidelines/standards is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

Please include a cover letter and resume when applying.

EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Vet. Principal Applicants Only.

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