Managing Director, Consulting - Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Experience Required

11 - 20 years

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor's Degree

Compensation

$7.25 / hourly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

First (Day)

Job Description

General information

Name

Managing Director, Consulting - Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Posting Title

Managing Director, Consulting - Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Ref #

2237554

Date Published

Monday, September 14, 2026

City

Birmingham

State

Alabama

Country

United States

Job Category

Other Consulting Services

Advertised Location

US-KY-Bowling Green

Working time

Full Time

Description & Requirements

We are seeking an experienced and entrepreneurial professional to join our growing Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) practice as a Managing Director, ESOP Consulting & Administration.

This leadership role offers the opportunity to work closely with business owners, executive leadership teams, trustees, and boards of directors to design, implement, and administer ESOP solutions that support long-term business success and employee ownership strategies.

As a Managing Director, you will lead complex client engagements, provide strategic ESOP guidance, mentor professionals, and help drive the growth and expansion of our ESOP practice. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with exceptional leadership, relationship management, and business development skills.

What You Will Do:

Lead ESOP feasibility studies, ownership transition strategies, and transaction planning engagements

Serve as the primary advisor for key ESOP clients, delivering strategic guidance and an exceptional client experience

Oversee ESOP transaction execution and coordinate activities among clients, trustees, lenders, legal counsel, valuation professionals, and internal engagement teams

Direct ESOP administration services, including recordkeeping, participant allocations, compliance testing, and regulatory reporting

Lead the preparation and review of repurchase obligation studies and long-term forecasting analyses

Provide technical expertise related to ESOP regulations, ERISA requirements, and applicable tax laws

Identify client challenges and develop practical, risk-balanced solutions that support client objectives

Build, develop, and mentor high-performing teams while fostering a collaborative culture

Collaborate across service lines to deliver integrated solutions and strengthen client relationships

Support practice growth through business development activities, networking, thought leadership, referrals, and marketplace visibility

Identify opportunities to expand services within existing client relationships and generate new business opportunities

Contribute to strategic initiatives that enhance operational effectiveness, scalability, and service delivery

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field

11+ years of progressive experience in ESOP consulting, administration, transaction advisory, valuation, or related employee benefits services

Strong knowledge of ESOP regulations, ERISA requirements, and relevant tax laws

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including complex financial modeling, formulas, macros, and data analysis

Proven success leading client engagements and serving as a trusted business advisor

Demonstrated experience coaching, mentoring, and developing professionals

Strong business development and relationship management capabilities

Exceptional written, verbal, presentation, and executive-level communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering high-quality client service

CPA, CEPA, CFA, ASA, or other relevant professional designation preferred

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated ability to build, grow, and scale a professional services practice

Proven success developing new client relationships and generating revenue opportunities

Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence and collaborate across multiple stakeholder groups

Strategic mindset with a focus on innovation, continuous improvement, and results

Commitment to talent development, mentorship, and team-building

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About Forvis Mazars, LLP

Forvis Mazars, LLP is an independent member of Forvis Mazars Global, a leading global professional services network. Ranked among the largest public accounting firms in the United States, our 7,000+ team members deliver assurance, tax, and consulting services to clients in all 50 states and internationally.

With a legacy spanning more than 100 years, we're building something different. We are guided by a shared promise: Together, we create extraordinary experiences. That means delivering an Unmatched Client Experience while creating a workplace where relationships matter, learning fuels growth, and every person feels valued and supported to thrive.

What We Offer

Our robust total rewards program and flexible work environment reflect our commitment to people, careers, and well-being-empowering our team to grow and thrive while delivering exceptional service. To explore what makes working at Forvis Mazars special, visit www.forvismazars.us/careers.

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Job Type

Full time

Benefits Offered

Not specified

Veteran Preference

No

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

2237554