Senior Director

Senior Director, Global Transaction Tax (State and Local Tax/SALT)

Senior Director, Global Transaction Tax (State and Local Tax/SALT)

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry.

The Team

A&M's Global Transaction Tax team is composed of seasoned tax professionals experienced in providing practical tax advice to corporate and private equity clients throughout the transaction life cycle. The team uses an integrated, focused, and tailored approach to rapidly identify and understand potential deal breakers, value drivers, and other areas of specific interest to our clients.

How you will contribute

• Perform due diligence, including review of tax returns, financials, and other documentation to evaluate potential tax risks and opportunities;
• Review and comment on tax aspects of financial models, purchase agreements, and structuring calculations;
• Take ownership of assigned workstreams, ensuring timely review and constructive feedback of deliverables;
• Coordinate with federal and international tax team members, as well as financial and operational due diligence team members;
• Draft client-ready reports summarizing the tax issues and attributes identified during diligence;
• Draft exposure calculations to quantify any issues identified during diligence;
• Oversee, develop, mentor, and delegate work to a team of staff;
• Take a leading role in client communications, including verbal updates regarding issues identified and recommended next steps;
• Manage client relationships by communicating and responding to client expectations;
• Identify, track, and pursue new business development opportunities;
• Design, implement, and participate in firm initiatives (eg, trainings, technical articles, client events).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or Finance required;
• Advanced Degree/Certification required: CPA, MST, MAcc, JD or LLM;
• At least 9 years of relevant experience in a mergers & acquisitions tax practice at a Big 4 firm, Big Law firm, or similar firm, and at least 6+ years of experience in state and local tax;
• Deep knowledge of, and experience with, federal and state income tax, non-income tax, and unclaimed property issues;
• Strong writing, analytical, research and organizational skills;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Strong sense of personal motivation as well as the ability to work with a team;
• Ability to work in a dynamic, time-sensitive environment;
• Ability to give and receive constructive feedback.

Your journey at A&M

We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person's unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning and rewards your contributions.

Regular employees working 30 or more hours per week are entitled to participate in Alvarez & Marsal Holdings' fringe benefits consisting of healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, AD&D, and disability coverages, as well as a 401(k) retirement savings plan.

The salary range is $175,000 - $225,000 annually, dependent on several variables including education, experience, skills, and geography. A&M offers a discretionary bonus program based on individual and firm performance.

Alvarez & Marsal recruits on an ongoing basis. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) that they are qualified for and that are of interest to them.

Diversity & Inclusion

A&M's culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who can positively impact our clients and shape our industry. We embrace diversity and foster inclusiveness, encouraging everyone to bring their whole self to work each day.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is Alvarez & Marsal's practice to provide and promote equal opportunity in employment without discrimination based on various protected characteristics.