Director, National Tax Office (International Tax) (Finance)

Description

Director, National Tax Office (International Tax)

About Alvarez & Marsal

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 collaborative environment and engaging work-guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity-are why our people love working at A&M.

The Team

Our National Tax Office (NTO) provides clients with access to domestic and global tax experts to advise clients on complex tax issues and deliver insights on evolving regulations and other tax developments. Our group of seasoned professionals are trained across all tax disciplines to advise clients on current and future needs. A&M Tax relies on the deep technical expertise its NTO professionals bring, to help our clients and professionals.Our NTO group also helps foresee potential future implications by closely monitoring the ever-changing tax law, regulations and emerging trends to alert clients and A&M professionals on changes in the industry to help navigate them seamlessly. Due to our increased growth across the Tax practice, we are seeking a Director with expertise in international tax to join our NTO team.

How you will contribute

• Develop and deliver top-tier tax planning advice that not only meet but exceed client expectations. Your work will include researching and writing tax opinions and memoranda, working with others in NTO to obtain private letter rulings, and structuring complex transactions.

• Provide tax consulting services to a full range of A&M Tax clients across the broader Tax practice, with emphasis on transactional issues in the private equity and corporate M&A space. Collaborate with colleagues across A&M Tax to deliver comprehensive and integrated tax advice to their clients.
• Ensure A&M Tax stays ahead of the curve by monitoring and interpreting the latest tax-related developments, legislative changes, and regulatory updates. Provide strategic insights to ensure our practices remain at the cutting edge.

• Lead market and business development activities. Collaborate with A&M Tax's practices to identify and pursue new client service opportunities, expanding the firm's reach and impact.

• Play a pivotal role in the continued growth of A&M Tax's NTO, setting new standards for excellence and innovation in tax planning. Drive initiatives that enhance the quality and efficiency of tax services.

Qualifications

• Licensure:Must hold an active CPA license (MST or M.Acc. preferred) or be admitted to a bar (LL.M. in Taxation preferred).

• Experience:7-10+ years of progressive international tax consulting experience at a large law or CPA firm.
• Skills:
• Strong writing, analytical, research, and organizational skills, including experience with tax modeling and quantitative tax analysis.
• Excellent communication, presentation and project management skills. Comfortable engaging with clients and colleagues on complex tax issues, with the ability to translate those issues into clear, actionable insights.

• Self-motivated and accountable, with a collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Thrives in a dynamic, time-sensitive environment. Track record of driving engagements forward and delivering results.

• Capability to manage, develop, and mentor staff in a collaborative team setting.
• Tax Knowledge:
• Significant, progressive experience advising U.S. and foreign multinationals on complex U.S. international tax matters, including outbound issues (e.g., Subpart F, foreign tax credits, Section 367, income sourcing and characterization) and inbound issues (e.g., withholding taxes, FIRPTA, tax treaties, U.S. trade or business taxation).
• Deep understanding of U.S. international transactional tax issues, including anti-inversion rules (e.g., Sections 367 & 7874) and Subchapter C provisions (e.g., Sections 304, 368, 351).
• Experience advising private equity firms and financial investors, including specialized areas such as PFIC considerations and fund structuring.
• Client Relationships: Demonstrated experience of leading engagements involving the design, implementation and documentation of US international tax planning strategies for both US and non-US multinational corporations and investors.

• Location: Must be willing to work in the New York, NY office.

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, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.

We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.

Regular employees working 30 or more hours per week are also entitled to participate in Alvarez & Marsal Holdings' fringe benefits consisting of healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, AD&D, and disability coverages at rates determined periodically as well as a 401(k) retirement savings plan. Provided the eligibility requirements are met, employees will also receive an annual discretionary contribution to their 401(k) retirement savings plan from Alvarez & Marsal. Additionally, employees are eligible for paid time off including vacation, personal days, seventy-two (72) hours of sick time (prorated for part time employees), ten federal holidays, one floating holiday, and parental leave. The amount of vacation and personal days available varies based on tenure and role type. Click here for more information regarding A&M's benefits programs

The salary range is $175,000 - $225,000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, A&M offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance. Please ask your recruiter for details.

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