Director, Federal Tax (Corporate)

Alvarez & Marsal Deutschland GmbH; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 130,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consulting firm is seeking a Director in Federal Tax to manage tax provision and compliance services for multinational companies. The role involves advising clients on complex transactions, managing teams, and ensuring high-quality deliverables. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, and significant experience in tax compliance and accounting.

Benefits

Healthcare plans

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Flexible spending and savings accounts

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience with accounting for income taxes (ASC 740).
• CPA or Licensed Attorney required.
• Proven experience leading teams and managing multiple work streams.

Responsibilities

• Manage tax provision preparation projects for quarterly and annual reporting.
• Advise clients on income tax accounting aspects of complex transactions.
• Supervise, develop, mentor, and motivate Associates and Senior Associates.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical

Research

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

OneSource Income Tax

OneSource Tax Provision

Job description

Location: Morristown, NJ, United States
Date Posted: May 6, 2025

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

One of the largest pillars in our Tax practice is Federal Tax. This team specialize in providing corporate tax provision and compliance services to multinational public and private companies, with an expertise in ASC 740 accounting for income taxes. Due to our tremendous growth, we're seeking a Director to join our team.

How you will contribute

As a Director within Federal Tax you will:

• Manage tax provision preparation projects for quarterly and annual reporting for both SEC registrants and private entities
• Manage U.S. tax compliance projects for multinational, public, and private equity portfolio companies
• Manage risk, resources, staffing and financial performance for multiple engagements at once including billing, collections and project budgets
• Advise clients on income tax accounting aspects of complex transactions, including IPO readiness, acquisitions, corporate restructurings, restatements, and post-bankruptcy fresh start accounting
• Lead special projects in specific technical areas such as corporate transactions, tax basis balance sheets, valuation allowance assessment, accounting for uncertain tax positions, indefinitely reinvested earnings assertion, outside basis differences, and share-based payments
• Review clients’ income tax accounting processes and internal controls for assessment of risk and remediation actions
• Identify key tax issues and accurately quantify the impact to in a clear, concise, and thoughtful analysis
• Build client relationships and demonstrate a working knowledge of client businesses
• Conduct day-to-day management of accounts to ensure delivery of timely and accurate work product
• Supervise, develop, mentor, and motivate our Associates, Senior Associates and Managers by actively participating in their advancement through on-the-job training, providing performance feedback, counseling, and fostering our team-based atmosphere
• Manage workload and deadlines for Associates, Senior Associates, and Managers with a focus on quality, efficiency, and effectiveness of the project teams
• Demonstrate commitment and desired behaviors while working with others that have diverse experiences, skills and perspectives
• Regularly supports business development efforts. Sees opportunities for add on work, thought leadership, new client pitches, and optimizing the compliance process

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 5 + years’ experience with accounting for income taxes (ASC 740) and corporate tax compliance with demonstrated ability to resolve all common and many complex technical issues
• CPA or Licensed Attorney
• Prior proven experience leading others while managing multiple work streams
• Demonstrated success as a trusted tax and business advisor: building relationships, identifying and addressing client needs, and delivering high quality deliverables
• Passion for training and mentoring staff
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to establish credibility and influence clients
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills
• Advanced user of all Microsoft Office products (with an emphasis on Excel)
• Experience with OneSource Income Tax and OneSource Tax Provision preferred
• Ability to simultaneously work on several projects and effectively manage deadlines
• High motivation to learn and grow and actively identify trends and new ideas for enhancing solutions and approaches
• Detail-oriented and possess strong organizational skills

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. Clickhere for more information regarding A&M’s benefits programs.

The salary range is $130,000 - $175,000 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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Inclusive Diversity

A&M’s entrepreneurial culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who can 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 the main reasons our people love working at A&M. Inclusive Diversity means we embrace diversity, and we foster inclusiveness, encouraging everyone to bring their whole self to work each day. It runs through how we recruit, develop employees, conduct business, support clients, and partner with vendors. It is the A&M way.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is Alvarez & Marsal’s practice to provide and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, family medical history, genetic information or other protected medical condition, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by and in accordance with applicable laws. Employees and Applicants can find A&M policy statements and additional information by region here .

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