M&A Tax Strategy Director

Alvarez & Marsal Deutschland GmbH; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid time off (vacation, personal days

Job summary

Alvarez & Marsal Deutschland GmbH is seeking a Senior Director in Corporate Transaction Tax & Advisory (CTTA) to lead complex tax planning and due diligence for M&A transactions. You will oversee transfer pricing, post-merger integration strategies, and build senior-level client relationships while guiding teams across state, local, and international tax matters.

The role requires a CPA, JD or advanced tax degree with 9+ years in tax structuring and due diligence, preferably in a Big 4 or major

Qualifications

• CPA, JD (with bachelor's degree in accounting, preferred), Master’s in Taxation, or LL.M. in Taxation
• At least 9 years of relevant experience in mergers & acquisitions, tax structuring, due diligence, international tax planning, and other core tax planning practices at a Big 4 firm, Big Law firm, or similar firm
• Knowledge of accounting and financial reporting
• Strong understanding of the consolidated return regulations, tax-free reorganization provisions and cross-border tax planning considerations
• Strong writing, analytical, research, Excel, and organizational skills
• Ability to leverage emerging technologies (e.g., AI-enabled tools) to enhance analysis, workflow efficiency, and client deliverables.
• Strong communication, presentation, project management, and business development skills
• Strong sense of personal initiative and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to work in a dynamic, time-sensitive environment.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate an advanced understanding of complex tax concepts and apply that knowledge to client situations
• Lead the development and delivery of tax planning approaches, ensuring high-quality, timely, and responsive client service that meets and/or exceeds expectations
• Oversee tax due diligence efforts, including review of tax returns, financials, and other tax documentation to evaluate potential tax risks and opportunities
• Strategize and execute post-merger integration strategies
• Develop and deliver complex tax models, tax benefit analysis, and stock basis calculations
• Advise on and provide strategic insights on tax aspects of purchase agreements
• Lead coordination across state and local and international tax teams, as well as financial and operational due diligence team members; and
• Build, cultivate, and maintain senior-level client relationships, and support business development initiatives.

Skills

Advanced tax concepts

M&A tax planning

Due diligence

Cross-border tax planning

Client relationships

Project management

Communication skills

Excel

Education

CPA

JD

Master’s in Taxation

LL.M. in Taxation

Tools

AI-enabled tools

Job description

Alvarez & Marsal Deutschland GmbH is seeking a Senior Director in Corporate Transaction Tax & Advisory (CTTA) to lead complex tax planning and due diligence for M&A transactions. You will oversee transfer pricing, post-merger integration strategies, and build senior-level client relationships while guiding teams across state, local, and international tax matters.

The role requires a CPA, JD or advanced tax degree with 9+ years in tax structuring and due diligence, preferably in a Big 4 or major