M&A Tax & Transaction Advisory Associate

Alvarez & Marsal; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Alvarez & Marsal seeks an Associate for Corporate Transaction Tax & Advisory (CTTA) in the United States. You will support tax due diligence, transaction advisory engagements, and analysis of federal, state, and international tax matters.

The role offers exposure to buy- and sell-side transactions across industries, client interaction opportunities, and a path toward CPA eligibility and licensure. Summer 2027 start; must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a JD (3L), LL.M (Taxation), Master of Science in Taxation or Master of Accounting with an emphasis in Tax.
• Definitive plans for CPA eligibility and licensure in the state of your assigned office location or membership to a State Bar.
• Strong interest in mergers and acquisitions, transaction advisory, and tax consulting services.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Demonstrated initiative, intellectual curiosity, and a desire to learn and grow professionally.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based sponsorship now or in the future. A&M will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this role.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of tax due diligence and transaction advisory engagements for corporate clients.
• Analyze tax returns, financial statements, and other tax-related information to identify potential risks and opportunities.
• Conduct research and analysis on a variety of federal, state, and international tax matters.
• Participate in client calls and internal discussions to develop an understanding of transaction structures and key client objectives.
• Assist in the preparation of client deliverables, presentations, memoranda, and reports.
• Collaborate with professionals across the Tax practice to address client issues and support engagement teams.
• Effectively manage multiple priorities and communicate project status, timelines, and deliverables to team members.
• Seek opportunities to expand technical knowledge and develop a deeper understanding of transaction tax considerations.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Analytical thinking

Research skills

Time management

Multi-project management

Collaboration

Education

JD (3L) / LL.M (Taxation) / Master of Science in Taxation / Master of Accounting with Tax emphasis

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Alvarez & Marsal seeks an Associate for Corporate Transaction Tax & Advisory (CTTA) in the United States. You will support tax due diligence, transaction advisory engagements, and analysis of federal, state, and international tax matters.

The role offers exposure to buy- and sell-side transactions across industries, client interaction opportunities, and a path toward CPA eligibility and licensure. Summer 2027 start; must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.