Senior Director, Corporate Transaction Tax & Advisory (CTTA)

Alvarez & Marsal; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

401(k) retirement savings

Job summary

Alvarez & Marsal seeks a Senior Director for Corporate Transaction Tax & Advisory (CTTA) to guide complex tax strategies across M&A transactions. You will lead tax planning efforts, manage due diligence, and oversee cross-border initiatives, working closely with senior client executives.

The role emphasizes leveraging tax attributes, structuring, and planning to optimize deal value, including integration planning post-close. A broad background in tax strategy and client leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• 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 client service.
• Oversee tax due diligence efforts, including review of tax returns and financials to evaluate tax risks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of tax planning approaches for client engagements.
• Oversee tax due diligence including review of tax returns and financial statements.
• Strategize and execute post-merger integration strategies for clients.

Skills

Advanced tax concepts

Client relationships

Project management

Communication

Education

CPA

JD with accounting

Master’s in Taxation

LL.M. in Taxation

Tools

Excel

Job description

Description

Senior Director, Corporate Transaction Tax & Advisory (CTTA)

About Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals. 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

A&M's Corporate Transaction Tax & Advisory (CTTA) team is composed of seasoned tax professionals experienced in providing practical tax advice to corporate buyers and sellers throughout the transaction life cycle. By utilizing an integrated approach with A&M professionals with deep operating and financial-related experience, the team uses a focused and tailored approach to rapidly identify and understand potential deal breakers, value drivers, and other areas of specific interest to our clients. Our professionals advise on all aspects of M&A, including structuring, due diligence, and post-deal integration, as well as core tax planning matters such as internal restructurings, tax attribute modeling and planning, and other strategic initiatives - helping clients navigate complex transactions and optimize outcomes. The team has significant experience supporting both buy- and sell-side transactions, as well as planning engagements, across industries including healthcare, financial institutions, energy, technology, and consumer products.

How You Will Contribute

• 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.

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 a 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.

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 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.