Vice President, M&A Tax

Leo Berwick; United States; Remote; USD 200,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited paid time off

Flexible working arrangements

Pension & retirement contributions

Monthly fringe benefit stipend

Additional wellness benefits

Job summary

A mergers and acquisitions consulting firm is seeking a Vice President, M&A Tax to oversee deals and provide high-quality tax advice. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in tax due diligence and deal structuring from a prestigious firm. This role offers competitive compensation, unlimited paid time off, and flexible working arrangements. Join a collaborative team that values initiative and excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in tax due diligence, deal structuring, and post-merger integration.
• Experience planning and executing projects, including managing budgets.
• Strong writing, research, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee international and domestic M&A deals, performing tax due diligence.
• Provide timely and quality tax advice to exceed client expectations.
• Review tax aspects of merger agreements and legal documents.
• Review merger agreements and tax opinions.
• Mentor Senior Associates and Associates.
• Ensure timely delivery within budgets and deadlines.

Skills

Tax due diligence

Deal structuring

Complex tax concepts translation

Leadership

Analytical skills

Client management

Education

JD or Master’s in Finance, Accounting, or Tax Law

Job description

Leo Berwick is an innovative mergers and acquisitions tax consulting firm. We are comprised of experienced advisors from global law and accounting firms that add value to transactions as trusted partners throughout the deal life cycle. At Leo Berwick, we hire the best and the brightest. Our teams deliver a dedicated and customized service to every client.

As a growth-stage company, we move quickly, work collaboratively, and value people who take initiative and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Our culture is grounded in high performance, continuous learning, and the shared ambition to build something exceptional, together.

What we’re looking for

Leo Berwick is looking for a Vice President, M&A Tax to join our growing deal team.

You’re the right fit for this role if –

• You currently work at a Big 4 or Big Law firm in their transactional tax group, and you’re tired of the conflict-of-interest rules dictating which deals you work on and the red tape.
• You have M&A tax down to a fine art and dance circles around your peers, but you only earn a fraction more than them because of bureaucracy.
• You want to learn from the best, help grow the practice, and be rewarded for your efforts. Our cash compensation packages are significantly higher than other Big 4 accounting firms and consulting practices. Less overhead means lower rates for our clients and higher compensation for you.
• Unlimited paid time off including 2 weeks of disconnected time off annually
• Flexible working arrangements – remote and location flexibility
• Pension & retirement contributions
• Monthly fringe benefit stipend (up to $400)
• Additional benefits to support your physical and mental wellness

Responsibilities

• Oversee international and domestic M&A deals, including performing tax due diligence and tax structuring services
• Be a trusted advisor for every Leo Berwick client and partnership
• Provide timely and quality tax advice, always aiming to exceed client expectations
• Work closely with Partners and Directors on business development and various technical tax issues dealing with Subchapter C, Subchapter K, inbound and outbound international tax issues
• Review and assist clients in the quantitative and qualitative analysis of the tax data in their financial projections for the transaction
• Review tax aspects of merger agreements and legal documents; provide tax opinion memorandums
• Develop, motivate, and train Senior Associates and Associates

Qualifications

• JD or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Tax Law, or a related field
• Minimum 4 years of experience in tax due diligence, deal structuring, and post-merger integration at a Big 4, corporate tax department, or Big Law firm
• 4 years of experience planning and executing projects, including managing budgets
• Translate complex tax concepts into clear, actionable insights for clients and stakeholders
• Demonstrate strong writing, research, analytical, communication, and presentation skills
• Operate effectively in a fast-paced, professional services environment, managing competing priorities
• Uphold exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to technical excellence and quality control
• Demonstrate strong leadership by mentoring junior team members and driving team performance
• Take ownership of deliverables, ensuring timelines are met in a deadline-driven environment
• Manage multiple engagements simultaneously, balancing client expectations and internal priorities
• Apply critical thinking and sound judgment to solve complex problems and drive client outcomes proactively

How to Apply

• Email your application to [e-mail]
• Use the exact subject line: Your Name, Vice President, M&A Tax
• Attach a PDF copy of your resume to the email.
• Share one to two sentences about why you’re interested in this role

Equal Opportunity Statement

Leo Berwick provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type with regard to race, age, ancestry, color, creed, disability status (physical or mental), gender, marital status, legally-protected medical condition (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, gender identity or expression, genetic information, sexual orientation, military, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.