Description About Alvarez & Marsal 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 A&M's Global Transaction Tax team is composed of seasoned tax professionals experienced in providing practical tax advice to corporate and private equity clients throughout the transaction life cycle. Alongside A&M professionals with deep operating and financial-related experience, the team uses an integrated, 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 have significant experience on both buy side and sell side transactions across all industries, including education, energy, environmental services, financial institutions, healthcare, and software and technology.

How You Will Contribute As a member of the A&M Global Transaction Tax team, you will:

• Lead and oversee aspects of indirect tax, with a focus on transaction structuring, tax due diligence, and structuring.
• Utilize deep technical knowledge of the indirect tax laws to complex client issues, including indirect tax strategy, remediation and audits and assessments.
• Direct and manage diverse indirect tax engagements that will include advising on domestic and cross-border transactions, mergers & acquisitions, sales tax audits/examinations defense and assist with identifying applicable indirect tax obligations, obtaining registrations and on-going compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze and assess the indirect tax implications of business transactions including providing assistance with complex technical issues which may include researching various indirect tax laws and regulations, preparing memorandums and letters on complex indirect tax matters.
• Lead tax due diligence reviews to identify potential indirect tax risks and opportunities, providing actionable recommendations to mitigate tax exposure.
• Advise on the structuring and restructuring of corporate structures and business transactions considering indirect tax implications and regulatory requirements.
• Stay abreast of changes and new developments in indirect tax legislation and industry trends, proactively update and advise client of the changes and assist with adapting strategies and processes to reflect evolving standards and best practices.
• Provide guidance and training to internal teams on indirect tax matters.
• Manage client communications regarding indirect tax matters, including verbal updates regarding issues identified and recommended next steps.
• Clearly communicate work plan, project objectives, and timelines to multidisciplinary project teams.
• Build and maintain client relationships and demonstrate a working knowledge of client businesses; with opportunity to assume additional responsibility quickly.
• Encourage open expression of ideas and opinions and actively seek opportunities for others to share diverse experiences and perspectives.
• Assist with business development, including identifying opportunities for add-on work, creating business development resources, and developing proposal materials.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or Finance;
• A completed law degree or accounting designation CPA, MST, MAcc, LLB. JD and/or LLM (preferred)
• At least 7 years of relevant experience in an indirect tax practice at a Big 4 firm, Big Law firm, or similar firm. Experience working on tax due diligence engagements would be an asset.
• Thorough knowledge of, and experience with Canadian indirect tax issues, with the capability to perform research and effectively apply that knowledge and experience to client situations;
• Strong writing, analytical, research, and organizational skills;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Strong sense of personal motivation as well as the ability to work with a team;
• Ability to work in a dynamic, time-sensitive, and sometimes stressful environment;
• Ability to give and receive constructive feedback and implement changes to continually improve performance of self and those that report to you;

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.

A&M is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process that meets our obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code , the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and any other applicable legislation. We strive to maintain a strong and dynamic workforce that fosters respect and inclusivity for applicants of all abilities. Should you have any accessibility need(s) and/or require accommodation during the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources at HR@alvarezandmarsal.com and we would be pleased to assist you.

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.

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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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