Director, Global Tax Incentives

Overview

About Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 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 are guided by A&M\'s core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity.

The Team: We are currently growing our Global Tax Incentives (GTI) practice. A&M\'s GTI team helps identify overlooked opportunity areas across a range of industries where qualified credit activities exist and provides the tools needed to complete the complicated credit calculation. Our team of professionals assists clients in preparing and preserving the documentation required to support qualifying activities and departments. We are presently seeking a Director to join our national practice.

Responsibilities

• Work with multi-disciplinary teams to conduct research and development (R&D) tax credit consulting services, including leading interviews with client subject matter experts, writing technical memoranda, performing tax technical research, and developing quantitative workpapers supporting amounts claimed
• Assist on federal tax consulting services, including meals and entertainment, accounting method assessments, energy incentives, and meals and entertainment deductions
• Communicate directly with client personnel, including operations, finance, accounting, and engineering
• Manage and implement multiple projects simultaneously, which include client interviews, computations, analysis, data gathering and coordination of A&M and client resources
• Assist with tax research, responses to IRS inquiries, drafting IRS protest letters, and writing other technical memoranda as needed
• Travel to client sites as needed (approximately 25% of the time)
• Manage risk, resources, staffing and financial performance for multiple engagements at once including billing, collections and project budgets
• Identify key tax issues and quantify their impact in a clear, concise, and thoughtful analysis
• Build client relationships and demonstrate a working knowledge of client businesses
• Conduct day-to-day management of accounts to ensure delivery of timely and accurate work product
• Supervise, develop, mentor, and motivate Associates, Senior Associates and Managers through on-the-job training, performance feedback, counseling, and fostering a team-based atmosphere
• Manage workload and deadlines for Associates, Senior Associates, and Managers with a focus on quality, efficiency, and effectiveness of project teams
• Demonstrate commitment and desired behaviors while working with diverse teams
• Support business development efforts including opportunities for add-on work, thought leadership, new client pitches, and optimizing the compliance process

Qualifications

• 4-6+ years of experience working on Research and Development Tax Credit engagements
• Bachelor\'s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a STEM discipline
• Advanced Degree preferred: MA/MS, JD or LLM
• CPA or Licensed Attorney, or applicable certification required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to articulate complex information and to establish credibility and influence clients
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills
• Advanced user of all Microsoft Office products (with emphasis on Excel and advanced spreadsheets)
• Ability to work on several projects simultaneously and manage deadlines
• High motivation to learn and grow and actively identify trends and new ideas for enhancing solutions
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills to excel in a deadline-driven environment
• Prior proven experience leading others while managing multiple work streams
• Demonstrated success as a trusted tax and business advisor: building relationships, identifying client needs, and delivering high-quality deliverables
• Passion for training and mentoring staff

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 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 well-being, providing benefits and resources to support your personal journey. Our people highlight growth opportunities, an entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as key 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 entitled to participate in Alvarez & Marsal Holdings\’ fringe benefits, including healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, AD&D, and disability coverage, as well as a 401(k) retirement savings plan. Eligible employees may also receive an annual discretionary contribution to their 401(k). Paid time off includes vacation, personal days, sick time, federal holidays, a floating holiday, and parental leave. Vacation and personal days vary by tenure and role type. For more information, please refer to A&M\'s benefits programs.

The salary range is $130,000 - $175,000 annually, dependent on education, experience, skills, and geography. A discretionary bonus program is offered based on multiple factors, including individual and firm performance. Please consult your recruiter for details.

Equal Opportunity and Inclusion

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