M&A Tax Manager

M&A Federal Tax ManagerLocation: Fully Remote – USASalary: Up to $200,000 per annum

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Position OverviewAn established professional services firm is seeking an experienced M&A Federal Tax Manager to join its growing Transaction Tax practice.
This is an excellent opportunity for a tax professional with a strong foundation in US Federal Tax and at least 3 years of experience in M&A Tax, Transaction Tax or related advisory work.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting private equity groups and corporate clients through complex transactions, including acquisitions, divestitures, restructurings and other strategic business activities.
Working closely with clients and senior engagement leaders, you will provide technical tax expertise, identify transaction-related risks and opportunities, and deliver practical recommendations to support effective deal structuring and execution.
This position offers the opportunity to develop your expertise in a growing practice while working remotely with a diverse range of clients and transactions.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage federal tax due diligence engagements relating to acquisitions, divestitures and other business transactions.Advise clients on M&A tax structuring, identifying tax-efficient approaches and potential federal tax implications.Analyse federal tax exposures, risks and opportunities associated with target companies and proposed transactions.Review federal tax returns, financial information and supporting documentation to identify material tax issues.Oversee the preparation of due diligence reports, presenting findings and recommendations clearly to clients.Work directly with private equity investors, corporate buyers, target company management teams and other stakeholders.Manage multiple engagements simultaneously, ensuring high-quality deliverables and adherence to deadlines.Identify federal tax considerations relating to corporate reorganisations, acquisitions, divestitures and post-transaction integration.Provide technical guidance and review work completed by junior team members.Build strong client relationships and contribute to the continued development of the firm's M&A and Transaction Tax practice.
Candidate RequirementsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.At least 3 years of experience in M&A Tax, Transaction Tax or related transaction advisory work.Strong technical knowledge of US Federal Tax, particularly corporate taxation and its application to business transactions.Experience in public accounting, professional services, corporate tax or a relevant advisory environment.Practical exposure to tax due diligence, transaction structuring, acquisitions or divestitures.Ability to identify complex tax issues and translate technical findings into commercially relevant recommendations.Strong project management skills, with the ability to oversee multiple engagements and meet deadlines.Excellent communication skills and confidence engaging with clients and senior stakeholders.Experience reviewing work and supporting the development of junior team members.A CPA, JD, LL.M. in Taxation or Master's in Taxation would be advantageous.
Salary & BenefitsSalary up to $200,000, depending on experience.Fully remote working arrangement within the USA.Exposure to complex M&A transactions and sophisticated corporate and private equity clients.Opportunity to develop within a growing specialist Transaction Tax practice. xzbcwsv A collaborative environment offering technical development and long-term career progression.