Director, Federal Tax (Partnerships)
Join Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) as a Director within our Federal Tax team, focused on partnerships and pass‑through entities. A&M is a global consulting firm with more than 10,000 professionals operating in over 40 countries, dedicated to solving clients’ problems and fostering entrepreneurial, results‑oriented work.
About the role
The Director leads tax compliance and planning for partnership clients, manages multiple engagements, and mentors a multidisciplinary team. This position requires strong technical skills, client‑facing experience, and a commitment to building lasting relationships.
Responsibilities
- Manage tax compliance process for partners’ estimates, extensions, and annual filings for pass‑through entities
- Participate in tax‑planning for pass‑through clients and advise on tax implications of business objectives
- Assist with tax compliance and tax‑planning for selected partners’ individual taxes
- Lead special projects in technical areas such as tax basis balance sheets, initial capital account set‑up, capital account maintenance, tax distribution calculations, taxable gain calculation, and tax structuring opportunities
- Manage risk, resources, staffing, and financial performance for multiple engagements, including billing, collections, and project budgets
- Lead client calls to understand critical areas of importance and apply technical knowledge to specific client situations
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary team and clearly communicate work plan, project objectives, and timelines
- Build client relationships and demonstrate a working knowledge of client businesses
- Supervise, develop, mentor, and motivate Associates, Senior Associates, and Managers through 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 the project team
- Demonstrate commitment and desired behaviors while working with others that have diverse experiences, skills, and perspectives
- Conduct day‑to‑day management of accounts to ensure timely and accurate work product
- Regularly support business development efforts, identifying opportunities for add‑on work, thought leadership, new client pitches, and process optimization
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
- 5+ years of experience with partnerships, resolving common and complex technical issues
- Licensed CPA
- Proven experience leading others while managing multiple work streams
- Success as a trusted tax and business advisor: building relationships, identifying and meeting client needs, delivering high‑quality deliverables
- Passion for training and mentoring staff
- Excellent verbal and written skills, with the ability to establish credibility and influence clients
- Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills
- Experience with all Microsoft Office products, especially Excel
- Experience with GoSystems, OneSource, and research software preferred
- Ability to simultaneously work on several projects and manage deadlines
- High motivation to learn and grow, actively identifying trends and new ideas to enhance solutions and approaches
- Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills
Your journey at A&M
We prioritize your professional and personal development through a robust performance process, continuous learning, and a meritocratic culture. Employees enjoy a competitive benefits package, including healthcare, flexible spending, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan with discretionary contributions, paid time off (vacation, personal days, 72 hours of sick time, federal holidays, a floating holiday, and parental leave), and access to ample training and mentorship.
The salary range for this position is $130,000 - $175,000 annually, dependent on education, experience, skills, and geography. A&M offers a discretionary bonus program based on individual and firm performance.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Alvarez & Marsal is an equal‑opportunity employer that promotes non‑discrimination in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions. We value diversity and inclusiveness in all aspects of our work.
Inclusive Diversity
Our entrepreneurial culture celebrates independent thinkers who positively impact clients and shape the industry. Inclusive diversity is embedded in our recruitment, development, business practices, and vendor partnerships, encouraging everyone to bring their whole self to work.
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