at Mars, Incorporated in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job Description:
The Senior Tax Manager - Mergers and Acquisitions is responsible for leading tax strategy and operations throughout the M&A lifecycle, from due diligence and transaction structuring to contract review and negotiation. Reporting to the Global Tax Planning Director, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and external partners to optimize tax outcomes and mitigate risks associated with M&A activities. This role requires a dynamic leader with mastery of tax, valuation, and business principles, exceptional project management skills, and a passion for value creation.
What are we looking for?
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance from an accredited university required.
- Master's degree in taxation preferred.
- Certified Public Accountant license preferred.
Experience:
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in tax consulting, corporate tax, or M&A tax advisory roles, with a focus on transactional tax matters.
- Deep understanding of U.S. federal, state, and international tax laws and regulations, particularly as they relate to M&A transactions.
- Proven ability to manage complex tax due diligence processes and develop tax-efficient transaction structures.
- Excellent contract review and negotiation skills, with experience negotiating tax-related terms in M&A agreements.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Leadership experience, including the ability to mentor and develop team members.
What will be your key responsibilities?
M&A Due Diligence:
- Lead and coordinate tax due diligence processes for potential M&A transactions, evaluating tax compliance, business models and transfer pricing, tax exposures, and value creation opportunities.
- Conduct detailed reviews of target companies' tax positions, identifying risks and opportunities for tax planning and optimization.
- Prepare comprehensive due diligence reports and communicate findings to senior management and key stakeholders.
Transaction Structuring:
- Provide strategic tax advice and support in structuring M&A transactions to achieve optimal tax efficiency and mitigate tax risks.
- Analyze various transaction structures, including asset acquisitions, stock purchases, and reorganizations, to determine the most advantageous tax approach.
- Collaborate with legal, financial, and corporate development teams to develop and implement tax-efficient transaction structures aligned with business objectives.
Contract Review and Negotiation:
- Review and negotiate tax-related terms in M&A transaction documents, including purchase agreements, tax indemnification provisions, and representations and warranties.
- Collaborate closely with legal counsel to ensure tax considerations are appropriately addressed in transaction agreements and contracts.
- Advocate for favorable tax treatment and provisions that protect the company's interests during contract negotiations.
Tax Integration and Reporting:
- Partner with integration teams to facilitate the seamless integration of acquired companies from a tax perspective.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to address tax-related challenges and ensure compliance with integration timelines.
- Oversee tax compliance requirements related to M&A transactions, including tax reporting, filings,...
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