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Description
Associate, Global Transaction Tax
The team is part of A&M; Canada Tax Law, a network of seasoned tax professionals providing practical tax advice to corporate and private‑equity buyers throughout the transaction life cycle. By utilizing an integrated approach with deep operating and financial experience, the team quickly identifies potential deal breakers, value drivers and other key areas for our clients. Professionals have significant experience on the buy and sell side across all industries.
How Will You Contribute
Advising on tax‑productive structuring of M&A; transactions and corporate reorganizations
Reviewing and commenting on purchase agreements and disclosure schedules
Identifying and advising on matters to be addressed post‑closing, including integration related risks and opportunities
Modeling transaction scenarios
Performing tax due diligence, including reviewing target's historic tax profile, planning, tax examination, acquisition/disposition, and filing history to assess potential risks and opportunities
Responsibilities
Legal research, analysis and writing
Draft tax opinions and ruling requests to the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
Demonstrate an understanding of increasingly complex tax concepts and effectively apply tax knowledge to client situations
Develop and deliver quality tax planning approaches with timely and responsive services and work product that meets and/or exceeds client expectations
Perform due diligence including review of tax returns, financials, and other tax documentation to evaluate potential tax risks and opportunities
Review and comment on tax aspects of financial models
Review and comment on tax aspects of purchase agreements
Coordinate with state, local and international tax team members, as well as financial and operational due diligence team members, to deliver highest quality integrated work product
Develop and maintain client relationships
Qualifications
The candidate must be a member in good standing of a provincial bar and have between 3 and 5 years of professional experience focused on tax, preferably tax planning and commercial transactions.
Completion of the CPA Canada In-Depth Tax Program or a Master's program in taxation offered by a Canadian university is an asset.
Strong writing, analytical, research, Excel, and organizational skills
Strong communication, presentation, project management, and business development skills
Strong sense of personal motivation as well as the ability to work with a team
Ability to work in a dynamic, time‑sensitive environment
Benefits and Compensation
The salary range is $125,000 - $175,000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, A&M; offers a discretionary bonus program based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance. A&M; is committed to an accessible recruitment process that meets obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and other applicable legislation. Accessibility needs can be communicated to Human Resources at
[email protected].
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📌 Associate, Global Transaction Tax (Ontario)
🏢 Alvarez & Marsal
📍 Ontario