Senior Tax Manager, Mergers

7 days ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States Mars Incorporated Full time
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, and disclosures.
  • Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations affecting M&A transactions and advise on potential impacts to the company.
Other Tax Planning and Strategy
  • Work with the Global Tax Planning Director and business leaders on strategic initiatives and special projects.
  • Identify opportunities for tax optimization, including tax-efficient structuring of transactions, utilization of tax incentives and credits, and implementation of transfer pricing policies to enhance overall tax efficiency.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including finance, legal, treasury, and business units, to provide tax advice and support for various initiatives, projects, and transactions.
What can you expect from Mars?
  • Work with over 140,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
  • Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
  • Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
  • An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.
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Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

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