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Senior Director, Restructuring Tax Services

Alvarez & Marsal
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/8/2026
Description

Senior Director, Restructuring Tax Services

About Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M.

The Team

A&M Restructuring Tax Services (RTS) is a team of specialized tax professionals who advise debtors, creditors, and alternative parties on non-routine tax matters in bankruptcy and out-of-court restructurings. A&M RTS enables distressed companies to take control of tax issues arising throughout the restructuring process by planning around unanticipated cash tax leakage, optimizing the preservation of tax assets, and identifying risks and efficiencies from strategic transactions.

How You Will Contribute

As a valued member of the A&M Restructuring Tax Services team, your responsibilities will include:

  • Supporting the team in advising public and private companies on restructuring tax issues including cancellation of debt income (CODI), significant debt modifications, consolidated attribute reduction, in-court vs. out-of-court restructuring arrangements, cash tax modeling, and section 382 limitations
  • Conducting thorough research and analysis on relevant tax and bankruptcy code sections and regulations
  • Preparing comprehensive summaries of financial information for both public and private companies, contributing to our data-drive approach
  • Building and maintaining robust financial models and management presentations, playing a key role in our client communication
  • Participating in discussions with clients & their advisors
  • Supporting business development initiatives as the practice continues to grow, showcasing your ability to contribute to a dynamic and expanding team


Qualifications:

  • CPA, JD (with bachelor's degree in accounting, preferred), Masters in Taxation, or LLM
  • At least 9 years of relevant experience in a mergers & acquisitions tax practice at a Big 4 firm, Big Law firm, or similar firm, and at least 6 years of experience in restructuring tax
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a proven ability to articulate complex information in a clear and concise manner
  • Robust analytical skills, with a knack for dissecting complex problems and formulating effective solutions
  • High proficiency in spreadsheets, with a demonstrated ability to manage and manipulate large data sets
  • Proven ability to manage work on multiple projects simultaneously, with a track record of meeting deadlines without compromising quality
  • Strong desire to learn and grow professionally, with a commitment to continuous improvement
  • Ability to train and mentor junior team members, fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment


Your journey at A&M

We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person’s unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.

We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.

Regular employees working 30 or more hours per week are also entitled to participate in Alvarez & Marsal Holdings’ fringe benefits consisting of healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, AD&D, and disability coverages at rates determined periodically as well as a 401(k) retirement savings plan. Provided the eligibility requirements are met, employees will also receive an annual discretionary contribution to their 401(k) retirement savings plan from Alvarez & Marsal. Additionally, employees are eligible for paid time off including vacation, personal days, seventy-two (72) hours of sick time (prorated for part time employees), ten federal holidays, one floating holiday, and parental leave. The amount of vacation and personal days available varies based on tenure and role type. Click here for more information regarding A&M’s benefits programs

Alvarez & Marsal recruits on an ongoing basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) that they are qualified for and that are of interest to them.

A&M does not require or administer lie detector tests as a condition of employment or continued employment. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

The salary range is $175,000 - $225,000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, A&M offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance. Please ask your recruiter for details.

Inclusive Diversity

A&M’s entrepreneurial culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who can positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M’s core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are the main reasons our people love working at A&M. Inclusive Diversity means we embrace diversity, and we foster inclusiveness, encouraging everyone to bring their whole self to work each day. It runs through how we recruit, develop employees, conduct business, support clients, and partner with vendors. It is the A&M way.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is Alvarez & Marsal’s practice to provide and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, family medical history, genetic information or other protected medical condition, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by and in accordance with applicable laws. Employees and Applicants can find A&M policy statements and additional information by region here.

Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters

Please note that as per A&M policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that A&M will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.

Salary : $175,000 - $225,000

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