Senior Associate, Indirect Tax

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 the reasons our people love working at A&M.

A&M's Global Transaction Tax team is composed of seasoned tax professionals experienced in providing practical tax advice to corporate and private equity clients throughout the transaction life cycle. Alongside A&M professionals with deep operating and financial-related experience, the team uses an integrated, focused, and tailored approach to rapidly identify and understand potential deal breakers, value drivers, and other areas of specific interest to our clients.

Our professionals have significant experience on both buy side and sell side transactions across all industries, including education, energy, environmental services, financial institutions, healthcare, and software and technology.

• Assist with all aspects of indirect tax, with a focus on transaction structuring, tax due diligence, and general advice on indirect tax matters.
• Assist in performing indirect tax due diligence including review of tax returns, financials, and other indirect tax related documentation to evaluate potential indirect tax risks and opportunities.
• Assist with research of ad‑hoc indirect tax advisory and compliance issues on federal and provincial matters.
• Assist with indirect tax compliance including but not limited to preparation of indirect tax registration applications, GST/HST/PST/QST returns, etc.
• Assist in managing indirect tax audits and inquiries from tax authorities, including collating and reviewing requisite documentation and information.
• Demonstrate an understanding of increasingly complex tax concepts and effectively apply indirect tax knowledge to client situations.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, understand their business needs and provide tailored tax advice.
• Keep up‑to‑date with tax legislation, regulations, other legislative and judicial developments, and industry trends.
• Assist with business development, including add‑on work, by creating business development resources and proposal materials.

• A completed law degree or accounting designation such as CPA, MST, MAcc, LLB, JD and/or LLM would be an asset.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience in an indirect tax practice at a Big 4 firm, Big Law firm, or similar environment. Experience working on tax due diligence engagements would be an asset.
• Basic knowledge of, and experience with Canadian indirect tax issues with the capability to perform research and effectively apply that knowledge and experience to client situations.
• Strong writing, analytical, research, and organizational skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong sense of personal motivation as well as the ability to work with a team.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, time‑sensitive, and sometimes stressful environment.
• Ability to give and receive constructive feedback and implement changes to continually improve performance of self and those that work with you.

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,…