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Managing Director, M&A Tax Diligence

Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60601, USA
Listing for: Ladders
Full Time, Remote/Work from Home position Listed on 2026-11-08
Job specializations:
  • Finance & Banking
    Corporate Finance, Financial Analyst, Financial Compliance, Tax Law
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 225000 - 275000 USD Yearly USD 225000.00 275000.00 YEAR

Job Description & How to Apply Below

For our client, we are seeking a Managing Director, M&A Tax Diligence to join the team of a leader in the Legal & Accounting space.

This role will lead tax diligence efforts on complex transactions, with a strong emphasis on identifying risk, uncovering opportunities, and delivering practical guidance that supports informed deal decisions. The position partners closely with financial diligence professionals and transaction stakeholders to align tax findings with the broader deal narrative. It is well suited for a senior tax advisor who can bring structure, judgment, and clarity to high-stakes M&A activity.

The role also helps refine the company’s tax diligence approach and frameworks across multiple engagements.

Location:

Remote

Compensation: $225,000 – $275,000 annually

Responsibilities
  • Lead tax diligence work streams across multiple transactions
  • Evaluate entity structures and compliance gaps to identify tax risks and opportunities
  • Develop concise tax diligence reports with actionable recommendations
  • Coordinate with financial due diligence teams to align findings with broader transaction narratives
  • Shape and refine the company’s tax diligence methodology and frameworks
Qualifications
  • 15+ years of M&A tax experience, ideally with PE-backed transactions
  • Deep expertise in corporate tax structuring, partnership taxation, and state and local tax matters
  • Experience preparing detailed tax diligence reports for high-stakes transactions
  • Strong communication skills translating complex tax concepts into actionable insights
  • JD/LLM in Taxation, CPA, or equivalent credential preferred
Benefits
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with employer contribution
  • Paid time off, including vacation and sick leave
  • Paid parental leave
  • Hybrid and remote work flexibility
  • Professional development support
  • Employee ownership model participation

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.

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