Global Tax Chief Operating Officer

$300,000 - $500,000/Yr

Alvarez & Marsal - New York, NY

Part-time - Executive

New York, NY

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Global COO role at A&M Tax is a pivotal position responsible for overseeing daily operations and driving sustainable growth within the Tax practice. This role involves collaboration with various leaders globally and requires a seasoned leader with extensive experience in managing diverse business functions. The Global COO will report directly to the Global Tax Practice Leader and will play a crucial role in strategic planning, operational efficiency, and fostering an inclusive culture within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Global Tax Practice Leader in setting and driving organizational vision.
• Act as a member of the Tax Executive Committee.
• Work closely with Global Tax Country Leaders and the Chief of Staff to the Global Tax Practice Leader.
• Provide internal oversight and serve as a Performance Manager for Operations leaders in Sales Enablement & Revenue Growth, Technology, and Finance.
• Lead, provide guidance, and partner with the EMEA COO.
• Develop, implement, and communicate an actionable operations strategy aligned with short- and long-term goals/objectives.
• Develop processes and protocol for efficient and effective global expansion, understanding Tax nuances in new jurisdictions.
• Report regularly on global expansion plans and status.
• Lead company operations, project timelines, and employee productivity.
• Serve as the point of contact for global country leaders to understand their internal business functions/business plans.
• Communicate those plans/needs to ensure alignment with the mission and vision of the Global Tax Practice Leader.
• Monitor plans and help adjust as the organization changes and grows.
• Conduct analyses to evaluate internal operational performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Evaluate and improve upon administrative support functions.
• Assess and implement improved processes and innovative technologies, particularly with the Digital Tax team.
• Implement organizational policies and programs to drive operating capabilities and ensure performance expectations are met.
• Communicate processes and protocols for high adoption levels and adherence.
• Build and maintain trusting relationships with key internal stakeholders primarily within Tax and across A&M.
• Help build an inclusive culture and uphold A&M's values.

Requirements

• 15+ years' experience, preferably as Chief Operating Officer or similar relevant role.
• Comprehensive understanding of various internal business operations functions.
• Demonstrable expertise in strategic planning and management of daily operations.
• Experience with qualitative and quantitative aspects of business operations.
• Outstanding organizational, leadership, and project management capabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong experience in decision-making and problem-solving.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve problems quickly and foresee potential issues.
• Experience with establishing and implementing processes and procedures in a high growth environment.
• Ability to interface with team members in demanding, deadline-driven situations.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in an ever-changing environment.
• Proficient in PowerPoint and Excel.
• Ability to travel globally, as needed.
• Bachelor's Degree, Master's preferred.

Benefits

• Healthcare plans
• Flexible spending and savings accounts
• Life, AD&D, and disability coverages
• 401(k) retirement plan with discretionary contributions
• Paid time off including vacation and personal days
• Seventy-two (72) hours of sick time
• Ten federal holidays
• One floating holiday
• Parental leave
• Discretionary bonus program based on individual and firm performance