International M&A Tax Manager

Job Summary

Are you ready to shape high‑impact international M&A tax strategies that drive business value?

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.

This role sits within our Corporate Tax team , supporting strategic tax operations across our global footprint.

The International Tax Manager (M&A) role is based on the East Coast, U.S., and offers a remote or hybrid work arrangement.

The role is based remotely, with East Coast candidates preferred due to time zone.

Be part of a strategic, collaborative, and solution‑oriented team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

Where You’ll Make a Difference

Assist in developing, modeling, and implementing efficient tax structures related to the company’s ongoing deal activity.

• Complex tax projects such as cross-border mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, reorganizations, and legal entity rationalization.
• Evaluate and quantify tax impacts under multiple transaction scenarios, including basis step‑ups, attribute usage, and structural implications.
• Support comprehensive tax due diligence by collecting and analyzing target-company financial, tax, and operational data to identify exposures and opportunities.
• Support M&A‑related tax compliance and reporting requirements throughout the deal lifecycle.
• Prepare documentation, memoranda, reports, and presentations for complex M&A tax matters.
• Collaborate closely with Corporate Development, Legal, Finance, and external advisors to ensure aligned, effective project execution.
• Assist with post‑acquisition or post‑divestiture tax integration activities to support proper reporting and compliance.

What Makes You the Right Fit

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of five years of experience in US international tax from a public accounting firm, law firm, or large multinational corporation. Public accounting experience is preferred.
• Experience managing the implementation of cross-border tax projects; working with cross‑functional stakeholders (legal, accounting, treasury, etc.). This experience in the context of M&A is a plus.
• Extensive knowledge of US international tax principles and calculations (Subpart F, GILTI, BEAT, and Section 163(j)) is required.
• Strong understanding of U.S. federal and state tax rules related to mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel for financial modeling and scenario analysis.
• Experience using ERP systems or accounting tools such as SAP or Oracle.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex tax topics.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.

How Would You Stand Out?

• Experience working in a corporate tax department or public accounting firm supporting cross-border M&A transactions.
• Experience with international tax planning or cross-border integration activities.
• Familiarity with legal entity rationalization or internal restructuring initiatives.

Why Choose Us?

• Competitive compensation with comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth in a global, innovation-driven organization.
• A flexible remote work environment with East Coast collaboration.
• A culture built on integrity, curiosity, and collaboration.
• The chance to work on impactful, high‑visibility transactions in a dynamic corporate landscape.
• Supportive leadership committed to mentorship and career development.

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation or disability.

Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more.

Salary Ranges: $162,912 – $203,640