Description Robert Half Management Resources is recruiting a strong independent contributor SVP of Tax Planning with deep expertise in Mergers and Acquisitions (M& A) to support our entertainment client on a 3-month engagement (100% remote). The SVP of Tax Planning will report directly to the EVP of Tax and support several ongoing high-impact transactions. The SVP of Tax Planning will be pivotal in advising on the tax implications of complex M& A deals. This individual will be responsible for reviewing and analyzing legal documents and collaborating with cross-functional teams, including legal, finance, corporate development, and external advisors. Responsibilities: • Advise on tax implications associated with complex mergers and acquisitions. • Review and analyze legal documents pertaining to M& A transactions. • Collaborate with various teams including legal, finance, and corporate development. • Work alongside external advisors to ensure the best outcomes for all transactions. • Utilize your expertise in Entity Formation, Income Tax Provision, and Tax Research & Planning. • Leverage your skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint Presentation to create decks and explain deal structures. • Draft and amend key tax-related provisions in purchase, sale, and partnership agreements. • Use your hands-on experience in closing transitions with M& A transactions. • Oversee the process of drafting legal documents related to M& A deals. Requirements • Minimum of 10 years of experience in tax planning and M& A • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Juris Doctor (JD) is preferred • Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field • Proficient in entity formation and income tax provision • Strong skills in tax research and planning • Experience with mergers and acquisitions (M& A) is essential, ideally with private equity firms • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (i.e. basic modeling) and PowerPoint presentation is required • Ability to draft agreements and legal documents effectively • Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws • Proven record of successful tax strategy implementation • Strong technical tax expertise (CFC analysis, 987 regulations, provisions, purchase agreements) • Ability to analyze, draft, amend, and negotiate key tax-related provisions in purchase, sale, and partnership (LLC) agreements. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .