About the position
Are you passionate about being part of a successful team? Be a part of our Tax Team! At Baker Hughes our purpose is clear; We take energy forward making it safer, cleaner, and more efficient for people and the planet. Our team provides industry-leading products and services that optimize the extraction, production, and processing of energy. We champion entrepreneurial culture to unlock our full potential by bringing energy to the world. As a Senior Tax Manager, you will partner closely with our Global Tax Planning executive, specializing in Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A). This highly visible role will focus on providing strategic tax guidance for complex transactions, including due diligence and structuring. You will also support the Company’s goal of optimizing our global tax position, driving planning initiatives, and ensuring tax efficiency across jurisdictions, while maintaining compliance and aligning with corporate growth objectives.
Responsibilities
- Support the Company strategy in collaborations with legal, finance and business development teams on tax strategy for acquisitions, divestitures, and business reorganizations
- Lead and manage tax due diligence for buy-side and sell-side M&A transactions
- Advise on tax-efficient structures for domestic and international transactions
- Analyze and interpret complex tax laws and regulations related to corporate acquisitions, divestitures and reorganizations
- Review and advise on stock and asset purchase agreements, tax indemnities and purchase price allocations
- Evaluate tax implications of deal financing structures (e.g. debt vs equity, step-up in basis)
- Support integration planning from a tax perspective post transaction
- Partner with external advisors and internal stakeholders on tax modelling and compliance issues
- Monitor changes in tax legislation and regulations that may impact M&A activity
- Review and analyze Joint Venture Agreements and cross-border investments for tax efficiency and alignment with departmental strategies
- Preparation of comprehensive research and technical memorandums for audit ready transaction binders
- Support the development and implementation of comprehensive cash tax and effective tax rate (ETR) planning strategies and assisting with tax attribute planning and monetization initiatives
- Partner with regional tax leaders to understanding emerging global tax issues, implications to the Company, and recommend actions for tax savings and mitigation opportunities
- Coordinate with transfer pricing team to align intercompany policies with planning goals
- Evaluation and assessment of tax implications pertaining to treasury activities such as intercompany lending, distributions and foreign exchange risk management
- Assistance in developing tax efficient funding and repatriation opportunities
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Tax, Business, or related field required
- Advanced degree strongly preferred: Master's in Taxation, JD, and/or LL.M.
- CPA certification strongly preferred
- 7-10 years + of merger and acquisition and international corporate tax experience
- Experience with public accounting national office tax technical work in M&A and international activities preferred
- Strong knowledge of US and international tax laws, regulations, and planning strategies
- Solid understanding of tax implications in corporate restructuring, M&A, and international operations
- Excellent analytical skills with ability to identify tax optimization opportunities
- Outstanding communication skills to present complex tax matters clearly and concisely
- Ability to work effectively with senior leadership and across departments
- Experience collaborating with Treasury, Legal, and FP&A functions
- Proficiency with tax research tools and software applications
- Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
- Comfort with navigating ambiguity and evolving tax regulations (e.g., Pillar Two, BEPS)
Benefits
- Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
- Comprehensive private medical care options
- Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
- Tailored financial programs
- Additional elected or voluntary benefits
- Participation in Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k)
