Jack Raksnis
Senior Manager, Tax - Global Reward Services @KPMG US
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Manager, Tax - Global Reward Services @KPMG US
Dallas-Fort Worth, TX, US
M&A Transaction Advisory• Provide tax and HR due diligence for complex IPOs, mergers, acquisitions, and carve-outs (domestic and international)• Structure equity arrangements and advise on transaction tax deduction timing, earn-outs, and post-transaction retention programsExecutive Compensation• Design executive compensation strategies and consulting• Manage qualified and non-qualified benefit plans• Provide broad-based compensation consultingStock Plan Implementation• Implement global equity award plans (ESPP, RSUs, stock options) with comprehensive data validation and migration• Develop quality control processes and system improvements• Navigate complex global tax considerations across multiple jurisdictions for equity compensation programsTax Compliance & Strategy• Analyze economic impact of US tax code on compensation and benefits (IRC Sections 83, 162(m), 132, 274, 280G, 409A)• Specialize in Section 280G compliance for public and private companies across diverse industries, focusing on mitigation of excess parachute payments• Advise clients on tax reform implications for compensation structures• Assess deferred tax assets related to stock-based compensation, executive compensation limitations, meals and entertainment, and fringe benefits
EDUCATION
University of North Texas
Master of Science in Taxation, Accounting
University of North Texas
Bachelor of Science in Accounting
ABOUT JACK RAKSNIS
My recent work centers on leading transformational initiatives across Human Resources, Stock Plan Administration, and Tax functions for companies undergoing change, including M&A transactions, carve-outs, and IPO preparations. I excel at building robust processes and driving cross-functional collaboration during periods of significant organizational change. Core Expertise: • Executive compensation design / tax optimization • M&A and IPO compensation strategy • Regulatory compliance and risk management • Cross-functional process improvement • Strategic HR transformationIndustry Expertise: • Technology & Media • Finance & Insurance • Life Sciences • Energy
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