Overview
This role leads tax transaction engagements supporting merger and acquisition activity, including buy-side and sell-side transaction tax work. Responsibilities include performing tax due diligence, interpreting U.S. federal income tax law, and delivering detailed findings and recommendations to clients.
Responsibilities
- Lead buy-side and sell-side transaction tax engagements
- Perform tax due diligence for middle market companies and private equity investors
- Apply and interpret U.S. federal income tax law in support of tax due diligence exercises
- Write detailed reports presenting diligence findings to clients
- Manage engagements, including preparing and presenting tax findings and concepts
- Advise clients on maximizing opportunities and minimizing risks related to mergers and acquisitions, including recommendations in the context of valuation and deal structuring alternatives
- Develop and propose creative solutions to engagement and transaction risks; manage problem resolution
- Review and critique project databooks and reports prepared by project team members
- Interface with senior executives of clients and target companies
- Advise clients on preparation for exit and help resolve lingering tax issues prior to close
- Manage and prioritize team responsibilities; proactively consult with Directors and Managing Directors
- Work on multiple projects of varying size and complexity
- Play an integral role in developing relationships with current and prospective clients, identifying market opportunities, and articulating value
Preferred Qualifications
- 8+ years of applicable work experience in tax compliance and consulting, or other M&A experience
- Advanced MS Excel skills and strong working knowledge of other MS Office applications, specifically PowerPoint
- Extensive experience in project management, including planning, organizing, coordinating, and managing staff, clients, and/or partners to complete projects successfully
- Demonstrated ability to learn and succeed in a fast-paced and unconventional work environment
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Experience managing multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Master’s degree in Accounting, Taxation or related field
- Licensed CPA/equivalent certification
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required
- 8 years of experience in public accounting or related field
- 5 years supervisory experience
- Must have active CPA or equivalent certification
- Ability to manage all aspects of client engagements
- Ability to manage deadlines, work on multiple assignments, and prioritize each assignment as necessary
- Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of the organization, internally and externally
- Proficient use of applicable technology
- Must be able to travel based on business needs
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