Tax Consultant (CPA)

Responsibilities

• Handle tax due diligence activities for merger and acquisition transactions, particularly on the buy-side; but also on the seller-side
• Assess and analyze tax implications of merger and acquisition transactions
• Develop tax-efficient structuring solutions for clients
• Identify potential tax risks and opportunities
• Prepare and review tax returns and other necessary tax documents
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal tax laws and regulations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including attorneys and other advisors, to implement tax strategies
• Provide tax advisory services to clients, including advising on tax implications of different merger and acquisition strategies
• Stay updated on tax legislation changes that may impact merger and acquisition transactions
• Support McNees’ Corporate & Tax practice group
• Collaborate with and support other practice groups at McNees
• Assist in the negotiation process from a tax perspective
• Communicate tax strategies to clients and stakeholders
• Conduct thorough research and analysis
• Assist attorney with various technical tax issues

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• Licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• 7+ years’ experience with Federal & State sales tax, particularly multi-state
• Experience working on M&A transactions required
• Experience working in public accounting firm preferred
• In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local income and sales tax laws; and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Ability to interpret and apply complex tax laws
• Knowledge of a broad range of corporate tax matters in various industries (and pass through tax implications)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High ethical standards and professional integrity