Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Tax Manager at GHJ

Denver, Colorado, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
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Accounting, Tax Advisory, Transaction ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Five or more years of tax experience with at least 3 years in M&A tax
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting (or Business, with emphasis in Accounting) or JD required
  • Master's of Science degree in Taxation or a JD/LLM highly preferred
  • CPA or state bar admission required
  • Minimum of forty hours of continuing education each year to maintain and develop technical and business skills, as well as license requirements
  • Proficient technical skills including application and interpretation of U.S. federal income tax law (Subchapter C corporations, partnerships, consolidated groups, tax efficient structuring, use of debt, reorganization provisions of the Internal Revenue Code)
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills with experience in performing research and providing quality written tax technical advice
  • Strong interpersonal skills, including proven experience liaising with clients
  • Self-starter with ability to work independently and use good judgment
  • Understands personal and team roles; contributes to positive working environment by building relationships, seeking/providing guidance, clarification, and feedback

Responsibilities

  • Manage/lead M&A tax consulting engagements, including tax due diligence, cross-border and domestic tax structuring, cross-border financing, and modeling tax consequences of acquisitions and dispositions
  • Perform discrete tax consulting engagements such as Section 382 analysis, gross up analysis, domestic or foreign earnings and profits calculation, basis calculation, purchase price allocation, and transaction costs analysis
  • Review and model complex partnership operating agreements and sales agreements
  • Prepare written memoranda documenting research and analyzing outcomes based on application of facts to tax law
  • To the extent required, review and assist with tax compliance related to transactions
  • Proactively assist in the firm’s initiatives including blogs, articles, webinars, and others
  • Maintain knowledge of general economic and political trends of possible tax or other legislation that could affect the business climate

Skills

Tax Due Diligence
Tax Structuring
Section 382 Analysis
Gross Up Analysis
Earnings and Profits Calculation
Basis Calculation
Purchase Price Allocation
Transaction Costs Analysis
Partnership Operating Agreements
US Federal Income Tax
Subchapter C Corporations
Partnerships
Consolidated Groups
Debt Financing Structuring
IRC Reorganizations

GHJ

Accounting and advisory services for nonprofits

About GHJ

GHJ provides accounting and advisory services tailored to nonprofit organizations, food and beverage companies, entertainment and media businesses, and health and wellness sectors. The firm focuses on building strong relationships with clients to support their growth and success. GHJ's services include audit, tax, and advisory, and they leverage their affiliation with HLB International to connect clients with a global network of accounting professionals in over 158 countries. This extensive network allows GHJ to offer clients access to resources and expertise from top firms worldwide. GHJ differentiates itself from competitors through its commitment to personalized service and its recognition as a top workplace, having received multiple awards for employee satisfaction. The firm's goal is to empower clients and its employees to thrive and create a better future.

Los Angeles, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1953Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Consulting, Social ImpactIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Performance Bonus
Professional Development Budget

Risks

Emerging boutique firms in Los Angeles increase competition.
AI-driven software reduces demand for traditional accounting services.
Nonprofit tax regulation changes require rapid adaptation.

Differentiation

GHJ specializes in nonprofit, entertainment, and health and wellness sectors.
Affiliation with HLB International provides global reach and resources.
Recognized as a top-20 largest accounting firm in Los Angeles.

Upsides

Growing demand for ESG reporting creates new service opportunities.
Remote work trend boosts demand for virtual CFO services.
AI integration enhances efficiency and value-added services.

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