Federal Specialty (M&A) Tax | Senior Consultant

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FORVIS is a Top-10 professional services firm providing assurance, tax, and advisory services, driven by our commitment to using our forward vision to provide rewarding career opportunities and deliver unmatched client experiences. Learn more at FORVIS.com

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It is FORVIS's standard policy not to accept unsolicited referrals or resumes from any source other than directly from candidates.

• FORVIS expressly reserves the right not to consider unsolicited referrals and/or resumes from vendors including and without limitation, search firms, staffing agencies, fee-based referral services, and recruiting agencies.
• FORVIS further reserves the right not to pay a fee to a recruiter or agency unless such recruiter or agency has a signed vendor agreement with FORVIS.
• Any resume or CV submitted to any employee of FORVIS without having a FORVIS vendor agreement in place will be considered the property of FORVIS.

Requisition Number: 2234031

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External Description: Description & Requirements

How you will contribute:

• Lead and perform tax federal and state due diligence in concert with the Transaction Advisory Services Practice
• Identify post-close transitional tax services using the tax due diligence process
• Work with the Federal Tax Specialty Services Practice to support clients before, during, and after transactions, including sell-side diligence, structuring, tax modeling, transaction cost analyses, Sec 382 studies, and parachute payment analyses
• Research tax issues from larger tax practices, develop responses, and document findings through memos and position papers
• Assist the local office in identifying and documenting complex tax positions within tax returns and provisions
• Collaborate with or manage multi-disciplinary teams to provide industry expertise
• Stay updated on current tax developments and effectively apply knowledge to specific client situations
• Advise clients and deliver high-quality tax services and advice
• Oversee client engagements, including planning, budgeting, billing, and collections
• Train and mentor juniors in project management, research, and technical writing
• Develop and sustain strong client relationships
• Participate in client proposals and new business development opportunities
• Assist with practice and thought leadership initiatives, including alerts, articles, webinars, presentations, conference materials, podcasts, and interview preparation

We are looking for people who have Forward Vision and:

• Outstanding oral and written communication skills, capable at interacting effectively at all levels
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management abilities
• Meticulous attention to detail and adaptability in dynamic environments
• Growth-motivated in the development of internal and external client relationships, identifying client issues, and creating new services
• Ability to excel in fast-paced transaction settings, ensuring timely communications, and handling multiple projects
• Collaborative approach to build trust and foster a positive and inclusive culture

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2 years of experience in tax, preferably with a Big Four or Regional Firm
• Bachelor's degree
• CPA certification or Bar admission
• Strong skills in C-corporations, consolidated groups, and pass-throughs
• Strong tax research and writing skills
• Knowledge and experience with general tax returns

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1 year of supervisory experience
• Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting
• Master's in Taxation preferred (substitute JD for undergraduate and Master's degrees)

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City: Charlotte

State: North Carolina

Community / Marketing Title: Federal Specialty (M&A) Tax | Senior Consultant

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We nurture a deep understanding of our clients’ industries, delivering greater insight, deeper specialization and tailored solutions through people who listen to understand, are responsive and consult with purpose to deliver value.

About Forvis Mazars, LLP

Forvis Mazars, LLP is an independent member of Forvis Mazars Global, a leading global professional services network. Ranked among the largest public accounting firms in the United States, the firm’s 7,000 dedicated team members provide an Unmatched Client Experience® through the delivery of assurance, tax, and consulting services for clients in all 50 states and internationally through the global network. Visit forvismazars.us to learn more.

Forvis Mazars, LLP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or other protected classifications.
It is Forvis Mazars, LLP standard policy not to accept unsolicited referrals or resumes from any source other than directly from candidates.

Forvis Mazars, LLP expressly reserves the right not to consider unsolicited referrals and/or resumes from vendors including and without limitation, search firms, staffing agencies, fee-based referral services, and recruiting agencies.
Forvis Mazars, LLP further reserves the right not to pay a fee to a recruiter or agency unless such recruiter or agency has a signed vendor agreement with Forvis Mazars, LLP.Any resume or CV submitted to any employee of Forvis Mazars, LLP without having a Forvis Mazars, LLP vendor agreement in place will be considered the property of Forvis Mazars, LLP.