Tax Manager: Lead Complex Returns & Client Strategy

Transaction Tax Manager Grant Thornton is seeking a Transaction Tax Manager to join our team in Manhattan, NY. Additional approved locations are Melville, NY and Edison, NJ. As the Transaction Tax Manager, you will lead innovative tax planning, consulting, and compliance skills on M&A projects for your multiple clients – all with the resources, environment, and support to help you excel. You'll collaborate with the Transaction Tax team and assist leading on planning, execution, and direction of engagements because together is how we succeed. From day one, you will be empowered by high‑quality tools and resources to thrive in their role to meet client needs and help you achieve more confidently. Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities Manage, develop, train, and mentor Senior Associates, Staff, and Interns on M&A projects and assess performance for engagement and year‑end reviews Maintain active communication during engagement to manage expectations, ensure satisfaction, make sure deadlines are met, and lead change efforts effectively and efficiently Work closely with our Transaction Services colleagues, focusing on the tax aspects of mergers and acquisitions and other transactions‑related work Assist in conducting buy‑side and sell‑side tax due diligence, advising on tax‑efficient acquisitions and divestments, advising clients on tax‑efficient restructurings, reviewing taxes in financial models, and reviewing transaction documents Be involved in researching tax issues, preparing written communication in a succinct and deal‑driven manner, helping clients with responses to tax authorities, and assisting clients in strategizing on the tax aspects of the transaction Assist Senior Managers on project development, client pursuit initiatives and the management of priority accounts Perform analysis of a client’s tax attributes surrounding certain business events including tax basis of assets and stock, tax accounting for M&A driven transaction costs and corporate earnings and profits Perform detailed analyses of net operating loss/tax credit carry forward limitations pursuant to IRC Section 382 for both private and public clients Other duties as assigned Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. Master’s in Taxation/LLM in Taxation strongly preferred. Also accepted: Masters or Ph.D. in Economics, Statistics, Public Policy, Mathematics, Business, Finance, Financial Engineering, Management Science and Engineering, Financial Mathematics, Industrial Engineering or Operations Research Minimum six to ten years of progressive federal tax consulting and/or compliance experience in public accounting or a combination of corporate and public accounting experience. Three to five years of qualified Mergers and Acquisitions tax services/due diligence. CPA or JD/active law license required Experience in Corporate, S‑Corp. and/or Partnership returns Excellent analytical, technical, and tax accounting/technology skills with proficiency in US GAAP, tax compliance, corporate consolidated returns, consolidated federal tax returns, partnership returns, and combined state tax returns Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships Computer expertise including knowledge of tax software, technology, including spreadsheet modeling Can travel as needed The base salary range for this position is between $172,500 and $215,625. Placement within the pay range is at Grant Thornton's discretion, and it is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to, job‑related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, progression within the role, geographic location, and internal equity. At Grant Thornton, compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate Benefits Access to high‑quality tools and resources to thrive in the role Mentorship and training opportunities for senior associates, staff, and interns Flexible hybrid work model – co‑location in person 2‑3 days per week Ability to travel up to 25%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve Discretionary annual incentive program subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance Eligibility for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation. The base salary range for this position is $172,500 to $215,625, with placement within the pay range at Grant Thornton’s discretion EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law. About Grant Thornton At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. We deliver professional services through two specialized entities: Grant Thornton LLP, a licensed, certified public accounting (CPA) firm that provides audit and assurance services ― and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC, which exclusively provides non‑attest offerings, including tax and advisory services. 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