Seasoned CPA – Highly Respected Law Firm (Atlanta)

OnBoard Legal; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

OnBoard Legal, a Georgia-based law firm, seeks an experienced CPA to join its Corporate & Transactional team in Atlanta. The role partners with attorneys to provide strategic, tax-focused insight throughout the deal lifecycle.

The ideal candidate has active CPA status and 5-10 years in public accounting, corporate finance, and transactional tax, with deep knowledge of corporate and partnership tax concepts. Law firm experience preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Active CPA license required.
• 5-10 years of experience in public accounting, corporate finance, and transactional tax.
• Strong understanding of financial statements and financial accounting principles.
• Deep knowledge of corporate tax (with a focus on S corporations) and partnership tax concepts.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform tax and financial analysis for mergers, acquisitions, and other business transactions.
• Assist attorneys with transaction structuring and financial modeling for tax efficiency and compliance.
• Review financial statements, tax returns, and related documentation.
• Conduct due diligence and prepare financial summaries.
• Research tax law and corporate compliance issues.
• Develop strategic approaches to purchase price and working capital adjustments.
• Analyze tax recapture issues related to asset dispositions, depreciation, and deferred exchanges.
• Collaborate with attorneys and clients’ accountants to deliver practical, business-driven solutions.

Skills

CPA license

Financial analysis

Tax planning

Analytical thinking

Job description

Our client, a deeply rooted, multi-faceted law firm with offices across Georgia, is seeking an experienced CPA to join its Corporate & Transactional team. This role is ideal for a CPA who enjoys working closely with attorneys on sophisticated business transactions and providing strategic, tax-focused insight throughout the deal lifecycle.

What We’re Looking For

• Active CPA license required
• 5 -10 years of experience in public accounting, corporate finance, and transactional tax
• Strong understanding of financial statements and financial accounting principles
• Deep knowledge of corporate tax (with a focus on S corporations) and partnership tax concepts
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Key Responsibilities

• Perform tax and financial analysis for mergers, acquisitions, and other business transactions
• Assist attorneys with transaction structuring and financial modeling for tax efficiency and compliance
• Review financial statements, tax returns, and related documentation
• Conduct due diligence and prepare financial summaries
• Research tax law and corporate compliance issues
• Develop strategic approaches to purchase price and working capital adjustments
• Analyze tax recapture issues related to asset dispositions, depreciation, and deferred exchanges
• Collaborate with attorneys and clients’ accountants to deliver practical, business-driven solutions

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected Georgia-based firm offering sophisticated work, meaningful collaboration, and a long-term platform for growth. Law firm experience preferred but not required.