Senior Manager- Passthrough Transactions Group - Consulting

Ernst and Young; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 168,000 - 385,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled professional to join their National Tax Department. In this role, you will work on complex partnership transactions, leveraging your expertise in financial modeling and corporate finance principles. You'll collaborate with seasoned professionals to deliver exceptional service to high-profile clients while gaining invaluable experience in structuring transactions. This dynamic firm offers a supportive and inclusive culture, emphasizing continuous learning and personal growth. If you're ready to make a tangible impact and thrive in a flexible work environment, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

401(k) Plans

Flexible Vacation Policy

Paid Time Off

Winter/Summer Breaks

Personal/Family Care Leave

Continuous Learning Opportunities

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in professional services or tax organization.
• CPA certification or membership in The Bar required.
• Strong technical writing and analytical skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on complex partnership transactions with significant clients.
• Prepare financial models and client presentations.
• Manage and develop a team of tax professionals.

Skills

Financial Modeling

Corporate Finance Principles

Technical Writing

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Bachelor's Degree in Finance

Bachelor's Degree in Economics

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Location: Anywhere in Country

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

The exceptional EY experience. It's yours to build.

EY focuses on high-ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities.

Our National Tax Department (NTD) serves high-profile, national and multinational clients, providing a range of domestic and international transactional tax planning services and tax-related advisory services. The combination of knowledge and experience forms the basis of our ability to assist clients in meeting their business objectives. We believe that by managing our clients' tax obligations responsibly and proactively we can make a critical difference, and you'll be at the heart of this mission.

The opportunity

Our Partnership Transactions Group (PTG) is made up of professionals with tax technical skills and substantial industry and capital markets experience. We combine seasoned tax partnership and financial instrument knowledge, and an understanding of federal income tax controversy, with economics, finance and modeling skills. Our cross-disciplinary background and approach can help you evaluate risks and benefits from both an economic and tax perspective.

Your key responsibilities

1. Your typical day will involve working in small groups on projects with internal or external clients.
2. You'll collaborate with national subject matter professionals in the design and execution of complex, large-scale partnership transactions with significant clients of the firm.
3. Additionally, Managers develop an understanding of the complexities of Subchapter K, partnership modeling and the nuances of joint venture structuring.
4. Managers will also work with National Tax Department (NTD) Senior Manager, Partners/Principals on more limited on-call consulting opportunities, writing Tax Alerts and Developments and teaching courses.
5. Managers will gain significant experience in structuring partnership transactions and develop a broad-based knowledge in Subchapter K that can be utilized in building our Advisory Services practices.

Skills and attributes for success

1. Assisting in the preparation of financial models and other tools that help our clients execute a variety of financial transactions, including asset acquisitions, disposition deals, capital structure transformations, and corporate reorganizations.
2. Applying principles of corporate finance to assess the economic implications of particular deal structures.
3. Preparing reports and client presentations.
4. Working at all levels of transaction structuring and execution, from evaluating alternative structures and bids through closing.
5. Compiling documentation related to each analysis.
6. Provide high-quality and 'time-sensitive' service that meet and/or exceed our clients' expectations.
7. Managing, coaching and developing a team of tax professionals, reviewing work and helping to confirm they have the knowledge, tools and opportunities they need to excel.

To qualify for the role you must have

1. Achieved at least a bachelor's degree, typically with a concentration in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Operations Research, Financial Engineering or Statistics.
2. Minimum of 6 years of work experience in professional services or professional tax organization.
3. A CPA certification or membership in The Bar.
4. Strong technical writing skills.
5. Broad exposure to federal income taxation, with an emphasis on partnership taxation.
6. Flexible and willing to travel as well as work in excess of standard hours when necessary.
7. Proficient with MS Office, including MS Excel, MS Word and MS PowerPoint.

Ideally, you'll also have

1. Willing and able to learn and work independently with minimal supervision.
2. Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
3. Effective organization and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to project deadlines.

What we look for

We're interested in intellectually curious people, with a diverse set of interests and backgrounds and an entrepreneurial mindset. You'll also need to have fantastic communication skills, the ability to manage your schedule, and enjoy going beyond assigned tasks to see the big picture. If you're ready to make a tangible difference right from the start and bring your big ideas to this growing team, this role is for you.

What we offer

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $168,400 to $384,600. The salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $202,100 to $437,000. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year. Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

+ Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.

+ Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.

+ Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.

+ Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.