Senior Manager, Transaction Tax — Remote M&A & PE Deals

Cherry Bekaert LLP; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 159,000 - 255,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

PTO and retirement plans

Job summary

Cherry Bekaert LLP is seeking a Transaction Tax Senior Manager to lead complex tax engagements across private equity, family offices and strategic acquirers. The role emphasizes leadership, mentoring, and growth within a national remote team focused on transaction tax strategies.

The position requires deep transactional tax knowledge, strong client advisory skills, and the ability to coordinate with stakeholders to deliver comprehensive tax solutions.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in transaction tax or tax advisory.
• Experience leading complex client engagements.
• Strong understanding of tax laws and planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex transaction tax engagements, including mergers, acquisitions, restructurings and other significant corporate transactions.
• Advise clients on transaction tax implications and planning opportunities.
• Develop and implement strategic tax planning initiatives for optimal client results.
• Mentor tax professionals and support growth of the practice.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and translate impacts for clients.

Skills

Leadership

Client advisory

Project management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Tax planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

CPA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Tax software

Job description

Cherry Bekaert LLP is seeking a Transaction Tax Senior Manager to lead complex tax engagements across private equity, family offices and strategic acquirers. The role emphasizes leadership, mentoring, and growth within a national remote team focused on transaction tax strategies.

The position requires deep transactional tax knowledge, strong client advisory skills, and the ability to coordinate with stakeholders to deliver comprehensive tax solutions.