Full-Time

Manager or Senior Manager

M&A Tax

Updated on 9/13/2026

Cohen & Company

Cohen & Company

501-1,000 employees

Tax, assurance, and advisory services provider

Compensation Overview

$85k - $250k/yr

+ Discretionary bonuses

Westchester County, NY, USA + 13 more

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Hybrid

Hybrid work arrangement; on-site frequency is not specified.

Bachelor's, JD

Category
Consulting (1)
Required Skills
Risk Management

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Requirements
  • The Manager track requires 5–8 years of progressive public accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a dedicated M&A Tax, Transaction Advisory, Transaction Services Tax, or Deals Tax practice.
  • The Senior Manager track requires 8+ years of progressive public accounting experience, including at least 5 years in a dedicated M&A Tax, Transaction Advisory, Transaction Services Tax, or Deals Tax practice.
  • Demonstrated experience leading buy-side and/or sell-side tax due diligence engagements is required.
  • Experience with transaction structuring, tax modeling, and tax attribute analysis is required.
  • Experience advising private equity firms, strategic acquirers, and/or closely held businesses on transaction-related tax matters is required.
  • A CPA, JD, or advanced tax degree is preferred.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent engagements and lead client relationships is required.
  • Strong leadership, project management, and team development skills are required.
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present complex tax matters to clients and executive stakeholders, are required.
Responsibilities
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for clients and provide day-to-day leadership on engagements.
  • Develop and maintain strong client relationships as a trusted advisor on transaction-related tax matters.
  • Lead multiple engagements simultaneously while managing scope, timelines, budgets, and client expectations.
  • Identify opportunities to expand client relationships and collaborate with firm leadership to deliver additional value.
  • Present findings, recommendations, and transaction-related insights to clients, stakeholders, and engagement teams.
  • Lead and oversee complex M&A tax engagements, including tax due diligence, transaction structuring, tax attribute analysis, tax modeling, internal restructurings, and post-transaction planning and integration.
  • Evaluate tax risks and opportunities associated with acquisitions, divestitures, reorganizations, and financing transactions.
  • Provide technical direction on complex federal, state, and international tax considerations impacting transactions.
  • Review analyses, workpapers, and deliverables to ensure technical accuracy and high-quality client service.
  • Stay current on evolving tax legislation and market trends affecting M&A activity.
  • Lead, coach, and mentor staff and senior-level professionals, fostering technical development and career growth.
  • Manage engagement teams and allocate resources to meet client and firm objectives.
  • Provide training and technical guidance on transaction tax matters and industry developments.
  • Participate in recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and retention initiatives.
  • Support practice growth through participation in proposals, networking activities, and business development initiatives.
  • Collaborate with partners and firm leadership to identify new opportunities and enhance service offerings.
  • Develop market presence through thought leadership, industry involvement, and relationship-building activities.
  • Contribute to strategic initiatives supporting continued expansion of the M&A Tax practice.
  • Drive engagement profitability, efficiency, and quality through effective project management.
  • Identify and implement process improvements and best practices across engagements.
  • Ensure adherence to firm standards, risk management policies, and quality control procedures.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience in a national or Big Four Transaction Advisory Services, Deals, M&A Tax, or Transaction Services Tax practice.
  • Experience supporting middle-market transactions.
  • Experience with post-acquisition integration, internal restructurings, and Section 382 studies.
  • Experience mentoring and developing junior transaction advisory professionals.
  • Involvement in business development, proposals, or thought leadership within the transactions space.

Cohen & Company provides tax, assurance (auditing), and advisory services to a wide range of industries, including digital assets, investment funds, real estate, manufacturing, technology, and life sciences. Clients engage for specific services, and the firm conducts analysis, planning, audits, and reporting, delivering actionable recommendations and ongoing support through teams with industry expertise. The firm differentiates itself through its long history (founded in 1977), deep cross‑industry knowledge, focus on culture and talent development, and a strong alumni network that extends its knowledge base. Its goal is to help clients navigate complex financial and regulatory environments, minimize risk, and improve financial performance for sustainable growth.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

Growth Equity (Non-Venture Capital)

Total Funding

$8.1M

Headquarters

Cleveland, Ohio

Founded

1977

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What believers are saying

  • Brian Ganser joined July 13, 2026 to scale advisory and transaction services.
  • Andrew Palko joined May 5, 2026, strengthening fund assurance and regulatory compliance.
  • Michigan expansion closed June 1, 2026, making Detroit a larger growth market.

What critics are saying

  • Q1 2026 asset management fees fell 15%, signaling pressure in a core practice.
  • SPAC revenue drove 67% of 2025 revenue, exposing dependence on volatile capital markets.
  • Aggressive acquisitions since 2024 create integration risk that erodes partner retention by 2027.

What makes Cohen & Company unique

  • Lovell Minnick-backed rollup since 2024, adding Gordon Advisors, TWM, and Tassi.
  • Ranked third-largest U.S. auditor of registered funds, fifth-largest globally across fund assets.
  • Deep niche coverage spans digital assets, asset management, tax, assurance, and advisory.

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Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Assistance with retirement/investment planning

401(k) match

HSA & FSA

Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

Payment, guidance and support for credentials such as the CPA and others

Firm learning subscriptions

Community volunteer activities

Volunteer time off

Firm-sponsored activities

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

11%

1 year growth

11%

2 year growth

11%
PR Newswire
Jul 17th, 2026
Cohen & Co appoints Brian Ganser as partner in charge of advisory practice

Cohen & Co has appointed Brian Ganser as partner in charge of advisory, effective 13 July 2026. Ganser will oversee strategy, growth and operational performance of the firm's Advisory Practice, including its Office of the CFO, Transaction Services and Valuation teams. With over 25 years of experience, Ganser has led and advised middle market organisations through growth and transformation. Throughout his career as entrepreneur, CEO and adviser, he has worked with founders, management teams and private equity investors on growth acceleration, strategic acquisitions and ownership transitions. The firm's Advisory Practice has expanded significantly through organic growth and recent mergers and acquisitions. Cohen & Co has acquired several firms since 2024, including Tax & Wealth Management, Tassi and Company, and Gioffre & Company. Ganser is based in the firm's Chicago office.

PR Newswire
May 5th, 2026
Cohen & Co hires Andrew Palko as partner for asset management assurance services

Cohen & Co has appointed Andrew Palko as partner in its Asset Management Group, based in Chicago. Palko brings nearly 25 years of experience working with asset management firms, banking institutions and private equity firms, specialising in financial accounting, audits and regulatory compliance. He holds a master's degree in Professional Accountancy from Indiana University and completed Harvard's Leadership Programme. Palko will focus on private and registered fund assurance services. The appointment strengthens Cohen & Co's Asset Management Group, which serves funds and asset managers globally. The firm is the third-largest auditor of registered funds in the US and fifth-largest auditor of public and private fund assets worldwide, auditing over 2,700 funds. Founded in 1977, Cohen & Co has more than 800 professionals across 15 US offices.

Yahoo Finance
Mar 6th, 2026
Cohen & Company reports 246% revenue surge as Capital Markets unit soars 370%

Cohen & Company Inc. reported 246% total revenue growth in Q4 2025, driven primarily by Cohen & Company Capital Markets, which saw revenue surge 370% year-over-year and now accounts for 67% of company revenue. The firm maintained its number one ranking in SPAC IPO underwritings and led in de-SPAC advisory transactions. The company achieved $2,300,000 revenue per employee with 126 staff members and successfully closed its Columbus Circle Capital Corp I SPAC, generating $33 million in principal transactions revenue. For 2026, management expects Q1 revenue to substantially exceed prior-year levels. Strategic priorities include reducing SPAC dependency by expanding into traditional M&A mandates and scaling its fixed income trading business to $60-65 million. The firm plans to add eight fixed income staff and five investment banking employees, including three to five new managing directors.

The Youngstown Publishing Company
Mar 6th, 2025
Cohen & Co. Acquiring Accounting, Consulting Firm Tassi and Co.

Cohen & Co. acquiring accounting, consulting firm Tassi and Co.

CPA Practice Advisor
Dec 13th, 2024
Cohen & Co. Acquires TWM CPA Firm

Cohen & Co., a top 50 accounting firm, has acquired Cleveland-based CPA firm Tax and Wealth Management (TWM) Inc. following private equity funding from Lovell Minnick Partners. The deal, expected to close in January 2025, will see all 15 TWM professionals, including founder Brian Gothot, join Cohen & Co. This acquisition, Cohen & Co.'s third in 18 months, aims to enhance their private client services for family offices and high-net-worth individuals. Financial terms were not disclosed.