Currently serving as a principal at RSM US LLP, she manages multiple teams, engages in tax structuring and diligence, and assists with purchase agreements.
SCHAUMBURG, IL, June 17, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Sara E. Neff has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
With a distinguished career spanning over two decades, Ms. Neff has established herself as an expert in mergers and acquisitions, tax services, private equity, and strategic acquisitions and dispositions. Currently serving as a principal at RSM US LLP, she manages multiple teams, engages in tax structuring and diligence, and assists with purchase agreements. Ms. Neff's role at RSM US LLP is the culmination of years of dedicated service and expertise in her field. She started work for RSM US as a director of tax mergers and acquisitions in 2016.
Before joining RSM US LLP, Ms. Neff briefly served as a director at FGMK LLC. Her career also includes significant tenures as a senior tax manager at Ernst & Young and as a senior tax manager at True Partners Consulting, where she further developed her expertise in the field. Ms. Neff began her illustrious career as a senior tax consultant at Arthur Andersen and also held brief positions at PricewaterhouseCoopers and Zurich Insurance Company. Each role has been a stepping-stone, providing her with invaluable experiences that have shaped her into a leading professional in her field.
Ms. Neff's academic background laid the foundation for her successful career. Her education started with an Associate of Arts in accounting received from Crafton Hills College in 1992, followed by a Bachelor of Arts in economics and political science received from the University of Southern California in 1995. In 1998, Ms. Neff earned her Juris Doctor in tax law and taxation from the School of Law at Loyola University Chicago. Additionally, she has obtained certifications through such programs as RSM's Champions for Growth and EY's Heiman Miller, which have furthered her professional development.
Beyond her professional achievements, Ms. Neff is actively involved in industry-related organizations such as the Women's Association of Venture and Equity, The Chicago Bar Association, and the Association for Corporate Growth. These memberships reflect her commitment to her profession and her dedication to contributing to the community.
Ms. Neff's commitment extends beyond her professional endeavors to include civic engagement through volunteer work with organizations like the Tax Assistance Program and the Northern Illinois Food Bank. Her excellence has been recognized through numerous prestigious accolades, including the National Client Service Excellence Award from Ernst & Young and Cali Awards from the School of Law at Loyola University Chicago.
Outside of her career, Ms. Neff is a devoted mother to two sons and one daughter. She cherishes traveling internationally with her children and playing sports. Looking ahead, Ms. Neff aims to establish herself as a prominent figure in her field while also championing women's advancement and serving as a mentor to others aspiring to succeed in mergers and acquisitions and tax services. Her goals reflect not only her ambition but also her desire to contribute positively to her profession and community.
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