Former IRS hedge fund enforcement executive, Shea Davis, joins Ernst & Young’s Financial Services Office
New appointment strengthens hedge fund practice Dallas, 10 June 2010 – Shea Davis will join Ernst & Young LLP’s Asset Management practice as a Senior Manager on June 16th. She will be based in the Dallas office. Davis, a tax professional with a unique blend of skills, has over 13 years of experience.
Prior to joining Ernst & Young LLP, Davis was responsible for hedge fund enforcement strategy at the IRS. She received her Bachelor of Business Administration of Accounting from Texas A&M University, where she graduated cum laude. Davis also received her Master of Science in Accounting, Taxation from Texas A&M University.
"We are pleased to welcome Shea to Ernst & Young,” said Michael Serota, Partner, Ernst & Young LLP Financial Services and Global Hedge Fund Practice Co-leader - Tax. “Dallas is one of the largest hedge fund markets in the country, and Shea’s background will greatly bolster our tax services both locally and nationwide.”
In her new role, Davis will bring a unique perspective to our hedge funds clients, given her background and experience in tax controversy.
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