Jay M. Bornstein, CPA is a retired Big 4 partner who worked in EY’s auditor independence group for 9 years writing policies, assisting engagement teams and representing the firm and its clients in dealings with the SEC related to independence matters. Jay is a frequent writer and lecturer on auditor independence matters. Prior to his work on auditor independence Jay served as a tax partner for 30 years in EY’s Philadelphia office where he assisted publicly traded clients primarily in the retail and casino gaming industry.

About Us: I currently advise companies on mergers and acquisition transactions typically serving as an intermediary between company executives and retained due diligence or tax structuring advisors. I am also currently assisting companies on income tax accounting and financial statement tax related disclosures. I have also consulted and advised on auditor independence matters assisting Firms with meeting regulatory requirements.