About John

John Heilmann, IV is a partner in the Firm’s Tax & Transaction Services Division and a key leader of the Private Equity (PE) Group in the Mid-Atlantic region and nationally.

He has significant transactional experience with private equity and special purpose acquisition company acquirers and sellers. He leads many buy-side and sell-side tax due diligence engagements and delivers tax structuring advice for mergers and acquisitions.

These engagements include both domestic and international targets spanning a variety of industries. Companies often call upon him to navigate through deal negotiations and complex structuring matters.

John also advises both private equity-backed and family-owned businesses on their income tax provisions, credit and incentive opportunities, and recurring tax compliance. He assists these companies in improving cash flow through tax deferral and minimization strategies.

Professional & Civic Associations

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
  • Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA)
  • Association for Corporate Growth, Philadelphia Chapter, Member
  • Aronimink Golf Club
  • Villanova University Alumni Association — Greater Philadelphia Chapter
  • Newtown Square Petticoat League, Board Member
Industry Focus

Private Equity Firms
Special Purpose Acquisition Companies
Investment Funds
Healthcare
High Technology
Manufacturers
Real Estate
Wholesale Distributors

Education

Masters in Taxation
Villanova University

Bachelor of Science, Accounting
Villanova University