Aaron Evans

Overview

Aaron Evans serves as a Principal in Ryan’s Sales and Use Tax practice, where he advises clients on audit defense, refund reviews, technical research, training, and transaction tax strategy. He works with organizations across petrochemical refining, midstream oil and gas, retail, automotive, technology, and manufacturing, helping them manage risk and achieve defensible tax outcomes.

Aaron brings deep experience leading complex, multijurisdictional engagements and is known for his disciplined approach to client advocacy and service delivery. He has helped clients secure more than $150 million in tax savings and leads a high-performing team that has been recognized internally for client service excellence. An active member of the Institute for Professionals in Taxation, Aaron combines technical rigor with practical guidance to support informed decision-making across complex tax environments.

Education and Qualifications

Master of Business Administration, Southeastern Louisiana University

Bachelor of Science, Accounting, Southeastern Louisiana University

Bachelor of Science, Finance, Southeastern Louisiana University

Experience and Achievements

Principal, Sales and Use Tax, Ryan, Plano office

• Leads audit defense, refund reviews, and advisory engagements

• Serves clients across energy, manufacturing, retail, automotive, and technology sectors

Director, Sales and Use Tax, Ryan, Dallas office

Manager, Ryan, Dallas office

Team Leader, Ryan, Dallas office

Senior Consultant, Ryan, Dallas office