Ms. Gurule leads Manay CPA Accounting & Tax Services’ California office, advising domestic and international businesses on corporate taxation, tax planning, IRS representation and tax audits. For companies entering or expanding in the U.S. market, she provides critical guidance through complex federal and state tax requirements, helping them establish compliant and tax-efficient operations. She also supports multinational businesses with cross-border tax matters and transfer pricing strategies, translating complicated regulations into practical guidance aligned with their broader business objectives.
Ms. Gurule’s expertise is grounded in more than a decade of experience serving multinational companies across both the U.S. and Türkiye. Before joining Manay CPA, she spent over six years at Deloitte Türkiye, where she provided tax consulting and audit services to major international clients across industries including media, tobacco, alcohol, automotive, construction, and food. This experience gave her a strong understanding of the tax, reporting, and regulatory challenges businesses encounter when operating across jurisdictions. Since joining Manay CPA, she has progressed from Senior Tax Accountant to Tax Manager and Partner, taking on increasingly complex advisory, compliance, and client leadership responsibilities.
Fluent in Turkish and English, Ms. Gurule combines cross-cultural understanding with technical expertise in both U.S. and Turkish tax and accounting systems. She is a Turkish Certified Public Accountant (SMMM) and holds the Certified Tax Coach (CTC) designation. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Public Finance from Dokuz Eylül University, an MBA from İzmir University of Economics, and a Master of Science in Tax Law/Taxation from the University of San Diego School of Law.
For foreign investors and entrepreneurs entering the U.S. market, Ms. Gurule brings the perspective of a tax advisor who understands both sides of the cross-border journey. Her combination of international tax expertise, Big Four experience, and practical knowledge of U.S. compliance allows her to help businesses navigate complex tax obligations, manage risk, and build a strong foundation for sustainable growth.
Gulcin received her Master of Science in Legal Studies (Taxation) degree from the University of San Diego School of Law, San Diego, CA in 2019 with honors. She also holds a Master of Business Administration degree from Izmir University of Economics and Bachelor of Public Finance degree from Dokuz Eylul University. Gulcin is a Certified Public Accountant in Turkey since 2013.