Transaction Advisory Services Manager
Transaction Advisory Services Manager | Chicago Area
A leading independent public accounting and advisory firm in the Chicago market is seeking a Transaction Advisory Services Manager to support its growing deal advisory practice.
Highlights
- Established and well-respected accounting and advisory platform with a strong presence in the Chicago market.
- Entrepreneurial environment that offers significant visibility, career growth, and the opportunity to make an impact.
- Exposure to a diverse range of industries, including manufacturing, distribution, real estate, construction, technology, and other middle-market sectors.
- Hybrid work environment with flexibility across multiple office locations in the Chicago area.
- Collaborative team culture with a strong emphasis on mentorship and professional development.
Responsibilities
- Lead buy-side and sell-side financial due diligence engagements for middle-market transactions, typically ranging from $25 million to $100 million in enterprise value.
- Manage all aspects of transaction advisory engagements, including Quality of Earnings analyses, EBITDA adjustments, working capital assessments, and financial trend analysis.
- Analyze financial statements and provide recommendations related to valuation considerations and transaction structuring.
- Review diligence workpapers and client deliverables to ensure accuracy and quality.
- Mentor and develop junior team members while overseeing engagement execution.
- Build relationships with business owners, management teams, and other key stakeholders throughout the transaction process.
- Identify opportunities to expand service offerings and deepen client relationships.
- Support additional advisory and agreed-upon procedures engagements as needed.
Ideal Background
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting.
- CPA preferred.
- Approximately 6+ years of experience in Transaction Advisory Services, Financial Due Diligence, Quality of Earnings, Audit, or related advisory work.
- Experience leading and mentoring teams in a manager-level capacity.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial statement analysis, and transaction-related accounting issues.
- Client-focused mindset with strong communication skills and an entrepreneurial approach to business.
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