Experience with Big 4 or large firm's transaction advisory services preferred
CPA certification preferred or actively pursuing
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently and in teams
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent required
Responsibilities
Perform financial and accounting due diligence for buy-side or sell-side engagements
Identify and communicate critical deal issues and business strengths/weaknesses
Challenge assumptions related to future financial projections
Identify post-closing matters to enhance profitability and cash flows
Interact extensively with personnel from target companies and clients
Review and prepare due diligence reports outlining analyses and findings
Assist with finalizing opening balance sheets and closing working capital calculations
Utilize advanced Excel functionalities for data analysis
Benefits
Opportunity to work on complex finance projects
Exposure to diverse industries and clients
Support for professional development and career growth
Collaborative team environment
Flexible travel requirements (up to 10%)
Full Job Description
Are you an intellectually curious, deal oriented professional who enjoys coming up with innovative solutions to complex business issues? Connor Group is seeking professionals who want to build off their existing accounting, operational, and industry experience. We execute finance projects that add value to our clients within their finance, accounting, and operation departments. From complex technical accounting and financial reporting issues to finance software implementation and automation, joining Connor Group will help you exponentially to further develop your career and expand your experience base.
Responsibilities:
Perform financial and accounting due diligence procedures for buy-side or sell-side due diligence engagements
Identifying and communicating (i) critical deal issues, (ii) the strength and weakness of the business against industry benchmarks to client management that could impact the purchase price or the deal structure
Challenging assumptions related to future financial projections
Identifying critical post-closing matters to be addressed to ensure improvements in profitability and cash flows
Interacting extensively with personnel of the target companies and the client
Reviewing and preparing due diligence reports outlining analyses and findings
Assist with the finalization of (i) opening balance sheet/ of purchase price allocations, and (ii) closing working capital calculations.
Comfortable with advanced Excel functionalities: building flatfiles, pivot tables, macros, and using advanced formulas such as SUMIFS, INDEX/MATCH, INDIRECT
Desired Skills & Experience:
2-5 years of prior experience in public accounting.
Experience with a Big 4 or large firm's transaction advisory services a plus.
CPA preferred or actively pursuing completion of certification
Ability to take responsibility and account for his/her own work
Hard-working, detail-oriented and ability to work independently
Ability to work well in a team atmosphere
Professional and personable demeanor
Proven solid verbal and written communication skills
Passion for helping clients with a strong interest in technical accounting
Experience with advanced data applications like Power Query and/or Alteryx
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite with strong Excel skills
Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent required
